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Rod Mackay
How to run SOLIDWORKS on a Mac? This is a question we receive on a regular basis and while not impossible it was a challenge in the past to get it running on a Mac. But with the new 3DEXPERIENCE WORKS Design Roles, SOLIDWORKS 3D…
SOLIDWORKS Change Units is a common term that is searched for on our blog, so here is a quick tech tip on three different methods of changing your units in a SOLIDWORKS Part Document: Using the Unit Quick Select If you currently have a Part…
Comparing SOLIDWORKS PDM/Manage to 3DEXPERIENCE Works PDM
By Rod Mackay on August 24, 2020
Dassault Systèmes has recently released 3DEXPERIENCE Works PDM which is a new cloud-based data management solution for SOLIDWORKS customers. There are now two distinct data management solutions to choose from that will manage your SOLIDWORKS data: SOLIDWORKS PDM/Manage and 3DEXPERIENCE Works PDM. The main difference…
What is ERP and MES? Why do you need them? During this on-demand webinar you will get a first look at DELMIAWorks (formerly IQMS) and learn how an effective Enterprise Resource Planning system will accurately process orders and fulfillment, while also providing efficient and timely…
Do you work with multiple CAD systems? Do you reference or modify imported geometry in your SOLIDWORKS designs? Then this on-demand webinar is for you! During this presentation; Certified SOLIDWORKS Expert, Jamie Hill, presents 3 key considerations that will allow for better incorporation of imported geometry into…
What is the difference between DraftSight and 3DEXPERIENCE DraftSight?
By Rod Mackay on July 29, 2020
3DEXPERIENCE® DraftSight® is a new professional DWG-based 2D and 3D drafting offering from Dassault Systemes. Users can easily migrate from AutoCAD® to DraftSight with the familiar interfaces and workflows. But what is the difference between DraftSight and 3DEXPERIENCE DraftSight? 3DEXPERIENCE DraftSight provides time-saving productivity tools…
Over many years, SOLIDWORKS applications expert; Jim Peltier, has accumulated a list of more than 100 of tips and tricks. Watch his on-demand webinar below to learn top 50 time-saving tips from that list. For example, hidden commands, combination keystrokes, and interesting workflows that will make you say “that’s a…
If you are a SOLIDWORKS Subscription Service customer you may have recently received a SOLIDWORKS Customer Feedback Survey email in your inbox from [email protected] with the title “Your success is our goal! Please tell us how you are doing”. The email will look something like…
Help impact the quality, performance and usability of SOLIDWORKS products by trying the SOLIDWORKS 2021 Beta Version. DS SOLIDWORKS have just announced that SOLIDWORKS® 2021 Beta is live, ready for your feedback, and we invite you to join SOLIDWORKS 2021 Beta testing now. Continued development…
Our SOLIDWORKS Advanced Update Training Course has been Updated!
By Rod Mackay on June 19, 2020
Our SOLIDWORKS Advanced Update Training Course has been recently updated to include new best practices and features included with the latest release of SOLIDWORKS. The focus of our SOLIDWORKS Advanced Update course is to learn the advanced functionality within the core SOLIDWORKS product including all…
SOLIDWORKS Instant Upgrade Promotion Ending Soon!
By Rod Mackay on June 18, 2020
Buy a Desktop, Network or Term SOLIDWORKS product and be instantly upgraded to the next level SOLIDWORKS product for FREE — savings of up to US$10,000. Must include the purchase of 1 year of upgrade SOLIDWORKS Subscription Service at full price. Act now as this offer…
Advanced Simulation Software Reduces Late Changes, Expensive Physical Tests
By Rod Mackay on June 15, 2020
SIMULIAworks Structural Mechanics Engineer advanced simulation software enables you to make smart, collaborative design decisions to improve efficiency and boost your bottom line. No matter what kind of product you design, physical testing is expensive and time consuming; and design changes made late in the…
How to make more Informed Engineering Decisions with Cloud based Analysis
By Rod Mackay on June 12, 2020
Tech Clarity research indicates top performers succeed with cloud based analysis technology. Nearly half (44%) of manufacturers say design decisions have become more difficult. If engineering wasn’t hard enough, economic fallout from COVID-19 will likely result in more responsibility falling on engineers who have fewer…
Ten years ago, DraftSight launched with the goal to help designers save money while meeting their AutoCAD DWG creation and editing needs. Today DraftSight continues to support this goal and offers incredible value to customers. To celebrate DraftSight’s 10th launch anniversary, for a limited time…
Learn how to use your SOLIDWORKS Data on the Cloud
By Rod Mackay on June 2, 2020
Do you want to add your SOLIDWORKS data to the cloud? Learn how to use SOLIDWORKS with the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform to collaborate on CAD data. Log in to MySolidWorks and watch training videos to learn how to easily open your CAD models in the cloud,…