High-accuracy engineering design for mining, fabrication, and industrial projects across Australia
At Hamilton By Design, SolidWorks is at the core of everything we do. From detailed 3D modelling and mechanical design to FEA verification and fabrication-ready deliverables, our SolidWorks workflows support safe, efficient, and accurate engineering outcomes for complex brownfield and greenfield projects.
Whether we are laser-scanning a CHPP plant room, reverse-engineering a structural component, developing new mechanical assemblies, or verifying fit-ups using clash detection, SolidWorks allows us to transform real-world conditions into engineered, dependable solutions.
Why SolidWorks Matters for Your Project
SolidWorks enables us to deliver higher accuracy, faster turnaround times, and better quality engineering documentation. When combined with our 3D LiDAR scanning and digital engineering workflows, SolidWorks becomes a powerful tool for:
- Retrofitting and upgrade projects
- Brownfield plant modifications
- Structural and mechanical design
- Reverse engineering of existing components
- Fabrication drawing creation
- Pipe routing and equipment layout
- General arrangement (GA) development
- Clash detection and interference checks
The result: fewer site surprises, reduced fabrication rework, and more predictable installation outcomes.
Our SolidWorks Capabilities
1. Advanced 3D Modelling
We build accurate, parametric 3D models for mechanical, structural, piping, and equipment systems. Models can be created from:
- 3D LiDAR point clouds
- Existing drawings
- Physical measurements
- Legacy data or supplier information
These models form the foundation for engineering design, fabrication deliverables, and digital twin development.
2. Engineering Design & Mechanical Development
Hamilton By Design provides full mechanical design support using SolidWorks, including:
- Concept development
- Detailed part and assembly design
- Mechanism and motion analysis
- Equipment layout planning
- Design-for-manufacture (DFM) optimisation
We design with fabrication, installation, and long-term maintenance in mind.
3. Structural Modelling & Verification
Using SolidWorks and SolidWorks Simulation, we support structural engineering tasks such as:
- Steelwork design
- Platform and walkway modelling
- Equipment support frames
- Brackets, mounts, and tie-ins
- Baseplates and skid packages
Models are used to check clashes, verify site conditions, and support safe installation planning.
4. FEA & Engineering Verification
SolidWorks Simulation allows us to perform engineering checks on components and structures, including:
- Stress analysis (von Mises, principal stress)
- Deflection modelling
- Connection and bolt verification
- Fatigue checks
- Material comparison
- Load path assessments
These studies ensure designs meet engineering standards and withstand real-world operating conditions.
5. Fabrication Drawings & Deliverables
We produce clear, accurate drawings for fabrication, workshop use, and installation teams:
- Part drawings
- Assembly drawings
- DXF files for profiling
- Welded assemblies
- Cutting lists and BOMs
- Marking plans
- Site installation drawings
All drawings are generated directly from the master SolidWorks model to ensure consistency and reduce rework.
6. Scan-to-SolidWorks: Turning Point Clouds into Engineering Models
Our digital engineering workflow combines:
LiDAR Scan → Point Cloud → SolidWorks Model → Drawings & FEA
This allows us to:
- Validate brownfield conditions
- Reduce tape-measure errors
- Check fit-up accuracy before fabrication
- Avoid clashes during installation
- Provide true “as-built” engineering context
This is one of Hamilton By Design’s strongest capabilities — and a major value driver for complex industrial environments.
Industries We Support
SolidWorks is used across every sector Hamilton By Design services, including:
- Mining & mineral processing
- CHPP wash plants
- Heavy industrial facilities
- Fabrication workshops
- Government infrastructure
- Construction & modular buildings
- Water and utility sectors
From bucket-wheel reclaimers to pump skids, conveyors, tanks, chutes, walkways, platforms, and complete plant rooms — SolidWorks allows us to deliver accurate, validated engineering models for real-world conditions.
Mechanical Engineering | Structural Engineering
Mechanical Drafting | Structural Drafting
3D CAD Modelling | 3D Scanning