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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.
SolidXperts is First Reseller in Canada for InspectionXpert
Press Release Issued By SolidXperts
Extensible CAD Technologies announced SolidXperts is the first in Canada to join the Reseller Program for InspectionXpert and Office2PDM.
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.
Template Wizard Offers Design Shortcuts

The SolidWorks Legion blog discusses the pros and cons of 3D Dawn Consulting's Template Wizard 2010
Latest Version of BlueCielo Meridian Enterprise Released
Press Release Issued by PRWeb
BlueCielo Meridian Enterprise features Asset Information Management, Microsoft SharePoint integration and support for latest CAD software versions.
Get a First Look at “Project Krypton” from Autodesk Labs

Autodesk recently released a new technology preview of Project Krypton, designed to aid Inventor users in plastic part design.
Delcam to Participate in “factories of the future” Project
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will be one of the participants in a new €5.2m project to help develop the factories of the future.
You Did Not Miss Mentor at DAC! Web Seminars Plus Q and A!
Announcement by Mentor Graphics
Mentor @ DAC is extended with Mentor’s actual DAC suite sessions, now online with live Q&A, from the original DAC presenters.
New Video Highlights Benefits of Delcam PowerMILL 2010
Press Release Issued by Delcam
PowerMILL 2010 includes more than 50 major enhancements to give faster and easier programming, more efficient toolpaths and better surface quality.
Research and Development Drives Composite Innovation
Press Release Issued By Dassault Systèmes Solutions
Dassault Systèmes announced that Research and Development Establishment has selected Abaqus FEA software to meet its virtual testing requirements.
i GET IT SolidWorks Course Updates Comprehensive, Ongoing
Press Release Issued By Tata Technologies
i GET IT announced the availability of ongoing new course offerings, course updates and functional enhancements for SolidWorks users.
Weber Group Cuts Production Times in Half
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Weber Group invested in a DMS five-axis CNC router, programmed with Delcam’s PowerMILL CAM system.
IMTS Attendees Get First Look at Mastercam X5
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
Mastercam X5 introduces significant new capabilities, including new dynamic milling techniques, multiaxis machining, Smart Hybrid Finishing and more.
US Air Force Research Lab Deploys OPTIS Software
Press Release Issued by OPTIS
Optis announced the US AFRL has adopted their unique light and color simulation software OptisWorks to simulate laser protection eyewear.
Stork Food & Dairy Systems Launches a Solution from Tacton
Press Release Issued By Tacton
Tacton Systems announced today Post en Dekker has implemented a Tacton Configurator Solution at Stork Food & Dairy Systems B.V.
Lattice Technology Releases XVL System Toolkit ver. 3.1
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
The new release features more automation of 3D DMU, visualization and technical documentation tools.
Move up to PLM Express for SolidWorks (PES) by Enovia
Announcement By Adaptive Corporation
Adaptive has announced a webinar focusing on how SolidWorks users can take advantage of ENOVIA.
Delcam’s PartMaker Makes Aerospace Company More Productive
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Nathan Esslinger from C&A Tool claims that PartMaker has cut his programming times in half.
Dassault Systèmes Acquires Exalead
Press Release Issued By Dassault Systèmes
Dassault Systèmes announced that Dassault Systèmes acquired the French company Exalead for about €135 million.
Delcam Releases New Dental CADCAM Versions
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has released new versions of its DentCAD and DentMILL software for the design and manufacture of dental restorations.
Delcam to Launch New Feature-based CAM at IMTS
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will launch the 2011 version of its FeatureCAM feature-based CAM system at the IMTS exhibition to be held in Chicago from September 13th to 17th .
Tacton Systems Enters Agreement wiht Alfa Laval
Press Release Issued by Tacton Systems
A Tacton Configurator solution will be used to replace Alfa Laval´s current sales configuration software.
SolidProfessor Releases DriveWorksXpress Course
Press Release Issued By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor, a SolidWorks Certified Solution Partner announced the release of its DriveWorksXpress Course.
Delcam Releases CopyCAD with Parasolid
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has released the 2010 version of its CopyCAD reverse engineering software, the first to incorporate Parasolid software.
Suppliers Join Forces to Boost CAD Engineers’ Productivity
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
RS Components launched a comprehensive library of certified 3D and 2D CAD models of electromechanical components.
Delcam to Promote Solutions to Aerospace Industry
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will promote its CAM software and services for the aerospace industry at the Farnborough Air Show in July.
NEi Software to Debut NEi Nastran V10 at SAMPE
Press Release Issued by NEi
NEi Software will also present a new white paper entitled "Simulating Fiber Metal Laminates" at SAMPE 2010 in Seattle, WA, on May 20.
New Tip from Inspirtech

A new tip from Inspirtech helps users take advantage of the finite element analysis tools in SolidWorks.
NC Market Report Reveals Delcam has Top Earnings
Press Release Issued by Delcam
According to the CIMdata report Delcam also has the largest development team in the industry, with 165 people working on the company’s CAM software.
New Partnerships Help Improve Product Development
Press Release Issued By SIMULIA
Sim3 Engineering Consulting announced it has partnered with Dassault Systèmes to provide the leading simulation software package from SIMULIA.
Latest PowerINSPECT Inspection Software to Debut Next Month
Press Release Issued by Delcam
The 2010 R2 version of Delcam’s PowerINSPECT inspection software will make its North American debut on stand 5322 at the EASTEC exhibition.
Delcam’s PowerMILL Boosts Productivity
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Delcam has announced the launch of a 64-bit version of PowerMILL.
Delcam Achieves Queen’s Award
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has been presented with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category
Delcam Previews PowerMILL 2010 on webex
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam and its network of resellers are holding a series of webinars and user meetings to launch the new release of its PowerMILL CAM system.
Delcam to Show Feature-based CAM at MACH
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Delcam will demonstrate the 2010 version of its FeatureCAM on stand 4010 at the MACH exhibition.
T-Systems Signs Agreement for Tacton Configurator
Press Release Issued by Tacton Systems
Tacton Configurator enhances the E‑Commerce Solution so that companies can sell over the web, from simple products to the most complex products.
CCE Libraries to Generate 3D PDF Files from Native CAD Data
Press Release Issued by CCE
CCE announces the release of ODX/3DPDF, C++ API to generate 3D PDF files from native CAD data, independent of Adobe software.
Geometric Introduces CAMWorks® 2010
Press Release Issued by Geometric
This new release focuses on further strengthening the already robust machining capabilities in Turning and Multi-axis milling.
ITI Releases Proficiency Collaboration Gateway Version 8.2
Press Release Issued by ITI TranscenData
The feature based CAD translation software now includes Drawing to PMI Technology and other support enhancements for CATIA, NX and Pro/E.
ITI Releases Proficiency Collaboration Gateway Version 8.2
Press Release Issued by ITI TranscenData
The feature based CAD translation software now includes Drawing to PMI Technology and other support enhancements for CATIA, NX and Pro/E.
Version 3.0 of LGS 3D Geometric Constraint Solver Available
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
LGS 3D v.3.0 takes a major step towards full-scale variational direct modeling.
PowerMILL Helped Speed Manufacture of Dies for Kobe Aluminum
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Kobe Aluminum Automotive Products (KAAP) has reduced machining times and reduced hand finishing by switching to Delcam’s PowerMILL CAM system.
Delcam to Participate in High-value Manufacturing Project
Press Release Issued By Delcam
RTT Announced a Technology Licensing Agreement
Press Release Issued by mental images
mental images’s 3D visualization technologies to be integrated into RTT’s software for product design and marketing professionals.
