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TriMech Solutions, LLC

TriMech provides thousands of engineering teams with 3D design and rapid prototyping solutions that work hand-in-hand, from sketch to manufacturing. Javelin became a subsidiary of TriMech Solutions LLC in 2021.

Expanding Capabilities at TriMech with the Stratasys Origin One

Stratasys Origin One Model

It looks like we’re on Santa’s “Nice” list this year because we lucked out and got something truly special just in time for the Holidays! The TriMech Advanced Manufacturing Services Team in Rocky Hill, CT., has been eagerly awaiting the brand new Stratasys Origin One…

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3D Scanning for Schools and Universities

Architectural 3D Scanning

Now that 3D scanners are much more common and accessible to different technical and non-technical fields and practices, it is a fantastic time for schools and universities to get their hands on a scanner for research and education. More engineers in the field are using…

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Three Ways to Add Screw Threads to a 3D Printed Part

Heat set insert of thread

The idea for this tip came to me as I was working on my remote-control (RC) Ornithopter design. The goal is to securely fasten the flap mechanism for flight and at the same time, a way for me to disassemble when needed. There are a…

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Stereolithography as a Service

Stereolithography Part

Here at Javelin, we often talk about Stratasys FDM and PolyJet 3D printing technologies; however, there is a much longer list of 3D printing and prototyping capabilities in our offering – including fused nylon powders, urethane casting, metal powder-bed fusion and UV cured VAT processes….

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Biocompatible 3D Printing with P3 Technology

Origin One medical part

When it comes to additive manufacturing, much like other methods of manufacturing, users want strength, fine details, and for production to be as fast as possible. To meet this need, Stratasys has introduced a new platform, the Origin One, which utilizes Programmable PhotoPolymerization (P3) 3D printing…

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Apache Log4j Vulnerability for SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE

Apache Log4j Vulnerability

With the recent identification of the security issue related to open-source Apache Log4j Utility (CVE-2021-44228)*, TriMech would like to provide details from Dassault Systèmes regarding the impacts on the SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE solutions and products that our clients are utilizing. Dassault Systèmes Cybersecurity team has…

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SOLIDWORKS 3D Sketching Planes & Spline Tools

SOLIDWORKS Resolve 3D Sketch

When should SOLIDWORKS 3D sketching be used? When you are working in SOLIDWORKS and 2D sketches just don’t cut it. When you need to access 3D dimensions when creating weldments or structure systems in a design. It could also be working with tube and cable…

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SOLIDWORKS PDM Administrator Roles Explained

Configuring SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard Vault

So, you have made the decision to get a SOLIDWORKS PDM system to manage your company data so you do not lose your files, track changes and a variety of other benefits. That’s great! Now you are being asked who is going to be the…

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Working with the Autotrace Feature in SOLIDWORKS

Autotrace feature

The Autotrace feature allows you to automatically trace around a sketch picture that has been imported into SOLIDWORKS. This is a great way to quickly recreate a logo or organic shape. Check out the video below for a more in-depth look at this intuitive tool! Using…

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Assigning Multiple Materials When 3D Printing a Part in GrabCAD Print

GrabCAD Colour Transparency

With many 3D printing technologies on the market, only one reigns supreme when it comes to building parts with multiple materials at one time – Stratasys PolyJet. We find that many people get very excited about multi-material printing (and rightfully so), but they seem to…

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Biocompatible 3D Printing Explained

Biocompatible 3D Printing

Additive Manufacturing is an application-driven field, with different printing technologies more suitable for certain types of production than others. A challenging area for any manufacturing process, is food or medical applications that require a certain degree of sterility and biocompatibility, this is where Biocompatible 3D…

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Top Features in SOLIDWORKS Electrical 2022

SOLIDWORKS Electrical 2022 Routing

Each year, DS seeks to outdo itself with hundreds of sweeping enhancements to its diverse and ever-expanding portfolio of engineering, manufacturing and design solutions. SOLIDWORKS Electrical 2022, in particular, received quite a few significant enhancements this year, making documenting your electromechanical systems more streamlined than…

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SOLIDWORKS Simulation or 3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation SIMULIA?

Structural Mechanics Engineer

Which one do you choose, SOLIDWORKS Simulation or 3DEXPERIENCE Works Simulation SIMULIA? This is quite a common question when solutions overlap with each other a little bit. But a true answer to this question arises not only from the kind of studies we are able…

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SOLIDWORKS Sketch System Options that will Save You Time

SOLIDWORKS Sketch Options

In this blog, we’ll take a look at a few SOLIDWORKS Sketch Options that will make your work much easier and save you valuable time by reducing tedious clicks. The time-saving sketching techniques and options we’ll cover in this video blog include: Auto-Rotate View Create…

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Moving from SOLIDWORKS Desktop to 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS

using 3dexperience solidworks

3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS gives users the opportunity to use advanced designing and collaboration features that positively change the way we create and build. If you are currently a SOLIDWORKS Desktop user and considering a move to the cloud, there are differences that you should be aware…

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