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TopSolid

by TopSolid · Since 1984
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Quick facts
VendorTopSolid
Year launched1984
StatusActive
Location7 rue du Bois Sauvage, Evry, Essonne 91055, FR
Countries servedGlobal
Languages9
Integrations
Free tier
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About TopSolid

TopSolid is an all-in-one CAD/CAM/ERP software platform from TopSolid that targets the mechanical engineering, sheet metal working, boiler making, and woodworking industries. It combines precision manufacturing, digital engineering, and woodworking capabilities to support efficient production processes. TopSolid is designed to meet the diverse needs of professionals in various sectors, offering solutions that integrate product design, manufacturing, and enterprise resource planning. The software facilitates collaboration and data management, ensuring that teams can work effectively across different disciplines. Key capabilities: CAD design CAM programming PDM integration ERP features woodworking solutions Best for: engineering and manufacturing professionals that need comprehensive software for design and production management.

TopSolid, developed by TOPSOLID SAS, is a powerful, integrated CAD/CAM/PDM/ERP solution primarily targeting the manufacturing, mechanical, woodworking, and tooling industries. Its strength lies in its "one application, one user interface" philosophy, which creates an associative, uninterrupted digital workflow from design to manufacturing. Key advantages include an in-built Product Data Management (PDM) system for secure collaboration and change management, and advanced multi-axis CAM capabilities. While highly capable and professional, the comprehensive feature set can lead to a steeper learning curve and a higher typical cost compared to less-integrated alternatives. It is a robust choice for medium-to-large enterprises seeking to digitize and unify their entire product development and production chain.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +Can natively read and work with data from most major competing CAD systems
  • +Provides dedicated and deeply functional solutions tailored for specific trades like Woodworking, Sheetmetal, and Mold making.
  • +Offers advanced and reliable toolpaths for complex multi-axis machining.
  • +Integrates CAD, CAM, PDM, and ERP on a common, associative database.
What users flag
  • Its complex for small businesses
  • The software typically has a higher cost
  • Steep learning curve

Features

Key features

Fully Integrated CAD/CAM/PDM/ERP Solution
An all-in-one software package providing a seamless, associative link between design (CAD), manufacturing (CAM), data management (PDM), and enterprise management (ERP).
Integrated Product Data Management (PDM)
Manages all design documents (parts, assemblies, drawings) and supporting documents (material certificates, orders). It handles revisions, product life cycles, secure access, and allows for collaborative work.
Advanced 3D Modeling and Design
Includes parametric and associative chronology-based design, direct editing tools to modify 3D geometries, and a large set of modeling features for mechanical or complex shape designers.
Multi-Axis Machining (CAM)
The TopSolid'Cam module is powerful for 3, 4, and 5-axis machining, mill-turn operations, twin spindle, and twin turret technology.
Smart Components/Libraries
Allows users to build custom libraries or use standard ones (ISO, AFNOR, ANSI, DIN, GB) of intelligent components that contain their own pre-defined operations and features, ready for manufacturing in the CAM module.

Additional features

3D Modeling
Creation and manipulation of 3D solid and surface models for complex mechanical parts.
2D Drafting
Automatic generation of production-ready 2D drawings from 3D models.
Assembly Design
Supports both top-down (designing parts within the assembly context) and bottom-up (assembling existing components) methods, with capabilities for handling large assemblies.
Sheet Metal Design
A complete and automated module for designing sheet metal parts, including identification of folds and deformations.
Kinematics and Dynamics Simulation
A powerful engine to simulate motion and verify conceptual designs or final 3D assemblies using rigid groups and mechanical joints.
Photorealistic Rendering
Real-time and raytracing rendering capabilities with advanced lighting (HDR, IES Lights) and PBR materials for creating high-quality, immersive images.
ISO GPS Tolerancing
The ability to apply geometric and dimensional tolerances on the 3D model (PMI) or in 2D Drawings.
CAM Integration
Seamless, associative link between the design model and the generated toolpaths for CNC machines.
Data Import/Export (Interoperability)
Unique ability to manage and modify imported data. Reads standard and native formats including CATIA, Creo, NX, Solidworks, Inventor, SolidEdge, STEP, IGES, DXF/DWG, and Parasolid.
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Accurate and automated creation of Bills of Materials, including lists of parts to manufacture and parts to buy.
Design Analysis
Tools for analyzing design parameters and geometry.
Collaboration
Features that manage multi-user access, track changes, and facilitate real-time collaboration with version control.
Project Management
Tools for managing project workflows and controlling the life cycle of products and documents.
Billing & Invoicing
Features within the overall solution to handle administrative and financial documentation.
Customer Database
Management of customer-related information.

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
9
Interface languages
1
Billing currencies

Interface languages

EnglishFrenchGermanSpanishPortugueseCzechTurkishDutchItalian

Billing currencies

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