Delcam to Launch New CopyCAD
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Delcam will launch the 2010 version of its CopyCAD reverse engineering software.
Delcam’s PowerMILL Gives Shop-Floor Success
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Delcam’s PowerMILL CAM software has helped Young Shin Corporation to increase its machining efficiency and product quality.
eCatalog Conference 2010
Press Release Issued By TraceParts
In 2010 TraceParts together with its partners KiM, crossbase and Plan Software, has once again staged the eCatalog Conference in St. Wendel, Germany.
FISHER/UNITECH One of “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch”
Press Release Issued By FISHER/UNITECH
FISHER/UNITECH has been recognized as one of the 2010 “Michigan 50 Companies to Watch.”
DATAKIT Participates in LOTAR
Press Release Issued By DATAKIT
DATAKIT is involved in an initiative to propose a new evolution of STEP.
Delcam to Show Integrated CAM for SolidWorks at EASTEC
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Manufacturing companies in the Eastern US will have their first chance to see Delcam’s integrated CAM system for SolidWorks at the EASTEC exhibition.
CAPINC Joins InspectionXpert and Office2PDM Reseller Program
Press Release Issued By Computer-Aided Products
Extensible CAD Technologies announced CAPINC has joined the InspectionXpert and Office2PDM Reseller Program.
Concept Components Chose to Implement Mastercam
Press Release Issued by Cimquest
See how one company chose a CAM package, and worked out a plan with the dealer that would make the transition as clean and painless as possible.
Delcam to Launch New Tooling Design Software at Amerimold
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will launch the 2010 release of its Delcam Toolmaker tooling design software, which incorporates a new solid modelling kernel.
Geometric to Demonstrate CAMWorks® 2010 at WESTEC®
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
Geometric will showcase CAMWorks at WESTEC 2010 in Los Angeles, California from March 23 - 25, 2010.
3DVision Approved by Kentucky Board for Education
Press Release Issued By 3DVision
3DVision Technologies announced their approval by the Kentucky State Board of Proprietary Education for SolidWorks 3D CAD Software Training.
New Version of Tools Released by AMC Bridge
Press Release Issued by AMC Bridge
AMC Bridge LLC released new version of tools in its suite of free SolidWorks add-ins, which is now certified to work with SolidWorks 2010.
Successful Conference for AMC Bridge
Press Release Issued by AMC Bridge
The latest SolidWorks World 2010, which took place on January 31 - February 3, was the most successful conference to date.
Lattice Technology Releases Lattice3D Reporter Ver. 3.1
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
The latest version of the Lattice3D Reporter application embeds 3D, BOM and related data in Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Pratt & Miller Used ANSYS in Re-design of Race Car Part
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Pratt & Miller used a combination of software from ANSYS and its partner Safe Technology Limited to redesign a cracked brake pedal face.
Geometric to Demonstrate CAMWorks 2010 and DFMPro
Press Release Issued by Geometric
Geometric will attend DieMould India 2010 to be held at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon in Mumbai, India from March 18-21, 2010.
Release of Adept 8.2 Announced
Press Release Issued by Synergis Software
New version of Adept focused on ease of administration, security, and Windows 7 support.


NEi Software Meets Market Demand with NEi Fusion 2.1
Press Release Issued By NEi
NEi Software Nastran FEA software, announced the release of NEi Fusion 2.1,
Ensuite Now Supports 2010 CAD Applications
Press Release Issued by CCE
EnSuite supports the latest versions of Unigraphics NX, Pro/E Wildfire, and SolidWorks CAD formats.
GT Metal Recoups CADCAM Spend in Just Two Months
Press Release Issued By JETCAM
GT Metal adopts JetCAM.
Symmetry Solutions #1 for SolidWorks Subscription Service
Press Release Issued By Symmetry Solutions Inc.
Symmetry Solutions announced that Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp. has recognized it as the Top VAR in North America for Subscription Service.
International Gathering to Discuss Advances in Simulation
Press Release Issued By SIMULIA
Dassault Systèmes announced that keynote addresses from ExxonMobil Upstream Research Company and Tetra Pak will highlight the SCC.
Elecworks' Certification as SolidWorks Gold Product
Press Release Issued by Trace Software International
Trace Software International announced that elecworks has achieved Certified Gold Partner status with DS SolidWorks Corporation.
Geometric to Display Automation Intelligence at METAV 2010
Press Release Issued By Geometric Technologies
Geometric Technologies showcases the latest releases of CAMWorks and DFMPro at METAV 2010.
AMV Steelworks 2010 at SolidWorks World 2010
Press Release Issued By AMV
AMV announced it will demonstrate AMV STEELWORKS 2010 at the SolidWorks World 2010 Conference.
Lattice Technology Releases Updated Converter Products
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Support for 3D CAD data now includes Autodesk Inventor 2010 and Wildfire 5 64-bit Platforms.
Geometric’s DFMPro Recognized as a Top Innovation
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
Innovations is an annual event conducted by the Pune Chapter of IIT Bombay Alumni Association to recognize novel ideas in science and technology.
keytech PLM Showcases keytech V12
Press Release Issued by keytech PLM
As a Certified Gold Product, keytech PLM runs inside the SolidWorks window and streamlines the engineers’ access to their most current design data.
Delcam Launches Integrated CAM for SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by Delcam
The initial version of Delcam for SolidWorks includes the company’s industry-leading technology for drilling and two- through five-axis milling.
Quickparts Celebrates 10 Years
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts was the very first company to offer the online instant quoting and procurement of custom manufactured parts.
Next Step in 3D Navigation for SolidWorks Users Announced
Press Release Issued by 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion announced new 3D mouse capabilities for SolidWorks.
PhotoView 360 and modo 401 Open New Doors
Press Release Issued by Luxology
Designers are achieving photorealistic imaging with Solidworks 2010, Solidworks PhotoView 360 and Luxology's modo software.
Geometric Releases Version 2.1 of DFMPro for Pro/E and SW
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
DFMPro is an automated DFM review tool facilitating upstream manufacturability validation and identification of areas in design.
Aras is Compatible with Windows 7
Press Release Issued by Aras
Aras Innovator suite is the first enterprise PLM offering that is fully compatible with Microsoft Windows 7.
NEi Works 2.1 at Unveiled SolidWorks at World 2010
Press Release Issued by NEi
NEi Softwarewill unveil the next generation of NEi Works at SolidWorks World 2010 in Anaheim, CA.
TraceParts 3D Catalogs to be Presented at SolidWorks World
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
The first 3DContentCentral® content partner demonstrates its 10-year commitment to the SolidWorks community.
CNC Software to Unveil Mastercam® X4 at SolidWorks World
Press Release Issued By CNC Software
SolidWorks users can now program their parts directly within SolidWorks using Mastercam’s industry-leading toolpaths and machining strategies.
CCE Releases New Version of Oceans SDK
Press Release Issued by CCE
Oceans SDK, CCE’s software development toolkit, enables Multi CAD data access for enterprise applications like ERP, MRP and PLM systems.
Quickparts’ Dr. Yu Dang Co-Authors New Book
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Dr. Yu Dang has released a university textbook titled Applied Integer Programming: Modeling and Solution.
Delcam Adds CMTS Videos to Delcam.TV
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has added videos from the recent CMTS exhibition held in Toronto, Canada, to its unique online TV channel, Delcam.TV.
Phoenix Mission Accomplished with ANSYS
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Engineering simulation software from ANSYS used to help calibrate meteorological instruments on phoenix mars lander.
