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SolidWorks World 2009 to Feature Exciting Keynotes
Press Release Issued by DS SolidWorks
Sir Richard Branson, Jeff Ray, Jon Hirschtick, and world-class companies to shine at world’s largest annual SolidWorks gathering.
R&D Sandbox Previews Capabilities for 3D CAD Software
Press Release Issued by DS SolidWorks
The technology sandbox for curious 3D CAD users has added four new experimental applications, all free, and unveiled an overhauled Web site.
Switch to SolidWorks 3D CAD Delivers Productivity Increase
Press Release Issued by DS SolidWorks
Switch to SolidWorks 3D CAD and Simulation Software to shield customers from hurricanes.
solidThinking Releases Plug-in for SolidWorks 2009
Press Release Issued by solidThinking
Free plug-in ensures full compatibility with latest SolidWorks release.
Microsoft and DS SolidWorks Enhance Robot Simulation
Press Release
Robotics programmers can now use SolidWorks 3D CAD models for more powerful simulations.
Industry News
Simpoe Joins the SolidWorks Community
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress
Simpoe, a company specializing in plastic injection molding simulation solutions, has joined ConnectPress as a SolidWorks Gold Community sponsor.
Right Hemisphere Record Financial Results & Promotions
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Todd Caponi and George Earle named Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Vice President of Global Enterprise Services, respectively.
plmteam Joins Aras Partner Program
Press Release Issued by Aras
Provides Enterprise PLM implementation expertise for small and midsized enterprises across Europe.
Laser Design Offers PolyWorks Plug-in
Press Release Issued by Laser Design, Inc.
The plug-in allows users to scan directly into the PolyWorks software package with enhanced graphical feedback of the scanning process.
CPDA Announces Workshop Offering Downturn Advice
Press Release Issued by CPDA
Workshop will discuss immediate cost reduction approaches that meet the challenges of lean and green manufacturing.
SolidWorks Partners
Delcam Expands Les Technologies Dealership in Quebec
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Michael Grenier and Frederic Nadeau of Les Tech will now sell the complete Delcam range of CADCAM software.
LEDAS Expands Capabilities of Google SketchUp
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
Parameterization tools, which considerably reduce the time required to make changes to the existing models and open new modeling capabilities.
New Enterprise Search Solution for SharePoint
Press Release Issued by Elmo Solutions
Enterprise search solution designed to meet the distinct needs of CAD and Engineering users and senior managers.
Quickparts Launches Design For Manufacturing Service
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts announces the launch of the new Design For Manufacturing (DFM) services for rapid prototyping and injection molding.
Siam Ringspann and TraceParts: Innovation and Service
Press Release Issued by Siam Ringspann
Siam Ringspann is specialized in the manufacturing of safety components used in medium and high-power transmissions.
User News
EOS International User Meeting April 14 -16, 2008
By EOS
EOS announced that the 11th EOS International User Meeting (IUM) will be held from April 14th to 16th, 2008, at the Hotel “The Monarch” in Bad Goegging, Germany.
Adobe to Host 3D PDF Contest
By Adobe Systems Inc.
Adobe Systems Incorporated is hosting its first 3D PDF contest.
SDC Publishes 6 CAD Books
By SDC Publications
Schroff Development Corporation (SDC Publications) releases books on AutoCAD 2008, UGS, CATIA V5, Solid Edge v19 & SolidWorks.
SDC Offers 4 Books on SolidWorks 2007, ANSYS
By Schroff Development Corporation
Schroff Development Corporation (SDC Publications) is offering books about SolidWorks and ANSYS.
New \'From\' Address on Your SolidWorks Community Newsletter
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Attention all Community Members!
User Q&A
Q1-081222: Anatomical Drawings
Does anyone have anatomical drawings of people? I am particularly interested in people’s feet and backs.
Q1:081220: File Size Reduction
I need to convert a whole assembly file into a single part file to approximately 10MB from 40MB.
Q1-110708: Linear Pattern Updating Incorrectly
When I create linear sketch patterns, the sketches occasionally change when I’m working with the model. Can anyone help?
Q1-110508: Updating SW-2008 toolbox to SW-2009
Has anyone had a problem updating toolbox for SW 2008 to 2009?
Q1-081029: Editing Multiple Sheet Formats
When I go to insert my part number, description on one sheet, how can I have all the sheets update with the new information?
Simpoe Joins the SolidWorks Community
Simpoe, a company specializing in plastic injection …

Delcam Expands Les Technologies Dealership in Quebec
Michael Grenier and Frederic Nadeau of Les …

Perfactory³ SXGA+ Rapid Manufacturing System
Showcasing at this show will be the …

Right Hemisphere Record Financial Results & Promotions
Todd Caponi and George Earle named Vice …

Laser Design Offers PolyWorks Plug-in
The plug-in allows users to scan directly …

plmteam Joins Aras Partner Program
Provides Enterprise PLM implementation expertise for small …

SolidWorks World 2009 to Feature Exciting Keynotes
Sir Richard Branson, Jeff Ray, Jon Hirschtick, …

Cadalyst Announces Bimonthly Publication Schedule for 2009
Change in frequency from 12 to six …

CPDA Announces Workshop Offering Downturn Advice
Workshop will discuss immediate cost reduction approaches …

Laser Design Partners with Wenzel-Xspect CMM Distributors
Laser Design, has made a nationwide distribution …

ZF Moves Up a Gear Thanks to Edgecam
By interfacing existing CAD system and 3D …

Fifteen Hundred Organizations Shape MapleSim
New product expected to reduce project cost …

R&D Sandbox Previews Capabilities for 3D CAD Software
The technology sandbox for curious 3D CAD …

Switch to SolidWorks 3D CAD Delivers Productivity Increase
Switch to SolidWorks 3D CAD and Simulation …

Lattice Technology Releases XVL Player V 9.2
New version of the free 3D Data …

CPDA Appoints Dr. Keith Meintjes Research Director for CAE
Keith Meintjes brings expertise in requirements management, …

CIMdata Announces its 2009 PLM Vendor Forum Program
Forum will provide view on the impact …

Quickparts Launches Design For Manufacturing Service
Quickparts announces the launch of the new …

New Enterprise Search Solution for SharePoint
Enterprise search solution designed to meet the …

LEDAS Expands Capabilities of Google SketchUp
Parameterization tools, which considerably reduce the time …

Laser Design Ships 64-Bit Computers with Surveyor Systems
Laser Design’s 3D Laser Scanning Systems with …

Oceans SDK to Connect Enterprise Applications with CAD Data
CCE Announces Oceans SDK, a first-of-its-kind Middleware …

Parametric Systems Becomes VAR for DesignDataManager
Parametric Systems signs DesignDataManager Pakistan VAR agreement. …

Siam Ringspann and TraceParts: Innovation and Service
Siam Ringspann is specialized in the manufacturing …

Arcam Launches Orthopedic Implant Industry Design Product
Arcam, the Sweden-based manufacturer of EBM, launches …