CATIA at the heart of hydrogen innovation: Hyliko revolutionizes transport

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🚛 Hyliko relies on Ohmycad to digitize its hydrogen chain

Working together for low-carbon mobility

At Ohmycad, official SolidWorks reseller and partner of Dassault Systèmeswe are proud to support French companies in their transition to sustainable and innovative industrial solutions.

It’s against this backdrop that Hyliko, a pioneer in hydrogen-powered road transport, has chosen to draw on our expertise to integrate the 3DEXPERIENCE platform into its ecosystem. Thanks to our support, Hyliko can now model, simulate and optimize its entire value chain, from hydrogen production to the management of its retrofitted truck fleet.

👉 Discover our SolidWorks expertise: https://ohmycad.com/solidworks/
👉 Our solutions for SMEs: https://ohmycad.com/pme/

Ohmycad, a catalyst for industrial performance

Our mission at Ohmycad is clear: to make the power of Dassault Systèmes tools accessible to industrial SMEs. By supporting Hyliko in the cloud implementation of 3DEXPERIENCE, we have enabled :

  • Better traceability of operations
  • Faster development cycles
  • Shorter time-to-market
  • Improved environmental performance

A shared vision for tomorrow’s industry

This collaboration is a perfect illustration of our commitment to supporting industrial players who are innovating for a cleaner future. As a trusted partner, we do our utmost to ensure that our customers get the most out of Dassault Systèmes technologies.

Certified expertise for your industrial projects

Our teams are made up of CATIA-certified professionals with a passion for 3D and innovation.
We work in a wide range of sectors with a human, responsive and customized approach, to help you turn your ideas into prototypes, your prototypes into products, and your products into successes.

Find out what our customers have to say about the Ohmycad experience – Official Dassault Systèmes Partner!

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❓ Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about CATIA

🔹 What is CATIA?

CATIA (Computer-Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application) is a 3D CAD software developed by Dassault Systèmes. It is used to design, model and simulate complex products in a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, energy and architecture. It is renowned for its geometric precision and modeling power.

🔹 Who is CATIA for?

CATIA is designed for engineers, designers, project managers and manufacturers who need a robust, collaborative and scalable design environment. It is used by major corporations and innovative SMEs alike.

👉 Discover our solutions for SMEs: https://ohmycad.com/pme/
👉 Find out more about CATIA and SolidWorks: https://ohmycad.com/solidworks/

🔹 What are CATIA's main features?

  • Parametric and surface modeling
  • Design of complex assemblies
  • Kinematic and dynamic simulation
  • Sheet metal, plastics and mold design
  • Integration with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform
  • Cloud collaboration and product data management

🔹 What's the difference between CATIA V5 and CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE?

CATIA V5 is the historical version, installed locally. CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE is the cloud version, integrated into a collaborative platform that centralizes data, roles and business processes. It enables digital continuity and greater agility.

🔹 Is CATIA right for startups and SMEs?

Yes! Contrary to popular belief, CATIA is accessible to small structures, thanks to flexible cloud offers and targeted business roles. Ohmycad supports startups in their adoption of CATIA with training, support and tailored offers.

🔹 How can I learn CATIA?

Self-study modules, certification courses and online courses are available via Dassault Systèmes and its partners such as Ohmycad.

📚 CATIA resource center
📘 CATIA blog

🔹 What is Ohmycad's added value?

Ohmycad is an official partner of Dassault Systèmes, specializing in support for SMEs and startups. We offer :

  • Customized training
  • Dedicated technical support
  • Tailor-made cloud offerings
  • Recognized business expertise

Ohmycad is an official Dassault Systèmes partner, specializing in supporting SMEs and startups. We offer:

  • Personalized Qualiopi-certified training
  • Dedicated technical support
  • Tailor-made cloud SOLIDWORKS & CATIA offers with no upfront cash flow required
  • Recognized industry expertise

CATIA V5 is the legacy version, installed locally. CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE is the cloud version, integrated into a collaborative platform that centralizes data, roles, and business processes. It enables digital continuity and greater agility.

Self-learning modules, a resource center & technical knowledge base, certified training, and online courses are available via Dassault Systèmes and its partners such as Ohmycad.

Yes! Contrary to popular belief, CATIA is accessible to small structures, thanks to flexible cloud offers and targeted business roles. Ohmycad supports startups in their adoption of CATIA with training, support and tailored offers.

The CATIA solution enables you to design parts and products with great precision, thanks to advanced parametric and surface modeling, perfectly suited to complex mechanical design projects. It also facilitates the creation and management of complex assemblies, offering powerful tools for structuring, verifying and evolving multi-component assemblies. Kinematic and dynamic simulation functionalities enable the behavior of mechanisms to be analyzed, movements to be validated and performance to be anticipated right from the design phase. The design of sheet metal parts, plastics and industrial molds is supported by dedicated tools designed for industrialization and manufacturing. Native integration with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform connects design, simulation and data management in a single environment. Finally, cloud collaboration combined with centralized product data management (PDM) ensures efficient, secure, real-time collaboration between all teams. Ohmycad experts recommend upgrading from CATIA V5 to CATIA 3DEXPERIENCE to benefit from the full power of the cloud-based tool.