ANSYS Releases HFSS 12.1 with IE Solver Option
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
The product introduces a new integral equation (IE) electromagnetic solver option, which is based on 3-D full-wave method of moments (MoM).
Geometric to Unveil New Releases at SolidWorks World 2010
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
Both CAMWorks and DFMPro are seamlessly integrated within the SolidWorks® platform, enabling intelligence and automation in design.
JETCAM Signs New Distributors for Syria and Lebanon
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
JETCAM International announced two new distributors for its range of CAM, nesting and automation products in Lebanon and Syria.
AMV Presents AMV STEELWORKS
Press Release Issued by AMV
AMV STEELWORKS™ is a Building Information Modelling (BIM) tool intended for metallic carpentry hosted by the SolidWorks platform.
Mastercam Announces Competition
Press Release Issued by CNC Software
The 2010 Innovator of the Futurecompetition provides instructors with a motivational tool to excite students about learning CAD/CAM.
Now Available: Mastercam X4 for SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by CNC Software
SolidWorks users can now program their parts directly within SolidWorks using Mastercam’s toolpaths and machining strategies.
Delcam to Show Solid Doctor at SolidWorks World
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will demo Solid Doctor data repair software at the SolidWorks World 2010 exhibition January 31st to 3rd February.
Delcam Releases PartMaker 2010
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
One major highlight of this release includes the ability to perform five-axis simultaneous milling on multi-axis lathes.
Delcam.tv Features Videos of EMO Highlights
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has added videos from the recent EMO exhibition held in Milan to its unique online TV channel.
Delcam Launches Solid Doctor for CAD Data Repair
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
The Solid Doctor is a major step towards true interoperability with many popular CAD systems.
SYCODE Releases CATIA File Import Add-Ins for SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by SYCODE
SYCODE has released CATIA V4 and V5 file import add-ins for SolidWorks.
MIC Group Selects InspectionXpert
Press Release Issued by Extensible CAD Technologies
MIC Group chose InspectionXpert for automating First Article inspection documentation in their quality manufacturing process.
LEDAS Announces Updated 2D Geometric Constraint Solver
Press Release Issued by LEDAS
LEDAS announced version 3.0 of its LGS 2D geometric constraint solver.
Studio Lighting Capabilities for Deep Exploration Authoring
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere and Lightmap will host a free Webinar to show what it can do and how straight-forward it is to apply to models and scenes.
Quickparts Updates ISO Certification
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
ISO 9001 is an internationally recognized quality management standard maintained by the International Organization for Standardization.
Geometric Releases NestLib® 2009 R3
Press Release Issued by Geometric
The new version includes improvements in algorithms for material utilization for sheet metal punching.
Delcam Launches New PowerINSPECT
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has launched the 2010 version of its PowerINSPECT inspection software.
Delcam’s New FeatureCAM 2010 on Video
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has created a special section of its Delcam.TV online TV channel covering enhancements in the 2010 version of its FeatureCAM.
SYCODE Releases Six Neutral CAD File Plug-ins for AutoCAD
Press Release Issued by SYCODE
SYCODE has released six neutral CAD file format data exchange plug-ins for AutoCAD.
ANSYS Releases Ansoft Designer
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
A high-performance computing (HPC) capability has been added that allows engineers to analyze process variations.
Texmo Industries Standardizes Pumps and Motors
Press Release Issued by EGS Computers
Texmo Industries has invested in SolidWorks for their Design and Development of Motors and Pumps.
Delcam Adds Parasolid Kernel
Press Release Issued by Delcam
The new version will offer benefits both to designers that undertake conceptual design with PowerSHAPE and to toolmakers that use the software.
Science Channel Turns Sci-Fi Into Sci-Fact
Press Release Issued by Cimquest
Science Channel teams with author and theoretical physicist Dr. Michio Kaku to explore how science fiction can become ways of life.
CAMWorks® Accelerates Machining Operations at Roush
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
Roush Industries has further optimized its machine tool operations using CAMWorks® 2009, an intuitive solid-based CAM solution.
Design a Christmas Tree with 3D Software and Win
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
TraceParts has announced the launch of its third Christmas Tree Model Contest, taking place until December 18, 2009.
LEDAS Improves Parametric Design in SketchUp
Press Release Issued by LEDAS
The Driving Dimensions product line from LEDAS is aimed at making advanced MCAD technology available at an affordable price.
New Webinar Sponsored by Sigmetrix
Announcement by ConnectPress and Sigmetrix
This technical presentation will demonstrate the successful application of simulation techniques in the Chrysler PowerTrain division.
Mastercam X4 Lathe is Here with a New Suite of CAD/CAM Tools
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
From roughing and finishing to easy grooving and threading, Mastercam Lathe has been designed to reduce programmer interaction.
Ferrari Optimizes Thermal Comfort Using ANSYS
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Ferrari uses software from ANSYS to optimize automobile design and performance.
Geometric to Demonstrate at EuroMold 2009
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
Geometric will demonstrate its CAD/CAM products, including CAMWorks®, in Booth # E130, Hall 8 at EuroMold 2009.
Record Swim Attempt Between Germany And Denmark
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
This is the third German in history to successfully swim across the Strait of Gibraltar.
InspectionXpert Now Supports SolidWorks 2010
Press Release Issued by Extensible CAD Technologies
New capabilities result in dramatically increased efficiency in the quality inspection process and dramatically decreased project lead times.
CAMWorks® Doubles Productivity at CP Pistons
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
Company has doubled its productivity and improved consistency in products using CAMWorks®, an intuitive solids-based CAM solution from Geometric Limited.
ANSYS Named To Software Top 100
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
ANSYS is named to the Software Top 100™, the leading and independent online overview of the world’s largest software companies.
ANSYS Releases Engineering Knowledge Manager 2.0
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Using ANSYS EKM technology, companies can more effectively leverage the full power of simulation.
CCE adds JT Support to its CAD Libraries
Press Release Issued by CCE
This means immediate availability of ODX/JT – CAD Libraries for reading and writing native JT format files without licensing JTOpen.
Right Hemisphere and Mecanica Enter Partnership
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
The full suite includes Project Management, Document Management, Business Process Management and Product Data Management modules.
New Finish Options for Rapid Prototyping
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
New finish options are available for use in the Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) Rapid Prototyping process.
Delcam to Launch Integrated CAM at SolidWorks World
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
Delcam will launch its integrated CAM system for SolidWorks at SolidWorks World 2010.
Right Hemisphere Selects Right Connect
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Right Connect will recruit new computer-aided design (CAD) software resellers in the Asia-Pacific region in addition to managing resellers.
ANSYS, Inc. Announces Addition to Senior Management Team
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Joshua Fredberg has joined the ANSYS senior management team as the vice president of marketing.
ANSYS Releases Ansoft Academic Product Bundle
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
The portfolio is designed for research specifically about radio frequency, microwave, signal integrity and electromechanical systems engineering.
Forming Technologies Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Press Release Issued by Forming Technologies Inc.
Since 1989, FTI has provided OEMs and suppliers in the automotive, aerospace, and appliance industries with innovative software and training solutions.
OMAX Sees 3 month ROI Using JETCAM
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
A single license of JETCAM Expert with High Performance Nesting was installed and configured to drive two OMAX 2652 waterjets.
NEi Introduces Explicit Dynamics Program
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
NEi Explicit solves nonlinear impact problems that involve large deformations with complex contact and motion.
Tridaq Hosted What 's New in SolidWorks 2010 Event
Press Release Issued by Tridaq, Inc.
The event began with a presentation from Keynote Speaker, founder of SolidWorks Corporation, Jon Hirschtick.
