Case Study: Hutchison-Hayes Seperation Inc halves development lead-times with SolidWorks

Delivering liquid/solids separation equipment faster with SolidWorks

Hutchison-Hayes Seperation Inc, a Houston-based maker of centrifuges, decanters, and separators for oilfield and industrial markets, faced the challenge of shortening delivery lead times and improving manufacturability to support growth and expand its product line. After evaluating CAD tools, the company selected SolidWorks, standardizing on SolidWorks Premium design software and adding SolidWorks Simulation Professional and eDrawings to replace its 2D and older 3D tools.

Using SolidWorks’ integrated 3D design, simulation, and visualization tools, Hutchison-Hayes redesigned core products (including skid weldments and larger decanters), validated structures with stress analysis, and improved sales communication with 3D renderings. The SolidWorks solution cut development lead times by 50%, supported about a 20% annual growth rate, improved manufacturability and sales efficiency, and delivered measurable productivity and product robustness gains.

Hutchison-Hayes Seperation Inc

David Moore

CAD/CAM Engineer