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Measurement Supply Becomes Extensible CAD Reseller
Press Release Issued by Extensible CAD Technologies
Measurement Supply will carry the InspectionXpert product line and work with companies in the Southeast region.
DS SolidWorks Unveils SolidWorks 2011
Press Release Issued by DS SolidWorks
The new SolidWorks 2011 family of products includes hundreds of improvements requested by customers who use SolidWorks.
New Features for SolidWorks Certification Exams Released

SolidWorks has released an updated version of its Virtual Tester toolset designed to ease the test taking process.
Final Beta Test for SolidWorks 2011 is Live

According to FISHER UNITECH it's the last chance to compete in the DS SolidWorks’ Beta Competition.
SolidWorks, the Software of Choice for Innovative Companies
Press Release Issued By DS SolidWorks
Thirty-five of the 50 Most Innovative Companies in 2010 featured by Bloomberg BusinessWeek own SolidWorks software.
Industry News
Better Customizable Prosthetics Thanks to Objet
Press Release Issued by Objet
Objet and maker of dental surgical guides iDent are teaming up to help dentists make customizable prosthetics.
CFDesign 2011 Features Remote Solving
Press Release Issued by Blue Ridge Numerics
Blue Ridge Numerics has announced the release of CFdesign 2011.
Plans for New Expanded Lightweight 3D PDF Tool Announced
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Anark and Lattice Technology have announced they will join forces to expand their 3PDF offerings.
New Series of Events for Chinese PLM Users
Press Release Issued by Aras
Aras will be hosting a series of regional Community Events in China during September.
Next CIMdata PLM Program to Take Place in Orange County
Press Release Issued by CIMdata
CIMdata has announced that the next class in its PLM Certificate Program will take place October 18-22, 2010 in Cypress, CA.
SolidWorks Partners
New Batch Translator from CCE Includes New Features
Press Release Issued by CCE
CCE’s new version of EnSuite includes a batch translator for most major CAD applications.
FISHER/UNITECH Makes List of Fastest Growing Companies
Press Release Issued By FISHER/UNITECH
This is the third consecutive year FISHER/UNITECH has made the list, posting an increase in revenue growth since 2006.
Graphics Systems Announces SolidWorks 2011 Premiere
Press Release By Graphics Systems Corporation
Graphics Systems Corp. announces the Graphics Systems User Conference & SolidWorks 2011 Premiere.
A Guide for New SolidWorks Users

"SolidWorks 2010: No Experience Needed" is a recently published textbook designed to help new users understand the basics of the software.
SolidVision is Newest Reseller of InspectionXpert
Press Release Issued By SolidVision
Extensible CAD Technologies announced SolidVision Inc. has joined the InspectionXpert and Office2PDM Reseller Program.
User News
Astronauts Stay Strong with Help from SolidWorks
Press Released By DS SolidWorks Corp.
A Spanish company using SolidWorks software has developed a sophisticated system to help combat muscle atrophy in space.
Mustad Longline Uses SolidWorks to Increase Productivity
Press Release Issued By DS SolidWorks
SolidWorks software is helping a Norwegian company design and produce environmentally friendly fishing equipment.
SolidWorks Versus Pro/E

Which system is better at modeling complex assemblies: Pro/E or SolidWorks?
SolidWorks Helps Aerospace Engineer’s Ambition’s Take Flight

Mechanical Engineer Brian McElyea talks about how SolidWorks has helped him live his dreams.
Automotive Engineer Uses SolidWorks to Manifest his Passion

Jason Balser of Good Year Tires explains how SolidWorks has helped him make his love of automotive engineering a reality.
Q & A
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Hiding Sketches
Is there a quick way to hide sketches? Source: http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=280418&page=1…
Saving an eDrawings Animation
Is there a way to save a part animation from eDrawings? Source: http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=280339&page=1…
Wrapping a Flat Plate around a Cylinder
What is the best way to wrap a flat plate with a lip on each end around of an 8” cylinder? Source: https://forum.solidworks.com/message/177017#177017…
Equal Part Spacing
Is it possible to have equal parts spacing in an assembly that will adapt automatically as the assembly size changes? Source: https://forum.solidworks.com/message/177026#177026…
Heating for a Pool
I am trying to use solar heating for my pool. Which material is best; copper, galvanized or plastic? Source: http://www.solarpowerforum.net/forumVB/solar-heating/4774-solar-heater-pool-galvanized-copper-plastic.html…
Text Rotation
Is there a way to rotate text? I’ve tried using the button in SolidWorks but it does not work. Source: https://forum.solidworks.com/message/176138#176138…
Multiple File Formats
Is there a way to add a decal to an assembly? Source: https://forum.solidworks.com/message/176121#176121…
FloWorks Hardware
Can anyone recommend a good workstation to run FlowWorks on? Source: https://forum.solidworks.com/message/174735#174735…
DS SolidWorks Unveils SolidWorks 2011
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Next CIMdata PLM Program to Take Place in Orange County
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New Series of Events for Chinese PLM Users
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Positive and Negative for Workstation Market
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Plans for New Expanded Lightweight 3D PDF Tool Announced
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CFDesign 2011 Features Remote Solving
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Better Customizable Prosthetics Thanks to Objet
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Measurement Supply Becomes Extensible CAD Reseller
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Dental Equipment Maker Adopts Z Corp for Dental Surgery
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3D Mice Now Compatible with Google SketchUp
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Verisurf Launches New GD&T Inspection Software
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New Batch Translator from CCE Includes New Features
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Windcad in France Joins Aras Partner Program
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BMW Leverages PowerInspect for Faster Measuring
Delcam’s PowerINSPECT is being used to inspect …

Geometric to Introduce CAMWorks 2011 at IMTS
CAMWorks 2011 includes improved knowledge-based machining information, …

JETCAM to showcase CrossTrack at Fabtech International
JETCAM CrossTrackTM provides complete end to end …

Quickparts Launches New CNC Service
The new CNC machining service, QuickCutCNC, is …

FISHER/UNITECH Makes List of Fastest Growing Companies
This is the third consecutive year FISHER/UNITECH …

Final Beta Test for SolidWorks 2011 is Live
According to FISHER UNITECH it's the last …

New Features for SolidWorks Certification Exams Released
SolidWorks has released an updated version of …

EOS to Participate in Emerging Technology Center at IMTS
This year EOS will join a select …

ANSYS Ranked on FORTUNE 100 Fastest-Growing Companies List
This is the second consecutive year that …

Delcam Sales Partners Celebrate Success in China
Delcam’s network of Sales Partners met in …