How do I view SolidWorks files if I don’t have SolidWorks?
Do you ever have designs that you need to share with members of an extended team, or with clients who don’t use SolidWorks themselves? Or do you ever need to review designs from a personal computer, possibly at home or
... ContinuedFast, Simple, Powerful Soft Goods Design in 22 Minutes
ExactFlat was recently showcased to SolidWorks users during a recent SolidWorks 22 Minute Webinar event titled, Fast, Simple, Powerful Soft Goods Design in 22 Minutes and you can view the recorded webinar on the SolidWorks website. The webinar focused on
... ContinuedWin a free pass to SolidWorks World 2014 with our Holiday Gift Contest
It’s that time of year again—the holiday season is upon us (and even over for some), and SolidWorks World is only a few weeks away. We have two passes to SolidWorks World to give away, and we thought we’d give
... ContinuedSolidWorks Composer: “The best tool for leveraging CAD models and assemblies”
As we have continued to reach out to our customers and listen to their feedback about SolidWorks Composer, the more opportunities we’ve had to listen to their praises about what a benefit being able to leverage their CAD data has
... Continued“I want you to model a box…”
In my 13 years with SolidWorks, I never ventured out much past what I have been trained to do, and explore the outreaches of other teams. My accidental career sprouted its own wings and I became part of a team.
... ContinuedTake the Stress Out of Holiday Shopping with the Third Annual SolidWorks Holiday Gift Guide
As the snow begins to fall in Boston and Christmas quickly approaches (it’s only two weeks away), the holiday season and gift giving are on my mind. As I’m scrambling to compile a personalized gift list that is designed to
... ContinuedSolidWorks World 2014 Partner Spotlight: TEDCF Publishing
Every year in the weeks leading up to SolidWorks World, we give attendees a chance to learn about some of our Solution Partners attending the event and setting up booths in the Partner Pavilion. Our partners play a big role
... ContinuedSolidWorks World 2014 Partner Spotlight: Lenovo
Every year in the weeks leading up to SolidWork World, we give attendees a chance to learn about some of our Solution Partners attending the event and setting up booths in the Partner Pavilion. Our partners play a big role
... ContinuedSolidWorks World 2014
There are a lot of reasons to get excited about SolidWorks World 2014; nice January weather in San Diego, 200+ technical sessions, 100 exhibitors, and thousands of SolidWorks users eager to learn. For the SolidWorks User Group Network (SWUGN), this
... ContinuedSolidWorks World 2014 Top Ten – Deadline for Idea submissions is coming up quick
We are looking for your input in creating the SolidWorks World 2014 Top Ten List. This is a list of your ideas for enhancements to future versions of SolidWorks. The top rated ideas are revealed at the SolidWorks World 2014
... ContinuedIs SolidWorks software available for Apple Mac and iOS devices?
You’ve seen their ads, you’ve browsed their stores, and chances are you probably already own one of their products. Apple is, without question, one of the most well-known brands in the world. All things considered, it makes perfect sense that
... ContinuedCSWP-DRWT exam tests drawing tools in SolidWorks, not drafting “best practices”
Jim Lucas of 3DEngr.com exaplains the SolidWorks CSWP advanced exam for Drawing Tools (CSWP-DRWT). In his series of articles, he walks through each of the problems on the Drawing Tools practice exam (the exam you should try out before taking
... ContinuedNeed Alpha Channel Images Fast? SolidWorks Composer Can Help.
Alpha channel images can be extremely useful when creating spare parts catalogs, product manuals, and other technical documentation. An alpha channel image refers to graphics where portions of the image appear to be clear or transparent. When creating technical documentation,
... ContinuedChristmas Shopping Will Have to Wait
SolidWorks User Group Leaders will be very busy over the next three weeks, with 29 meetings on the December calendar – 14 of them this week alone. December 2nd Huber Heights, OH December 3rd Elkhart, IN Houston, TX San Antonio, TX
... ContinuedSolidWorks World is coming up fast: Other things to do while in San Diego
Due to the relatively good weather in San Diego all year long, attractions don’t have to close during the so-called Winter months. Here are some places you may wish to visit while in San Diego after SolidWorks World 2014. Have
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