New Mastercam X4Toolpath Refinement
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
Introducing 3D surface toolpath refinement, a new technique that delivers a much finer finish on complex parts.
Lattice Launches Manufacturing Productivity Webinar Series
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Free webinars allow engineers and designers to understand how Lattice's solutions deliver productivity and profitability for manufacturing.
Delcam Adds to PowerINSPECT
Press Release Issued by Delcam
PowerINSPECT PartAligner can be used with portable inspection equipment to simplify set-up operations for machine tools.
ANSYS Software Used to Verify Design of Wimbledon Roof
Press Release Issued By ASCENT
ANSYS was used to verify parts of the design of the new retractable roof over Centre Court at Wimbledon, one of the most famous tennis venues.
SmartCAM® V16.5. Version 16.5
Press Release Issued by SmartCAMcnc
SmartCAMcnc has announced SmartCAM® V16.5. Version 16.5 delivers new features, enhancements and capabilities.
SAVIAC gets NEi Participation
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
NEi Software will participate in the 80th Shock and Vibration Symposium sponsored by the Shock and Vibration Information Analysis Center (SAVIAC).
Delcam to Launch PowerSHAPE CAD
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
This new version will be the most significant development in Delcam’s design software since it was first released some ten years ago.
Edgecam 2010 R1 – Unrivalled Efficiency
Press Release Issued by Planit
2010 R1 provides increased efficiency through enhancements to its comprehensive machining cycles.
Tridaq Opens in Denver, Colorado
Press Release Issued by Tridaq, Inc.
Tridaq has scheduled SolidWorks seminars and Hands-on Test drives around north, south and central Denver, CO.
ANSYS Named to Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
ANSYS is recognized as one of the fastest growing technology, telecommunications, life sciences and clean technology companies in North America.
Logopress Corporation Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Press Release Issued by Logopress
The developers of Logopress3 Die Design software will celebrate their 20th anniversary, since they were founded in October, 1989.
NEi Software Partners with MAESTRO
Press Release Issued by NEI Software
Customers can expect more efficient designs and analyses of their structural design, significantly reducing development time costs.
First Public Demo of 3D-Enabled EMC Documentum Software
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
The demonstration will occur Wednesday, October 21st at 9:00 a.m. PDT in an online Webinar held by EMC Corporation.
DCS Announces the Release of 3DCS
Press Release Issued by DCS
3DCS Analyst Stand Alone version 7.0.0.0 for Multi CAD on both Windows XP 32-bit and 64-bit platforms is now available.
Mastercam X4 Wire Released
Press Release Issued by CNC Software
Mastercam Wire has been designed to reduce programmer interaction and increase machining flexibility.
NEi Software and Firehole Technologies Partner Up
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
A goal of the partnership is to leverage Firehole's multiscale composites analysis technology, Helius:MCT, for users of the NEi Nastran FEA package.
Solid Professor Celebrates Partnership with Geometric
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
Solid Professor has been a training partner for Geometric's leading product, CAMWorks® for four years.
VSE Tunes Up Flowmeters Virtually With ANSYS
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
German flowmeter manufacturer VSE Volumentechnik GmbH uses tools from ANSYS to improve the performance of its industrial flowmeters.
SolidWorks Users Can Now Implement KBMax
Press Release Issued by Citius Corporation
Citius Corporation announced that its KBMax configurator supports SolidWorks® 2010 3D CAD software.
ANSYS Software Used for Formula Motorsports Engine
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
University of Waterloo Formula Motorsports team leveraged software from ANSYS in developing the air intake restrictor for the race car engine.
Right Hemisphere Wins Top Honors Award
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
The company won the 2009 Excellence in Enterprise Integration Award from the Association for Enterprise Information (AFEI).
Mueller Die Cut Solutions Reduces Maching Costs with JETCAM
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
When looking for a system Mueller Die Cut Solutions found that JETCAM produced nests that were 4 percent better than the nearest competitor.
SolidProfessor Releases Update Training 2010 for SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by SolidProfessor
The SolidWorks Solution Partner unveils its 2010 Series of on-demand SolidWorks content beginning with Update Training 2010.
FISHER/UNITECH Named Michigan Proprietary School
Press Release Issued by FISHER/UNITECH
This new status will allow the company to provide 3D mechanical design software and training to displaced engineers and other eligible workers.
mental images Unveils iray Rendering Solution
Press Release Issued by mental images
mental images introduces iray® - a fully GPU accelerated, turn-key rendering solution for a wide range of 3D graphics application developers.
Delcam Announces More than 35 Partner Stands at EMO
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
Delcam will be working with more manufacturing partners than any other software supplier at the EMO exhibition.
New - Driveworks Solo
Press Release Issued by DriveWorks
DriveWorksXpress is in every seat of SolidWorks and provides a great introduction to Design Automation for engineers.
ANSYS Announces HPC Products
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
ANSYS HPC is a solution set for customers to obtain enhanced insight and productivity through expanded use of high-performance computing (HPC).
Edgecam Efficiency Workshop
Press Release Issued by M2 Technologies and Planit
During the seminar M2 and Planit will address best practices, streamlining tasks, software configuration, tips and tricks and much more.
NEi Software to Demonstrate Simulation
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
NEi Software (NEi) will demonstrate simulation of impact damage at the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering Conference.
Quickparts.com CEO Presents on Online Manufacturing
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts.com has that President and CEO Dr. Ronald L. Hollis presented “The Power of Online Manufacturing” at the National Manufacturing Show.
Deep Exploration™ 6 Software is Now Shipping
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Introduced in June, the new version includes a highly configurable workflow-oriented user interface (UI).
Geometric to Display CAMWorks at South-Tec 2009
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
CAMWorks 2009 has over 100 user driven features and enhancements, to enable users to program parts faster and more easily.
Lattice Technology Announces r.a.p.s. as a New Reseller
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Lattice announced that it has signed up r.a.p.s, a provider of software and services to manufacturers across Sweden, as a reseller.
ANSYS Releases HFSS 12.0
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Software simulates and validates the behavior of complex high-performance radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter-wave devices.
Lattice Technology Announces Lattice3D Dataway
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Lattice3D Dataway seamlessly delivers multiple 3D CAD data files, on demand, directly into Lattice Technology’s powerful XVL applications.
FISHER/UNITECH Announces Virtual Job Fair for Engineers
Press Release Issued by FISHER/UNITECH
The virtual job fair can be accessed at http://funtech.veplatform.com and will be online through November 30th, 2009.
Unlimited Access to Millions of 3D Native T-Flex Models
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
T-Flex users now have direct online access to the extensive models of the purchased and standard parts from leading manufacturers.
Javelin Technologies Celebrates SolidWorks 2010 Launch
Press Release Issued by Javelin Technologies
Javelin Technologies will unveil the latest release of SolidWorks plus new partner products and related hardware at a big screen near you.
Delcam’s PartMaker and DMG Gital Partner
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
A strategic partnership will enhance the productivity of programming Gital’s line up of multi-axis turn-mill centres and Swiss-type lathes.
ANSYS Harnesses The Power Of Ocean Waves
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Green Ocean Energy identified the advanced engineering simulation tools from ANSYS as a critical element in getting the product to market.
Quickparts Adds Same Day Shipping
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts has announced the official launch of the new “Same Day Shipping” option for stereolithography (SLA) parts.
Dynamic Machining in Mastercam X4
Press Release Issued by CNC Software
Mastercam X4, offers expanded machining flexibility, an increase in speed and automation and a suite of new toolpaths.
Delcam Maintains Development Investment Despite Downturn
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
This strategy is in marked contrast with some other suppliers in the CAM market.
