It's a high-risk operation to transport up to 42,000 pounds of cargo from a plane using a parachute to the ground. Ensuring that the payload lands intact requires specialized expertise, which companies like Wamore, Inc. provide. Based in Arizona, USA, Wamore supplies critical equipment to the U.S. military, including air navigation units (AGUs), inertia reels, parachute release control systems, and soft-landing airbags. These products are essential for safe and effective airdrops in combat zones.
According to CAD expert Mark Gerhart, while years of experience with SolidWorks design, simulation, and product data management have benefited Wamore, creating assembly instructions for robotic-controlled autonomous airdrop systems has always been a challenge. “Before we used modern tools, it was like fighting a tough battle,†he recalls. “We had to take photos during the assembly process, then insert them into files along with written explanations. It was time-consuming and often led to confusion.â€
Although this method worked, it wasn’t efficient. Any design change meant redoing the entire set of instructions, taking extra time and causing delays. Photos weren’t always clear, and production staff sometimes struggled to follow the text-based guides. This made it hard for designers to focus on their work.
To solve these issues, Wamore started looking for a better way to link assembly instructions directly to the actual product models. “I spent a lot of time searching for the right solution,†Gerhart said. “When I heard about SolidWorks Composer, I knew we needed it.†The company purchased the software to streamline its documentation process.
With SolidWorks Composer, Wamore can now create accurate and up-to-date assembly instructions quickly. For example, the company’s latest project, the 2000-pound AGU, took only 1.5 days instead of two weeks. “It’s much easier and more flexible,†Gerhart explained. “I don’t have to wait for a specific production stage anymore. I can create what I need when I need it.â€
The integration with SolidWorks EnterprisePDM also helps Wamore manage design changes efficiently. “I just update the files in EnterprisePDM, and everything else is automatically updated in the documentation,†Gerhart noted.
Using SolidWorks Composer has also improved the quality of the manuals. “The images contain so much detail that written descriptions are almost unnecessary,†Gerhart said. Production staff can see part numbers, torque values, and tool information directly in the visuals, reducing errors and misunderstandings.
Additionally, the software helps Wamore communicate better with customers. By creating interactive videos and technical documents, the company ensures that users, even those in remote locations, can access the latest information. “We’ve used it to make instructional videos for our Talon parachute system, which we shared with customers via web conferences,†Gerhart added. “It’s a powerful tool that improves both communication and user experience.â€
Overall, SolidWorks Composer has transformed how Wamore creates and shares its technical documentation, making the process faster, more accurate, and more user-friendly.
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