[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” full_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1643065799182{background: #a6a6a6 url(https:\/\/solidedge.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/Solid-Edge-Hobbyists-and-Makers.jpg?id=1133) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” el_class=”vc-row-hero-banner”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”.vc-el-callout”]<\/p>\n
Whether you are an engineer solving problems off the clock, or a maker looking to expand your skill set, Solid Edge can help you turn your idea into a reality. Solid Edge provides an intuitive flexible product development environment that makes it simple to change your designs as you experiment and prototype. With a series of free tools to meet your needs, Solid Edge takes DIY to the next level.<\/p>\n
<\/i>Download Solid Edge Community Edition<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” disable_element=”yes” el_class=”vc-row-shoutbox” css=”.vc_custom_1755030663878{background-color: #424242 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image source=”external_link” external_img_size=”full” custom_src=”https:\/\/blogs.sw.siemens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/8\/2023\/11\/mvdi-keyvisual-srgb-16-9_medium-2048×1151.jpeg”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”vc-el-lead-in”]Offer<\/p>\n Looking for professional product development software at a cost that fits your budget? Starting November 29, save big on new Solid Edge subscriptions. Don\u2019t miss out \u2013 savings expire soon!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/i>Save now<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”vc-row-testimonial-quote” css=”.vc_custom_1525135482098{background-color: #13374e !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10″][vc_column_text el_class=”vc-el-testimonial-quote”]I\u2019m inspired by what I have around me. I\u2019m inspired by stuff I need – by problems that I need solved.<\/p>\n Evan Alan, i3Detroit Makerspace <\/cite><\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1525709396864{background-color: #ebf0f6 !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”vc-el-lead-in”]Capabilities<\/p>\n Keep making, with a range of tools for 2D and 3D design, design for 3D printing and manufacturing, and cloud collaboration.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner el_class=”vc-row-image-teasers”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n From designing floor plans to sketching ideas for the shop floor, Solid Edge 2D Drafting offers simple drawing layout, diagramming, annotation, and dimensioning. When you\u2019re finished, you can save your file as either a Solid Edge or .DWG format, allowing you the flexibility to collaborate with customers, peers, and partners.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n The Solid Edge Community Edition is available to the engineering community, including makers and hobbyists practicing their craft for personal satisfaction, not monetary gain. Create 3D models for printing and prototyping with a license that never expires.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”vc-row-shoutbox” css=”.vc_custom_1524241646732{background-color: #003750 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”1135″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text el_class=”vc-el-lead-in”]Solid Edge for Startups<\/p>\n Qualifying startups are eligible for a free annual subscription to Solid Edge Premium\u2014a comprehensive product development solution to help make your ideas a reality.<\/p>\n <\/i>Learn More<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” el_class=”vc-row-video-highlight”][vc_column][vc_column_text el_class=”vc-el-lead-in”]Video<\/p>\n Using Solid Edge and i3 Detroit\u2019s laser cutters, this group of makers came together to learn a powerful new design tool and create a working single piston engine model.<\/p>\nSolid Edge Cyber Monday savings<\/h2>\n
Free design and engineering tools for makers and DIYers<\/h2>\n
Free 2D drafting puts your thoughts on the page<\/a><\/h3>\n
Free software to bring your ideas to life<\/a><\/h3>\n
Ready to take your idea to the market?<\/h2>\n
Discovering how easy CAD can be: Solid Edge @ i3Detroit Maker Space<\/h2>\n