Citius Corporation Releases KBMAX Configurator
Press Release Issued by Citius Corporation
Citius engineers combined KBE and configurator programming to create a new software class they call a Knowledge Based Configurator.
New Immersed Boundary Module for Rapid Design Evaluation
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
Jointly developed with Cascade Technologies Inc., the module is designed to reduce the amount of time needed for fluid flow simulations.
XVL Web Master Version 8.1 Released
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
XVL Web Master takes 3D design data and publishes it into HTML format for immediate use on an internet or intranet.
Computer Aided Technology, Inc., Named to Top List
Press Release Issued by Computer Aided Technology
Computer Aided Technology, Inc, has a second annual ranking on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the United States.
GXSC Announces SolidWorks 2010 Midwest Premiere Events
Press Release Issued by GXSC
These unique events highlight the latest release of the popular engineering 3D CAD (computer-aided design) software, SolidWorks 2010.
ANSYS Ranked #33 on Fast List
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
ANSYS is ranked number 33 overall, the only engineering simulation provider and the only Pennsylvania-based company to make the list.
JETCAM to Showcase Latest Software at Fabtech 2009
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
JETCAM will showcase the latest release of its Expert CADCAM and nesting software alongside its new material management and application server.
Improvements In Cement Manufacturing
Press Release Issued by ANSYS
ANSYS software helps aixprocess explore process improvements that will make cement manufacturing more profitable and more environmentally responsible.
Delcam’s PowerSHAPE Cuts Design Times by 80 Percent
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Adopting computer-aided design with Delcam’s PowerSHAPE software has allowed Trike Ícaros to reduce design times by up to 80 percent.
LEDAS Supports Research on Future CAD at Purdue University
Press Release Issued by LEDAS
The research has resulted in the creation of a prototype CAD system that allows users to draw as natural as possible just as one would draw on paper.
NEi Fusion 2.0 with Nastran Targets
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
The product is also of interest to FE analysts who like the option of a pre-post tool with a 3D CAD orientation and CAD/FEA model associativity.
Lattice Technology Releases Updated XVL System Toolkit
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
XVL System Toolkit delivers the tools to quickly and easily integrate automated processing of 3D CAD data into XVL.
STRIKER 2010 Sheet Metal Released
Press Release Issued by Striker Systems
STRIKER 2010 delivers numerous enhancements to existing features as well as introducing new technology.
Automate Training Processes with Omnify Software
Press Release Issued by Omnify Software
A key benefit of Omnify Empower PLM for medical device manufacturers is Omnify's training management functionality.
Simplorer Ultra Capacitor Components Library Now Available
Press Release Issued by ANSYS, Inc.
An ultra capacitor components library from Maxwell Technologies, Inc., an ANSYS customer, has been made available for use in Simplorer technology.
Contest Winner Designs Exceptional Motorcycle Gas Cap
Press Release Issued By CNC Software
Mastercam CAD/CAM software developer announces the winner of Innovator of the Future competition: Justin Amos, a Vincennes University, IN student.
Delcam Launches PowerMILL CAM System Version 10
Press Release Issued by Delcam Inc.
Delcam’s PowerMILL 10 offers even faster calculation times for large, complex parts.
Quickparts Assists in 2008 NASA Government Invention
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts completed the Mold Impression Laser Tool (MILT) project and took home the 2008 NASA Government Invention of the Year.
STRIKER 2010 Sheet Metal CAD/CAM & Nesting Software Released
Press Release Issued by Striker Systems
Striker Systems is pleased to announce the release of STRIKER 2010 Sheet Metal CAD/CAM & Nesting.
Lattice Technology Releases Lattice3D Reporter Version 3.0
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Version 3.0 of Lattice3D Reporter is a unique application for delivering interactive 3D data in Excel spreadsheets.
Delcam to Launch New FeatureCAM at EMO
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will launch the new version of its FeatureCAM feature-based machining software at the EMO exhibit to take place in Milan in October.
Aircelle Sees 50-Day ROI
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
In tests JETCAM outperformed the existing static nests by an average of 20%, so the decision was made to purchase JETCAM.
Delcam Launches Delcam.TV Online TV Channel
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam is believed to be the first CADCAM company to invest significantly in this new marketing medium.
Paradigm Shift for Integrated CAM for SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by MecSoft
MecSoft has announced the release of VisualMILL for SolidWorks, an affordable integrated CAM software solution for SolidWorks users.
Geometric Releases NestLib ® 2009 R2
Press Release by Geometric Limited
New Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) feature has been introduced for wood working industry.
LiveChat to Work Within SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by Tridaq, Inc.
This free applet is available for those who currently have SolidWorks subscription service through Tridaq.
Delcam to Show More Productive Machining Software
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will demonstrate the increases in productivity with its FeatureCAM feature-based machining software at the Offshore Europe exhibition.
Two New chapters — Lattice Lean Manufacturing Book Available
Press Release Issued By Lattice Technology
Improving Lean Manufacturing Through 3D Data, Authored by Lattice Technology’s Dr Hiroshi Toriya, Available Free as an Exclusive Downloadable E-book
Lattice Technology Signs as an Adobe Solution Partner
Press Release Issued By Lattice Technology
Lattice is integrating its applications with Acrobat 9 Pro Extended allowing 3D CAD data in PDF files for downstream processes.
Comparevidia Traces and Validates the Original CAD Model
Press Release Issued by Capvidia
New release CompareVidia helps customers identify and manage CAD model shape changes caused by the use of different CAD/CAM/CAE systems.
Comparevidia Traces and Validates the Original CAD Model
Press Release Issued by Capvidia
New release CompareVidia helps customers identify and manage CAD model shape changes caused by the use of different CAD/CAM/CAE systems.
Cybernet Systems Japan Acquires U.S. Software Developer
Press Rlease Issued by Sigmetrix
Major Japanese importer/ distributor of CAE software, Cybernet Systems Co., has announced that it has acquired Sigmetrix.
Datakit and Sycode Sign OEM agreement
Press Release Issued by Datakit and Sycode
Sycode will embed Datakit data exchange technology into its new and upcoming products.
Luxology Launches modo 401
Press Release Issued by Luxology
The evolution of Luxologly’s modo took another step with announcement of the immediate availability of modo 401.
Edgecam 2009 R2 Features Significant Enhancements
Press Release Issued by Planit
Featuring significant enhancements to all aspects of the product, R2 features time saving and safer machining features, according to Planit.
Geometric to Demonstrate Solutions for Medical Imaging
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
Geometric will showcase its innovative technology components aimed at reducing the time-to-market for 3D visualization-rich medical imaging solutions.
Delcam Issues Guide to Parallel Processing for CAM
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam, specialist supplier of CAM software, has issued a free guide to the use of computers with parallel processing technology in CNC programming.
Quickparts is the “Home Depot” for Custom Parts
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts will be offering both Plaster and Metal Casting to their already extensive product line portfolio.
Lattice Technology Releases XVL Player Version 10
Press Release by Lattice Technology
XVL Player is a freely available viewer that allows anyone with 3D XVL data to be able to quickly view, rotate and cross-section 3D geometry and more.
Lattice Technology Releases XVL Web Master Version 8.0
Press Release by Lattice Technology
XVL Web Master takes 3D XVL data and publishes it into HTML format for immediate use on an internet or intranet.
Clippard Launches 3D Product Catalog Powered by TraceParts
Press Release Issued By TraceParts
Clippard Instrument Laboratory, Inc is now using the TraceParts Internet service to provide a 3D online product catalog for engineers and designers.
