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The PLM Transformation as Covered at the CPDA PLM Road Map The PLM Transformation as Covered at the CPDA PLM Road Map
By CPDA
This year’s conference focuses on the need to address growing complexity and the need for integration, with emphasis on simulation and mechatronics.
Z Corp. Introduces New 3D Printers Starting at $14,900 Z Corp. Introduces New 3D Printers Starting at $14,900
By Rita Stange, ConnectPress Managing Editor
A look at the new ZPrinter 150 (monochrome) and ZPrinter 250 (multicolor) 3D printers, and Z Corp.’s company vision.
Using 3D Visualization to Expand Business Potential Using 3D Visualization to Expand Business Potential
Dan Armour, Joy Mining Machinery
In this presentation Dan Armour of Joy Mining Machinery talks about how his organization has expanded a number of its capabilities by using of 3D.
Simulating and Optimizing Heat Transfer Simulating and Optimizing Heat Transfer
By Mentor Graphics
In this on-demand webinar the presenter discusses the complexities of designing and integrating cooling into injection molds while managing heat.
Tips & Tricks
Don’t Let Inference Lines Damage Your Design Don’t Let Inference Lines Damage Your Design
By Chris Snider, 3DVision Technologies
SolidWorks 2010 can create problems by automatically aligning notes or dimensions, in this tip users learn how to deactivate the automatic alignments.
Should I Link to the Model or Drawing? Should I Link to the Model or Drawing?
By Kevin Van Liere, SolidWorksTemplates.com
Should elements be linked to the drawing file properties or the model file properties in SolidWorks? Find out!
Don’t Waste Time on Weldments Don’t Waste Time on Weldments
By Rod Harper, FISHER/UNITECH
A series of quick tips showing users how to streamline their weldments experience in SolidWorks.
Take the Headache out of Command Navigation Take the Headache out of Command Navigation
By Matthew West, SolidWorks Blog
In this video tip users learn how to simplify their use of the SolidWorks' Command Navigation feature.
Case Studies
Adept Helps Take the Stress Out of Heavy Manufacturing Adept Helps Take the Stress Out of Heavy Manufacturing
By Synergis Software
A heavy equipment manufacturer is taking advantage of Adept’s document management tools and SolidWorks to simplify their production processes.
Aircelle Improves Nesting Efficiency with JETCAM Aircelle Improves Nesting Efficiency with JETCAM
Case Study by JETCAM
Learn about how aerostructure manufacturer Aircelle upgraded their existing CAM system to provide an integrated nesting and ply identification system.
Silencer Manufacturer Beats Out Competition with FeatureCAM Silencer Manufacturer Beats Out Competition with FeatureCAM
A Case Study by Delcam
FeatureCAM’s feature recognition enables the company to program several prototypes in a day whereas before it could take a day for just one.
BIESSE Invests in DDM to Help with Challenges BIESSE Invests in DDM to Help with Challenges
By Concurrent Systems Inc.
Biesse talks to CSI about the challenges Biesse faces and how DDM is helping to achieve their key objective of shorter time to business.
Columns
The Possibilities of CAD in the Cloud The Possibilities of CAD in the Cloud
By Kathleen Maher, Jon Peddie Research
Kathleen Maher takes a look at advances in CAD and cloud computing technology and how the "cloud" is affecting the industry.
Collaboration & Interoperability Conference Gets Thumbs Up Collaboration & Interoperability Conference Gets Thumbs Up
By Bill Abramson, CAD/CAM Technologies
Bill Abramson discusses the benefits of the Collaboration & Interoperability Congress and some feedback from this year's conference in Estes, CO.
How IBM Rational Jazz Platform is Transforming Mechatronics How IBM Rational Jazz Platform is Transforming Mechatronics
Submitted by CPDA
Sky Matthews, CTO of IBM Rational Systems, explains the importance of OSLC and Jazz in integrating software, electronics, and mechanical domains.
Looking Back at the History of Management Science Looking Back at the History of Management Science
By Don Creswell, Co-Founder SmartOrg Inc
Don Creswell discusses how the concept of Decision Analysis has evolved over the years.
Looking Back at the History of Management Science
Don Creswell discusses how the concept of …

The Possibilities of CAD in the Cloud
Kathleen Maher takes a look at advances …

How IBM Rational Jazz Platform is Transforming Mechatronics
Sky Matthews, CTO of IBM Rational Systems, …

Collaboration & Interoperability Conference Gets Thumbs Up
Bill Abramson discusses the benefits of the …

Z Corp. Introduces New 3D Printers Starting at $14,900
A look at the new ZPrinter 150 …

The PLM Transformation as Covered at the CPDA PLM Road Map
This year’s conference focuses on the need …

Don’t Let Inference Lines Damage Your Design
SolidWorks 2010 can create problems by automatically …

Mentor Graphics Reacts to CFD Comparison Charts
John Parry, a CFD veteran at Mentor …

Using 3D Visualization to Expand Business Potential
In this presentation Dan Armour of Joy …

Adept Helps Take the Stress Out of Heavy Manufacturing
A heavy equipment manufacturer is taking advantage …