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Rod Mackay
Introduction to Stereolithography 3D Printing / Prototyping
By Rod Mackay on September 13, 2021
Designers, engineers and part providers are increasingly choosing stereolithography (SL) printing technology for prototyping applications because of its ability to print complex designs with a high degree of accuracy, fine resolution and smooth part sidewalls. Parts produced using SL technology require little or no post-processing, resulting in…
Get Ready for SOLIDWORKS 2022 with an Update Guide
By Rod Mackay on September 8, 2021
Are you ready for your SOLIDWORKS 2022 update? Get your company, department and individual users ready by downloading our comprehensive guide. SOLIDWORKS 2022 is coming soon, in October we are running SOLIDWORKS 2022 What’s New Online Training Sessions to help you get up to speed with the…
What You Need to Know Before the SOLIDWORKS 2022 Release
By Rod Mackay on August 3, 2021
SOLIDWORKS 2022 has been in public beta since June and the new version is scheduled for release in late November. Whether you update every year or only occasionally, there are things you should do that will assure your SOLIDWORKS update is an interruption-free process. Watch the…
Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Introduction Tutorial
By Rod Mackay on July 26, 2021
In this on-demand webinar, certified instructor Shawn Bontaine discusses the importance of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and delivers an introduction tutorial on how to apply the standards. Watch the video to experience one of Javelin’s most popular training courses, and get an introduction to…
Watch the on-demand webinar below for an introduction to DELMIA® solutions, and producing Bill of Materials (BOM) from Design through Manufacturing: In this DELMIA on-demand webinar you will learn Leveraging the power of the 3DEXPERIENCE Works platform, and the Manufacturing Items Role allows a production engineer…
Discover the benefits of Cloud Based PDM for SOLIDWORKS
By Rod Mackay on July 1, 2021
In this on-demand webinar learn how Calgary based Bowhead Corp tapped the power of 3DEXPERIENCE Works to expedite new product development with SOLIDWORKS cloud based PDM for their latest mobility chairs and bikes: Keep All People, Projects and Processes on Track with Cloud-based Tools Product…
Use SOLIDWORKS Component Reference to label Assembly Components
By Rod Mackay on June 30, 2021
The SOLIDWORKS Component Reference provides you with the ability to assign a label to each instance of a component in an assembly. For example, you could use Component Reference to identify each instance of the same Gear component used in an assembly. You can show…
Lock SOLIDWORKS External References to prevent design change
By Rod Mackay on June 29, 2021
When working with an assembly that utilizes the SOLIDWORKS top down assembly design approach it is good practice to lock the external references for a design that is ready for release. This will help to ensure the design does not change unless the external references…
Electro-Mechanical Design and Collaboration with SOLIDWORKS Electrical
By Rod Mackay on June 28, 2021
Without modern electro-mechanical design tools that support a collaborative workflow, engineers will spend the equivalent of four months each year fighting their software instead of improving their designs. That’s the real price of designing in silos and using ill-suited tools. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to…
Communication Tools included with SOLIDWORKS Professional & Premium
By Rod Mackay on June 25, 2021
SOLIDWORKS Professional and Premium packages include communication tools for advanced visualization, viewing and publishing to create powerful connections between designers, clients and consumers. Learn about the communication tools: SOLIDWORKS Visualize and SOLIDWORKS eDrawings below: Photo-realistic Images and Animations using Visualize An image, or an animation,…
Can computer aided designs have the beauty and flexibility of gymnastics? With 3DEXPERIENCE 3D Sculptor they can! Industry Process Consultant and 3D Sculptor expert Jordan Tadić joins Gian and John to show some of the more advanced tools in Sub-D modeling, from bending, to twisting,…
Streamline Your Design Process with SOLIDWORKS Associative Analysis from Abaqus & SIMULIA
By Rod Mackay on June 22, 2021
Are you ready for simulation that matches your desire for innovation? The 3DEXPERIENCE® Works Simulation portfolio provides comprehensive all-physics all-scale simulation solutions for SOLIDWORKS® users to evaluate how your products will behave in real life. Learn more about 3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation with Abaqus and SIMULIA in the demonstration video…
Lifting Up Designs in the Cloud with 3DEXPERIENCE® Works
By Rod Mackay on June 17, 2021
DS Industry Process Consultants Gian and John dive into the SOLIDWORKS® cloud-based design tools as they design and assemble an electric winch. In this on-demand webinar you’ll see part design, sheet metal design, subdivision modeling, top-down and bottom-up assembly techniques, and built-in collaborative features at…
CSWA Practice Exam Download Package for Students and Educators
By Rod Mackay on June 16, 2021
Complete the form below to access the CSWA (Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate) Practice Exam Download Package which is designed for students to practice for the exam and for Educators to deliver CSWA Practice Problems and teach 3D modeling and best practices for passing the exam. What…
DraftSight vs AutoCAD 2D CAD Software Pricing and ROI Information
By Rod Mackay on June 15, 2021
In the white paper below learn how to maximize the return on a DraftSight 2D CAD software investment and compare subscription pricing for DraftSight ® vs AutoCAD ® 2D CAD software. Do you rely on 2D CAD software for maintaining legacy data, supporting traditional processes/workflows,…