Right Hemisphere Receives Top 2008 Supplier Award
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere has received a 2008 Supplier of the Year award from Gulfstream Aerospace — a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics.
Delcam Launches New Powerinspect Inspection Software
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam has launched a new version of its PowerINSPECT inspection software for checking the dimensions of parts, prototypes and tooling against CAD data.
Datakit Joins the LOTAR Work Group
Press Release Issued by Datakit
Datakit has been asked to work with the LOTAR group to extend the STEP norm for the needs of long-term CAD data archiving.
Mastercam Showcasing Major New Developments at AMMO 2009
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
Attendees will get the first look at Mastercam’s latest CAD/CAM software, Mastercam X4, as well as the new Mastercam® for SolidWorks® product.
Worldwide Release of elecworks™
Press Release Issued by Trace Software
elecworks™ is designed to cover the electrical and automation needs of the SolidWorks engineering offices.
Free Trial of Automated Design Review Software Tools
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Available for free trial, XVL Studio Pro, is the company’s product for turning 3D design data into 3D manufacturing data.
Lattice Technology Releases More Chapters of New Book
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
The book is targeted at manufacturing executives and educators who are building greater productivity and efficiencies into existing manufacturing processes.
Right Hemisphere Unveils Deep Exploration 6
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Deep Exploration 6 has evolved to become highly integrated into Right Hemisphere’s visual solutions and supporting technology infrastructure.
CNC Software Unveils Mastercam X4
Press Release Issued by CNC Software
Mastercam X4 offers expanded machining flexibility and an increased emphasis on speed and automation.
Delcam Expands Five-Axis Machining Capabilities
Press Release Issued by Delcam
The new machine will further extend the range of projects that can be undertaken on the site.
Delcam To Launch New Orthotics Software
Press Release Issued by Delcam
New functions have been added in response to requests from orthotics companies that are supporting the development of the system.
Quickpart Develops New Rapid Prototyping Material-ULTEM
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
ULTEM is described as a strong, high temperature, chemically resistant thermoplastic that can be used across many industries.
Lattice Technology Releases New Lean Manufacturing Book
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
The first two chapters are now available for download. The book focuses on new strategies to build greater productivity.
Geometric To Host First Reseller Meet In Europe
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
Geometric will host a five-day conference for CAMWorks® European VARs from May 18 to 22, 2009 in Krakow, Poland.
Delcam to Appoint Clive Martell as Managing Director
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Martell is currently Operations Director and responsible for the day-to-day management of the Group’s operations worldwide.
Delcam Offers Head to Toe CADCAM Solutions at Primary Care
Press Release Issued By Delcam
Delcam will show CADCAM solutions for the dental and orthotics industries at the Primary Care conference and exhibition at the NEC.
Graphic Systems Design Analysis & Consulting Div.
Press Release Issued by Graphics Systems
Graphics Systems Corporation has announced the launch of their design analysis and consulting division, Sim3 Engineering Consulting.
Javelin Technologies Sponsors Skills Canada Competition
Press Release Issued by Javelin Technologies
Javelin Technologies has announced their Bronze level sponsorship of the 15th Annual Skills Canada Competition.
Quickparts Offers New Material for Rapid Prototyping
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
There's a new black ABS-like stereolithography (SLA) material for use in Rapid Prototyping and RTV/Silicone master patterns.
Delcam to Preview New PowerINSPECT at Control
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will preview the forthcoming version of its PowerINSPECT inspection software at the Control exhibition.
Progressive Ply Failure Analysis Software Paper Presented
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
NEi Software will present a paper at the Society for the Advancement of Material and Process Engineering (SAMPE) Conference, May 18-22.
SofTech, Inc. Announces Educational PLM Web Series
Press Release Issued by SofTech
SofTech announced that it will kick off its three-part live PLM Web-based seminar series beginning on Wednesday, May 6, 2009.
New SmartCAM V16.0 Released
Press Release Issued by SmartCAMcnc
SmartCAM Version 16.0 delivers new enhancements to the SmartCAM suite of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) system software.
Tridaq Announces Partnership with Geometric
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
CAMWorks provides state-of-the-art machining capabilities seamlessly integrated into SolidWorks design software.
NEi Nastran Finite Element Analysis
Press Release Issued by NEi Software
NEi will be demonstrating new technology that reduces the man-hours and software costs for offshore petroleum simulations.
Engineering Stimulus Package Helps Unemployed Workers
Press Release Issued By Dassault Systèmes
CAPINC is offering additional value to unemployed individuals who desire to learn new career skills in 3D computer-aided design.
Geometric to Demonstrate CAMWorks 2009 at Hannover Messe
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
CAMWorks 2009 has over 100 new user-driven features and enhancements, to enable users to program parts faster.
Right Hemisphere Hosts Customer Leadership Summit
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
The Summit provides a forum for leading Right Hemisphere customers to contribute to the company’s vision, and product roadmap.
Quickparts Announces New Material: WaterShed XC 11122
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
WaterShed XC 11122 resin is a clear, water-resistant material that is already widely used in the medical device industry.
Variational Geometric Solver LGS Now Available for Mac
Press Release Issued by LEDAS
The development was driven by increasing customer demand for parametric modeling applications on Mac OS X.
Sign Makers See Clear Direction with JETCAM
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
Since upgrading to JETCAM Hawes Signs has seen a return on investment, 1/3rd reduction in scrap, 30 percent faster programming and more.
Extension to No Engineer Left Behind Retraining Program
Press Release Issued by FISHER/UNITECH
The program, launched in January 2009, is aimed at helping displaced engineers and designers re-enter the marketplace with a more competitive posture.
Dimensioned, Custom 2D Drawings New Download Option
By Peninsular Cylinder & PARTsolutions
Peninsular Cylinder announced a new custom 2D drawing download to its online cylinder configurator delivered in partnership with PARTsolutions.
Mastercam Showcasing Major New Developments at Eastec 2009
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
Eastec 2009 features the unveiling of two major developments in CNC Software’s Mastercam CAD/CAM software.
CD-adapco Licenses LEDAS Variational Geometric Solver LGS 2D
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
CD-adapco has licensed LEDAS variational geometric solver LGS 2D and intends to use it as an integrated geometry modeling tool.
LEDAS Celebrates its 10th Anniversary
Press Release by LEDAS
Portfolio includes computational software components for CAD developers and end-user plug-ins for popular CAD systems.
New Release of NEi Nastran V9.2
By NEI Software
The new NEi Nastran version incorporates over 85 customer driven enhancements.
Datakit Offers a New Option for Accessing CrossXpert
Press Release Issued by Datakit
Datakit offers a new option for accessing CrossXpert, its advanced technology for CAD data conversion.
Geometric to Launch CAMWorks 2009 at WESTEC
Press Release Issued by Geometric Technologies
Geometric Technologies will showcase the latest version of its solid-based CNC programming solution at WESTEC 2009 March 30 to April 2, 2009.
Sigmetrix Renews Platinum Sponsorship with ConnectPress
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Program Manager
Sigmetrix and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that Sigmetrix has renewed their Platinum Community sponsorship.
GFI Innovations and Graphics Systems Partner
Press Release Issued By Graphics Systems
GFI Innovations uses SolidWorks Simulation software, teamed with Graphics Systems, to solve product reliability issues, resulting in product quality.
White House Playground Set Designed in SolidWorks
By Mike Bailey, Marketing Manager for Alignex, Inc. (SolidWorks Reseller)
DS SolidWorks Corp. and Alignex Rainbow Play Systems design green friendly playground for first daughters Malia and Sasha Obama.
