Vero WorkXplore 2025

Vero WorkXplore 2025

Vero WorkXplore 2025 is a powerful, high-performance 3D CAD viewer and collaboration tool from the Vero Software suite (part of Hexagon’s Manufacturing Intelligence division). It is designed to open, interrogate, and communicate complex 3D CAD data across an organization, breaking down barriers between engineering and other departments. Far more than a simple viewer, WorkXplore allows users to perform precise measurements, create cross-sections, compare revisions, extract part lists, and create snapshots or animations—all without needing the original authoring CAD software or specialized training.

It acts as a universal 3D data hub, enabling seamless collaboration from design to production on the shop floor.

Key Features & Capabilities

WorkXplore 2025 is built for speed and utility with large, complex CAD assemblies.

Core Viewing & Interrogation Tools:

1. Universal CAD File Reader:

   • Extensive Format Support: Opens native files from CATIA, SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, Creo, Inventor, Solid Edge, and all major neutral formats (STEP, IGES, JT, 3D PDF, DWG). Maintains assembly structure, colors, and metadata.

   • Extreme Performance: Renowned for its ability to load and navigate massive assemblies (100,000+ parts) quickly due to its optimized graphics engine.

2. Advanced Analysis & Measurement:

   • Precise Measurement: Perform linear, angular, radial, and surface-to-surface measurements directly on the 3D geometry.

   • Dynamic Sectioning: Cut through the model with planes, boxes, or freeform shapes to inspect internal details, with real-time section cap rendering.

   • Interference & Clearance Analysis: Check for clashes and measure minimum distances between components.

3. Collaboration & Markup:

   • 3D Markup & Annotations: Add persistent notes, dimensions, and shapes directly onto the model. These markups can be saved and shared with others.

   • Compare Revisions: Visually highlight geometric differences (added/removed/modified material) between two versions of a part or assembly.

   • Create 2D Layouts & Snapshots: Generate high-resolution images or detailed 2D drawing-like views for reports, quotes, or work instructions.

4. Manufacturing & Production Features:

   • Part List (BOM) Extraction: Automatically generate and export bills of materials to Excel or CSV.

   • PMI (Product Manufacturing Information) Viewing: Display and interrogate GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) and annotations embedded in 3D CAD files.

   • Toolpath Visualization (with CAM integration): Can visualize toolpaths from Vero’s EdgeCAM or other CAM systems in the context of the 3D model.

What’s New in the 2025 Release:

• Enhanced User Interface: A more modern and intuitive ribbon interface.

• Improved Performance & Memory Management: Even faster loading and smoother manipulation of ultra-large datasets.

• Expanded PMI & Model-Based Definition (MBD) Support: Deeper interaction with 3D annotation sets.

• Stronger Integration with Vero CAM Software: Tighter links for a seamless design-to-manufacturing workflow.

• Enhanced 3D PDF & Reporting: Improved creation of interactive 3D PDF documents.

🖥️ System Requirements

WorkXplore is optimized for performance but requires capable hardware for large datasets. The minimum system requirements are Windows 10/11 (64-bit), an Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor, 8 GB of RAM, a graphics card with 2 GB VRAM supporting OpenGL 4.5, 2 GB of free disk space, and a 1920×1080 display.

For recommended professional use, especially with massive assemblies common in automotive or aerospace, a high-performance workstation is essential. This includes Windows 10/11 Pro for Workstations, an Intel Xeon W-series or Core i9/AMD Ryzen 9 processor, 32 GB of RAM or more, a professional NVIDIA Quadro RTX or AMD Radeon Pro W-series card with 8 GB+ VRAM, a fast NVMe SSD, and multiple high-resolution monitors.