CATIA is designed for engineers, designers, project managers and manufacturers who need a robust, collaborative and scalable design environment. It is used by large corporations as well as SMEs and innovative start-ups. Ohmycad offers a startup program to make industrial software accessible even to cash-poor companies, and provides free access to CATIA for 1 year (with no commitment). Users are often former users of software such as Solidworks who find themselves technically limited when it comes to technical design.

CATIA (Computer-Aided Three-dimensional Interactive Application) is a 3D CAD software developed by Dassault Systèmes. It is used to design, model and simulate complex products in a wide range of sectors, including aerospace, automotive, energy and architecture. It is renowned for its geometric precision and modeling power. CATIA is the CAD software of choice when your design assemblies are getting too heavy for tools such as Solidworks or Autocad, Fusion or Solidedge.

After theSolidWorks trial, depending on your needs (number of users, modules, offline/cloud constraints, PDM flow) we align a SolidWorks 2026 pricing offer adapted to your structure and usage (subscription vs. perpetual). The aim: to reduce your total cost of ownership and secure your time-to-production.

With Ohmycad, you can install locally, work with older Solidworks versions, multiply workstations (depending on licenses), collaborate via links to share your 3Ds, and add Simulation/PDM/Render as needed. Best practices in the Knowledge Base and blog. Test Solidworks free of charge!

If your company has an active license, you are entitled to certification vouchers (CSWA/CSWP…) twice a year. The Ohmycad tutorial explains how to create accounts, collect vouchers and prepare for exams.

The ohmycare program includes a CAD/PDM project manager, functional support, and access to the Knowledge Base (guides, e-learning). Objective: smooth onboarding, rapid productivity, and scalability (add Simulation, PDM, CAM).

With Ohmycad, you can install locally, work with older versions, multiply workstations (depending on licenses), collaborate via links to share your 3D, and add Simulation/PDM/Render as needed. Best practices in the KB and blog.

Avoid cracks and dubious sites: beyond the legal risks, they expose you to malware, data loss and lack of support. Prefer legal channels: free trial, Solidworks for Startup program, education versions if eligible – you stay compliant and productive. (Reinforce E-E-A-T in the article with this warning).

Start with the 24-hour online test to validate environment and performance, then request an evaluation key if required (longer scenarios, real files, import/export tests, Simulation). Ohmycad offers a quick audit to set objectives and metrics before purchase.

Yes, for individuals/students and corporate customers. For companies (startups, SMEs),solidworks are purchased via certified partners (such as Ohmycad), who provide guidance, configuration and support (licenses, modules, deployment).

Download the official installer from SOLIDWORKS, connect the 3DEXPERIENCE ID, accept the contract, choose the appropriate Service Pack, then follow the wizard (check disk space, serial number(s)). For multiple deployments: admin images via the manager. Step-by-step guide in the Ohmycad Knowledge Base.

Prices vary according to edition, mode (subscription/perpetual), modules (Simulation, PDM, CAM, Visualize) and environment(Solidworks 3DEXPERIENCE). Consult the price matrix to set your budget and compare scenarios (multi-station, offline, scalability).

Perpetuals still exist, with 2 years’ maintenance compulsory on first purchase (in arrears if interrupted). The market trend is towards subscription (flexibility, updates). Ohmycad helps you choose according to TCO, module needs (Simulation, PDM, Visualize) and number of users. We invite you to take a closer look at our Solidworks price comparison, to see for yourself the benefits of switching to subscription!

Yes, current licenses integrate Dassault Systèmes’ Outscale cloud infrastructure (SecNumCloud/ISO 27001), but you can install locally, work offline, and remain compatible with earlier versions as required. With Ohmycad, you can test Solidworks free of charge for a few days!

Yes, SOLIDWORKS Student (via schools or individual offers) is offered by Dassault Systèmes. For professional or startup use, opt for the free trial and/or the Solidworks for Startup program piloted by Ohmycad. (Please note the target audience on the page to avoid licensing confusion).

Yes: year 1 on SOLIDWORKS free of charge (and -90% on apps), then -70% year 2, -50% year 3, subject to eligibility (start-ups, admission criteria, etc.). The program includes support (CAD/PDM project manager, support, training) and is non-binding. This is the recommended route for early-stage startups.

Yes, in specific cases: via thefree trial (24-hour online access, followed by a temporary key), and via the Solidworks for Startup program (year 1 free under certain conditions), in official partnership with Dassault Systèmes. In all other cases, “free” access does not comply with licensing requirements and may expose you to legal and security risks. To test in good standing: free trial, then personalized evaluation according to your use.

Ohmycad offers a 24-houronline solidworks test (full functionality). Depending on returns, a temporary ~15-day key can be issued. All you have to do is enter your pro details, then access the test environment. It’s the official, fast way to evaluate performance, with no obligation.

All data is stored in Dassault Systèmes datacenters in Yvelines, France.

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