SOLIDWORKS 2019

Tech Tips and Resources for the latest SOLIDWORKS release

SOLIDWORKS 2019 Overview

Watch a recording of our launch broadcast which includes demonstrations of the performance improvements, quality enhancements and new capabilities:

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SOLIDWORKS 2019 production version is now available for SOLIDWORKS Subscription Customers from the Customer Portal.

SOLIDWORKS 2019 Tech Tips

The latest tips, techniques, and news for SOLIDWORKS core and add-in products from the certified SOLIDWORKS experts at Javelin Technologies.

The Defeature Preview Window rotates and zooms with the SOLIDWORKS viewport, making it easy keep tabs on the simplification process
SOLIDWORKS 3D Design / SOLIDWORKS Tech Tip

Why you should use the SOLIDWORKS Defeature Tool

By Rod Mackay / August 28, 2019
Creating a digital twin of your real-life assembly can provide a lot of benefits; including accurate bills of materials, machining instructions, true-to-life simulation results, or stunning renders out of SOLIDWORKS...
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3D Printing Applications

How to apply Textures to 3D Printed Parts with SOLIDWORKS

By Rod Mackay / August 21, 2019
SOLIDWORKS users often need to create complex or repeating features, but these features can be time-consuming to generate, especially on complex models. Some designs, such as a textured surface or...
SOLIDWORKS Touch Mode
SOLIDWORKS Tech Tip

Utilize Touch Mode in SOLIDWORKS for Touchscreen Computers

By Ben Crisostomo / August 1, 2019
More and more, we run into touch screens. Laptops and monitors are starting to come standard with touch capability. I've had a touch screen on my computer, and for a...
SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2019
SOLIDWORKS Simulation

Save Time with SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2019

By Angus Hudson, CSWP / July 15, 2019
What would you do with more time? The sky is the limit: you could become the next Carlos Santana, create an industry disrupting technology, or have more chances to perfect...
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SOLIDWORKS 3D Design

Slicing imported Mesh or Scanned Geometry into SOLIDWORKS Sketches

By Rod Mackay / July 11, 2019
In a world that is moving more and more towards additive manufacturing as a primary method of creating our designs, working with mesh geometry is becoming ever more important. Whether...
SOLIDWORKS Structure System
SOLIDWORKS 3D Design

Introducing Structure System in SOLIDWORKS 2019

By Rod Mackay / July 8, 2019
SOLIDWORKS has long been an industry leader in the modelling of welded frames and their components. Quickly generating beam members based on 2D or 3D sketches and exporting a cut-list...
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SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal

How to Automate Bend Allowance in SOLIDWORKS 2019

By Ben Crisostomo / April 16, 2019
In SOLIDWORKS 2019, setting up sheet metal parts has become a bit easier, making it possible to automate bend allowance selection by linking materials & sheet metal parameters. With the...
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SOLIDWORKS Tech Tip

Creating 3D Textures in SOLIDWORKS 2019

By Ben Crisostomo / April 15, 2019
Wouldn’t it be nice to give your model a sense of depth by adding 3D textures, maybe a surface with seemingly random bumps to make the part look more organic,...
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SOLIDWORKS Tech Tip

SOLIDWORKS Mate Controller now provides Negative Values for Limit Angle Mates

By Mersedeh Zandvakili / March 22, 2019
In SOLIDWORKS 2019 you can now add negative values for SOLIDWORKS Limit Angle Mate in the Mate Controller. In an assembly with a Limit Angle Mate, click on Insert >...
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Featured SOLIDWORKS Add-in Products

Learn more about the Add-ins demonstrated during the Launch

SOLIDWORKS PDM 2019

SOLIDWORKS® Product Data Management (PDM) products manage and synchronize your design data across your entire enterprise with a single, easily deployable solution tightly integrated with all SOLIDWORKS applications.

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SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2019

With powerful and intuitive Simulation solutions, engineers can virtually test new ideas, quickly and efficiently evaluate performance, improve quality, and get the knowledge for product innovation.

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SOLIDWORKS Electrical/PCB 2019

The suite of electro-mechanical design tools enable faster design, improved information and data sharing, and increased accuracy in the development of smart devices and other products requiring embedded electronics.

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SOLIDWORKS 2019 Demonstrations

Discover the latest technologies from SOLIDWORKS

SOLIDWORKS 2019 delivers a wealth of innovative new productivity enhancements that let you take advantage of the latest cutting edge hardware technology. Learn more about these productivity enhancements in SOLIDWORKS 2019.

SOLIDWORKS 2019 Demo Playlist

The Latest Technology from Javelin

Discover our 3D Scanners, Post Processing Machines, and Laser Systems

Artec 3D Scanners

Discover the limitless possibilities of 3D scanning with Artec portable 3D scanners; they can be used absolutely anywhere to ensure a smooth capturing process without having to relocate objects to a particular place.

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3D Printer Post Processing

Automate the finishing of 3D parts through a comprehensive system of proprietary software, hardware and chemistry that delivers unmatched consistency, unlimited throughput and a fast ROI.

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Universal Laser Systems

Universal Laser Systems Digital Laser Material Processing (DLMP™) technology enables designers and manufacturers to laser cut, engrave and mark on almost any material.

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