Case Study: Barry-Wehmiller International Resources achieves 30% faster design cycles and 25% reduced production time with SolidWorks

Growing a Global Manufacturing Consulting Firm With SolidWorks Software

Barry-Wehmiller International Resources, a global manufacturing consulting firm, was challenged by lost productivity, data-compatibility issues, and errors from 2D design methods when developing complex automated systems and packaging equipment that can total 20,000–30,000 components. To improve visualization, reduce rework, and accelerate time-to-market, they evaluated CAD options and standardized on SolidWorks software.

SolidWorks delivered a smooth 2D-to-3D transition—deployed across hundreds of seats—providing large-assembly handling, collision detection, configurable assemblies, automatic drawing creation, and eDrawings collaboration. As a result, Barry-Wehmiller International Resources (and Barry-Wehmiller Companies) shortened design cycles by up to 30%, reduced production time by up to 25%, cut costs from ECOs and rework, and improved customer communication.

Barry-Wehmiller International Resources

Jim Webb

Director of Business Development