Why incubators rely on Ohmycad and SOLIDWORKS to accelerate startups’ industrial projects
In an ecosystem where innovation is a daily challenge, industrial startups and hardware entrepreneurs need reliable technological support more than ever. This is the background to the strategic partnership between Ohmycad and Bordeaux Technowest, an incubator renowned for its support of innovative projects.
Thanks to this collaboration, start-ups benefit from a powerful combination:
👉 privileged access to SOLIDWORKS3DEXPERIENCE technologies from Dassault Systèmesand Ohmycad’s business expertise.
The incubator that drives industrial projects
Visit startups hosted at Bordeaux Technowest benefit from an environment designed to accelerate their development: mentors, workshops, offices, an industrial network, etc. But with the integration of Ohmycad into the incubator, a new lever has been added to reinforce this dynamic:
access to professional, reliable, agile CAD designed for industry.
Emerging projects can thus :
- Design faster thanks to SOLIDWORKS and its industry-specific modules (sheet metal, mechanical welding, simulation, rendering).
- Manage their technical data securely via the 3DEXPERIENCE platform .
- Daily technical support from Ohmycad experts.
- Drastically reduce prototyping cycles, a key element for any SME or industrial startup.
The Ohmycad community: a network for entrepreneurs
This partnership rests on one essential pillar: the Ohmycad communitycommunity, made up of entrepreneurs, engineers, startups, SMEs and industrial players.
Companies like WireOne and RayXagon are perfect examples of the network’s impact:
- Speed up design with SolidWorks CAD tools.
- Easier access to cutting-edge skills to solve technical problems.
- Contacts with other industrial structures.
- Data security and centralization via 3DEXPERIENCE, a major advantage for complex projects.
Each innovative project, whether in automation, robotics, electronics or mechanics, can thus draw on a solid, active community focused on industrial innovation.
Incubators + CAD + network = a gas pedal for startups
Startup incubators play a crucial role in the success of young companies. When they join forces with technology partners like Ohmycad, they create a veritable performance ecosystem:
- Access to best-in-class CAD software (SOLIDWORKS / Dassault Systèmes)
- Technical expertise to structure industrial projects
- Entrepreneurial mentoring to guide founders
- Networking with SMEs, manufacturers and strategic partners
- Accelerated skills development thanks to collaborative tools
It’s this synergy that today enables startups to move faster from concept to product, by optimizing each stage: design, simulation, prototyping, industrialization.
🚀 Are you an entrepreneur? Your incubator can join the Ohmycad network
If you are developing an industrial project, a hardware startup, an innovative SME or part of an incubator looking to offer professional CAD tools, this is the network for you.
👉 Join the Ohmycad | Dassault Systèmes Partner community
and offer your contractors a unique technological advantage to accelerate their innovation.
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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.
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.
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.