Delcam to Show Biggest and Best CAM Range at CIMT
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will demonstrate the broadest and most capable range of machining software at the CIMT exhibition to be held in Beijing from 6th to 11th April.
Tridaq and power2 Form Partnership
Press Release Issued by Tridaq, Inc.,
Tridaq and power2 have formed a partnership in bringing power2 products to the Midwest.
LEDAS Releases New Plug-in
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
EDAS released version 1.0 of its Driving Dimensions plug-in for Google SketchUp, a free 3D modeling software application.
Geometric Releases DFMPro Version 2.0 for SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
DFMPro Version 2.0 for SolidWorks has enhancements for sheet metal fabrication including assembly support and pre-programmed rules.
Sigmetrix Releases CETOL 6 Sigma Version 8.1.2
Press Release Issued by Sigmetrix
Sigmetrix' analysis and tolerance software integrates with CATIA, Pro/ENGINEER and SolidWorks CAD systems, for both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows XP.
Release 2.2 of LGS 2D Geometric Solver
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
Variational geometric solver LGS 2D is used by CAD/CAM/CAE software development companies to implement parametric capabilities.
Geometric Releases NestLib 2009 R1
Press Release Issued by Geometric Limited
NestLib is one of the most successful nesting technologies in the market.
Mastercam Adds Feature Based Machining
Press Release Issued by Mastercam in X3
FBM can automatically create the individual toolpaths needed to machine the selected features.
LGS 3D Geometric Solver Version 1.5
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
The robustness of LGS 3D has been proven by its integration into several industrial software packages.
CCE’s EnSuite Updated with Useful Features
Press Release Issued by CCE
EnSuite’s latest release provides access to Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) stored in annotated 3D models.
Sigmetrix’s CETOL 6 Sigma Helps Phillips Plastics
Press Release Issued by Sigmetrix
With CETOL 6, Phillips Plastics helps to ensure their customers a longer product life with fewer warranty issues – resulting in lower operating costs.
Quickparts Plays Valuable Role in 2009 Inauguration
Press Release Issued by Quickparts
Quickparts assisted NASA by creating custom parts for the Lunar Rover in the Presidential Inaugural Parade.
JETCAM ITALIA Srl Opens in Italy
Press Release Issued by JETCAM International
The move is in response to continued strong business in the region.
Objet Unexpectedly Featured at SolidWorks World 2009
Press Release Issued by CATI
The Objet Alaris30 got some unplanned attention Monday at SolidWorks World during Jeff Ray’s keynote presentation.
Symmetry Solutions Receives Prestigious Award
Press Release Issued by Symmetry Solutions
The award is given only to SolidWorks value-added resellers (VARs) who exceed the highest standards.
Outlook on the North American Automotive Industry
Press Release Issued by CPDA
Glenn Mercer, Automotive Consultant and Senior Director at IMVP will join the line-up of speakers at the CPDA annual PLM Road Map™ conference.
Mastercam’s High Speed Toolpaths Increase Efficiency
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
Mastercam’s new 2D High Speed Toolpaths can make your current processes more efficient and automated.
Computer Aided Technology Earns SolidWorks Awards
Press Release Issued by Computer Aided Technology
The top SolidWorks reseller in the North Central region, CATI, supports customers in multiple locations.
OPTIS Integrates 3D Textures into OptisWorks
Press Release Issued by OPTIS
3D Textures has been integrated into OptisWorks, the SolidWorks add-in version of OPTIS’s SPEOS software.
ZEMAX Relies On TransMagic for Precise CAD Data Repair
Press Release by TransMagic, Inc.
ZEMAX optical system design software utilizes TransMagic as its 3D mechanical CAD data repair and translation solution.
Okino Ships 2009 SolidWorks® Conversion System
Press Release Issued by Okino
Okino’s industry standard PolyTrans provides robust support for converting SolidWorks® 2009 CAD data.
Edgecam Showcasing at SolidWorks World 2009
Press Release Issued by Edgecam
Edgecam and SolidWorks together focus on improved machining process through enhanced CAM strategies.
HP Helps Small Businesses Survive and Thrive
Press Release Issued by HP
The zero percent 12-month promotion plan allows small businesses to invest in new technology while managing cash flow.
Synergis Software Unveils Major Upgrade
Press Release Issued by Synergis Software
New version of Adept features SolidWorks integration that makes it easier to perform document management operations.
SolidProfessor to Showcase at SolidWorks World 2009
Press Release Issued by SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor will showcase its line of 2009 content, including localized content released in German, French, Dutch and Spanish.
Blue Ridge Numerics Helps Engineers Solve Flow Problems
Press Release Issued by Blue Ridge Numerics
Companies can tap into upfront CFD and digital prototyping to solve their flow and thermal design challenges.
Texas Engineering Systems Named One of the Top 10
Press Release By Texas Engineering Systems
TES has been named as one of 10 resellers nationwide to sell Stratasys FDM Systems in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana and southern Mississippi.
Tacton Systems to Showcase TactonWorks 4.2 at SWW 2009
Press Release By Tacton Systems
Attendees to see demonstration of how they can automate design customization tasks interactively using TactonWorks and SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
Chris Vodanovich Joins Lattice Technology
Press Release Issued by Lattice Technology
Lattice Technology appoints Chris Vodanovich as national account manager for the Americas region.
Driving Dimensions for Google SketchUp Top Download
Press Release Issued by LEDAS Ltd.
More than 3,000 copies were downloaded in the first three months since the free public beta was made available.
GRAPHICS SYSTEMS Offers uPrint™ Personal 3D Printer for Unde
Press Release Issued by Graphics Systems
3D printing and prototyping allows users to print their 3D models for visualization, collaboration, form, fit, and functional testing.
FISHER/UNITECH Adds uPrint Personal 3D Printer
Press Release Issued by FISHER/UNITECH
The uPrint is the latest addition to the company’s offering of rapid technology products.
Capvidia to Showcase FormatWorks at SolidWorks World 2009
Press Release Issued by Capvidia
Capvidia will conduct product demonstrations and a special workshop for SolidWorks resellers.
Trace Software Launches elecworks
Press Release Issued by Trace Software
Trace Software, the maker of TraceParts, announced elecworks, designed to cover the electrical and automation needs of SolidWorks engineering offices.
A Wealth of News for Constructors
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
The TraceParts CAD library makes it possible for the users to access millions of 3D CAD models.
Central Profiles See Material and Labour Savings
Press Release Issued by JETCAM International
When JETCAM Orders Controller and High Performance nesting was demonstrated, it was clear major savings could be made.
Datakit Announces Price Cuts
Press Release Issued by Datakit
Datakit is launching aggressive pricing with substantial cuts of up to 30%.
uPrint Personal 3D Printer Now Available
Press Release Issued by Cimquest Inc.
The Dimension uPrint is a fully-functional desktop-sized 3D printer that has a 24 x 26 inch desktop footprint.
Simpoe-Mold 2009 and SimpoeWorks 2009 Released
Press Release Issued by SIMPOE
These new releases bring new functionality to plastic parts product designers, manufacturers and mold makers.
New FormatWorks 2009 Brings More to SolidWorks
Press Release Issued by Capvidia
PMI information can now be accessed for SolidWorks users working with imported native CAD data with FormatWorks 2009.
CCE Announces Opening of a New Office in United Kingdom
Press Release Issued by CCE
CCE’s highly successful model of outsourcing with a dedicated offshore team is supported by local management.
Forming Technologies Announces BlankWorks V 4.1
Press Release Issued by Forming Technologies
BlankWorks provides SolidWorks® software users with a fully integrated tool for developing optimal blank shapes for complex sheet metal designs.
