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Ochiai Nexus Corporation CATIA PLM Express Implementation Case Study

Case study of Ochiai Nexus adopting CATIA PLM Express to transition from 2D CAD to 3D design for automotive assembly machines.

Published
June 4, 2026
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3 min read
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Ochiai Nexus Corporation, a Japanese manufacturer of automotive conveyors and assembly machines, replaced its 2D CAD system with CATIA PLM Express. The solution enabled 3D data exchange with OEM customers, collision detection during design, and automated weight calculations. Results included an 86% reduction in rework, standardized parts, and shorter design cycles.

Key takeaways

Transition from 2D CAD to CATIA PLM Express improved 3D data exchange with automotive OEMs.

Collision detection at the design stage reduced rework by 86% on complex assembly equipment.

Automated weight and center-of-gravity calculations replaced manual methods and reduced errors.

Standardized design processes shortened lead times and improved design quality.

3D models enhanced customer communication and enabled earlier design reviews.

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