MBD Implementation 10 DOs and 10 DON’Ts – Upgrade infrastructure
In a previous blog on Drawingless or Paperless, we clarified that MBD Implementations don’t require heavy upfront investment on digital equipment. However, there are indeed MBD manufacturers around the world who are also very successful with paperless processes. This post will
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS World 2016 Partner Preview
With more than 110 exhibitors in attendance, the Partner Pavilion is the place to meet SOLIDWORKS Solution Partners, preview new technologies, and get your hands on innovative products designed in SOLIDWORKS by your peers. Whether you’re looking for state-of-the-art design,
... ContinuedSWUGN Group Leader Spotlight – Cindy Berend
Since 1996, SOLIDWORKS User Groups have been a valuable resource for SOLIDWORKS users all over the world. The SWUGN Committee and DS SOLIDWORKS provide ample support, but the real stars are the SOLIDWORKS User Group Leaders. Every week or so we’ll
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SOLIDWORKS WORLD 2016 for Entrepreneurs
Are you thinking about a new product idea, need pointers on how to get funding, or want learn from other creative start-ups? SOLIDWORKS WORLD 2016 will feature a new event for entrepreneurs at all stages of development to help prepare you for business
... ContinuedYoung Kiwi Uses SOLIDWORKS to Design Home-Built Rally Car that Goes Zero-125 MPH in Seven Seconds
Alex Kelsey, a 22-year-old gearhead, lives in a small town on the North Island of New Zealand. His father, Richard Kelsey, was a successful rally car driver in his youth and shared his passion for going fast in cars with
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS Women in Engineering Series: Kat Ely
Kat Ely is one of the founders of CLEAR design lab, a design prototyping lab located in Boston, Massachusetts. Kat earned her degree from Massachusetts College of Art and Design. Her background in fine art, prototyping and short-run manufacturing gave her
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS World 2016 Special Event Preview
The big question for this year’s special event is, “what won’t we have in store for you?” Answer: the 2016 Special Event will have it all, so get ready to saddle over to Gilley’s Dallas on Tuesday, February 2 at
... ContinuedMy SWW16 Agenda: Redneck Workarounds with Josh Altergott
One of my favorite parts of SOLIDWORKS World each year is deciding on my objectives and choosing my sessions. And my backup sessions. And my backup backup sessions. This year, I thought I’d share with you some of the sessions I chose
... ContinuedIntroducing the SOLIDWORKS World 2016 Keynote Speakers
At SOLIDWORKS World, inspiration is essential. A main goal of the event is to put you in touch with thousands of peers to share ideas, explore new technologies, and gain a fresh outlook on product design. You should return home
... Continued10 DOs and 10 DON’Ts of MBD Implementations: Don’t Only Send 3D PDFs to Your Supply Chain
3D PDF has gained great popularity thanks to the free Adobe Reader’s ubiquitous presence (installed on 95% internet-connected computers according to 3D PDF Consortium in 2014). Its intuitive embedded 3D content viewable in Adobe Reader greatly lowers 3D data communication
... ContinuedSOLIDWORKS World 2016 Session Preview: Deep Dive into the SOLIDWORKS Ecosystem
One of the things that differentiates SOLIDWORKS from other CAD systems is its extensive CAD ecosystem of solutions that provides users with the tools they need to optimize all areas of product development, not just design. SOLIDWORKS solutions focus on
... ContinuedSWUGN Group Leader Spotlight – Rudy Ottway
Since 1996, SOLIDWORKS User Groups have been a valuable resource for SOLIDWORKS users all over the world. The SWUGN Committee and DS SOLIDWORKS provide ample support, but the real stars are the SOLIDWORKS User Group Leaders. Every week or so we’ll
... ContinuedHow 3D CAD is transforming the commercial automotive industry
It isn’t all crankshafts, engine blocks and muscle when it comes to trucks. There’s some incredibly sophisticated design and engineering taking place in the commercial automotive industry. 3D CAD is making it easier for businesses to drive innovation, value and
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