FISHER/UNITECH Announces “No Engineer Left Behind”
Press Release Issued by FISHER/UNITECH
The SolidWorks 3D CAD software reseller plans to invest $250,000 in local manufacturing community in eight states.
Graphics Systems Introduces Dedicated PDM
Press Release Issued by Graphics Systems
By implementing PDM systems, teams can manage product data, automate workflows, and improve collaboration.
SolidWorks(TM) 2009 Update Training
Press Release Issued by SolidProfessor
The SolidProfessor videos are created in a fully localized SolidWorks interface.
SYCODE Launches Eight Data Exchange Plug-ins for Acrobat
Press Release Issued by SYCODE
The plug-ins being released today consist of two import plug-ins and six export plug-ins.
EnSuite Enables Seamless Product Knowledge Sharing
Press Release Issued by CCE
EnSuite eliminates the need of using expensive CAD systems or viewers and translators to access the product information.
Wide Range of New Datakit Releases for New Year
Press Release Issued by Datakit
Users of CATIA V5 and NX converters will welcome the latest developments from Datakit’s R&D team.
New Geomagic Studio 10x ships
Press Release Issued by Geomagic
The new version of Geomagic Studio software adds powerful new surface manipulation capabilities to its award-winning Fashion module.
Mastercam for SolidWorks on Display at SolidWorks World
Press Release Issued by Mastercam
SolidWorks users can now program their parts directly within SolidWorks using Mastercam’s industry-leading toolpaths and machining strategies.
InspectionXpert Shown At SolidWorks World 2009
Press Release Issued by Extensible CAD Technologies
Extensible CAD Technologies will be demonstrating InspectionXpert in booth 2 at the international user conference.
JETCAM Releases V16.06.00 of Its Expert CADCAM
Press Release Issued by JETCAM International
The latest version adds a raft of new features and connectivity benefiting customers from all ends of the manufacturing scale.
SYCODE Launches Thirty-Two SketchUp Data Exchange Plug-ins

SketchUp SKP data exchange plug-ins will change the way users of free Google SketchUp and Professional interact with users of other CAD software.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Parametric Systems Becomes VAR for DesignDataManager
Press Release Issued by Parametric Systems
Parametric Systems signs DesignDataManager Pakistan VAR agreement.
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.
2008 Running Snail Racing Team – Very Good Results
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
The Running Snail Racing Team of the Amberg-Weiden College sponsored by TraceParts has once again achieved numerous successes in the 2008 season.
TraceParts Announces Second Christmas Tree Design Contest
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
TraceParts, a digital engineering 3D content company, announces the launch of its second Christmas Tree Model Contest, deadline Dec. 19.
e4e to Demonstrate ALGOR V23 AT EuroMold 2008
Press Release Issued by ALGOR, Inc.
ALGOR, Inc announced e4e will demonstrate new ALGOR V23 software at the 15th annual EuroMold, December 3 - 6, 2008 in Frankfurt.
TraceParts 3D Catalog Brings FACOM a New Key to Productivity
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
After such a successful beginning, Facom will continue to develop its partnership with TraceParts in the future.
ALGOR Releases V23
Press Release Issued by ALGOR
ALGOR announced that its latest, FEA software release, ALGOR V23, significantly upgrades computer-aided engineering (CAE) tools.
Realize Inc. Goes With 3D Systems for 10-Year Anniversary
Press Release Issued by 3D Systems
Realize Inc. has purchased 3D Systems' iPro 9000 SLA Precision Center to increase its large-part manufacturing capabilities.
Right Hemisphere on the Advantages of Visual Manufacturing
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere Solutions Architect Gideon Paull will be speaking at the 11th annual Boeing Product Data Exchange Conference this week in Mesa, AZ.
DASI Solutions Partners with Visual Components
Press Release Issued by Visual Components
DASI Solutions teams with Visual Components to bring 3D simulation and plant visualization products to companies in Michigan and Northern Indiana.
CATI Acquires Manufacturing Solutions’ SolidWorks Division
Press Release Issued by CATI
CATI announced it has acquired the SolidWorks business of reseller QTE Manufacturing Solutions.
Delcam to Show New CAM Range at Metalex in Thailand
Press Release Issued by Delcam
Delcam will show new releases of their CAM software line at the Metalex exhibition to be held in Bangkok, Thailand, from 20th to 23rd November.
Taking Design Software to a New Level
By Delcam
Delcam plan to launch a new version of its CopyCAD reverse enginering software, offering tribrid modelling.
Geometric Appoints Rani Desai to Head Global HR
Press Release Issued by Geometric Ltd.
As the Global HR Head, Ms. Desai will be responsible for all core HR functions, recruitment, and capability development.
HP Unveils Thin Client and Blade Workstation
Press Release Issued by HP
HP introduces a high-performance thin client and blade workstation providing virtualization customers with a true workstation experience.
New Release! Datakit ROBCAD Translators
Press Release Issued by Datakit
Datakit announces that the latest release of its ROBCAD translators guarantees flawless data exchange.
SIMPOE to launch Free Edition e-SimpoeWorks 2008
Press Release Issued by SIMPOE
IMPOE announced the launching of e-SimpoeWorks, a free internet downloadable version of SIMPOE’s flagship plastic injection simulation software.
TraceParts Responds to Quality Requirements
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
Norelem's Damien Cardon-Dubois justifies the choice of TraceParts.
New COLLADA Model Import (beta) Capability
Press Release Issued by Okino Computer Graphics
Okino’s PolyTrans|CAD gives STK users the ability to evaluate the new COLLADA model import capability of AGI’s STK software.
Lino GmbH Receives Status of a TactonWorks Service Partner
Press Release Issued by Lino GmbH
TactonWorks represents the direct integration of Tacton Configurator into the professional SolidWorks 3D CAD system.
ALGOR Donates $2.2 Million In Software to Brazil's Senai
Press Release Issued by ALGOR
ALGOR is donating $2.2 million in licenses of its multi-physics analysis software which will be incorporated into the educational curriculum at SENAI.
Geometric to Showcase at Wonderworld 2008
Press Release Issued by Geometric Ltd.
Geometric Limited will exhibit various innovative solutions aimed at driving operational excellence for process industries at Wonderworld 2008.
Swimming from Europe to Africa
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
TraceParts employee faced an extreme challenge by swimming about 20 km of open sea, where European and African continents separate.
ProNest 3D CAD SolidWorks Partner Information Updated
By MTC Software
3D CAD developer SolidWorks has updated its website SolidWorks Partner Page to show expanded MTC Software, Inc. partner information.
LEDAS Releases 64-bit Version of Geometric Solver
Press Release Issued by LEDAS
LEDAS Ltd an independent software provider of computational components for PLM and ERP, releases 64-bit version of its geometric solver.
Geometric to Showcase CAMWorks 2009 at The IMTS Show
Press Release Issued by Geometric
Geometric Technologies, Inc. will showcase CAMWorks 2009 at the International Manufacturing Technology Show.
SolidProfessor and Design Solutions BV Partner
Press Release Issued by SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor and Design Solutions have partnered to deliver “On-Demand” training and support services to Design Solutions’ multi-lingual customers.
Intel Joins ConnectPress as a Platinum Sponsor
By Intel Corporation
Intel Corporation has joined the ConnectPress Communities as a Platinum level sponsor.
Piemme Arredamenti Reduces Programming Time by 30%
Press Release Issued by JETCAM
Piemme Arredamenti, based in Tuscany, Italy, manufactures specialist furniture for supermarkets, shops and offices.
Right Hemisphere Offers Customers More Licensing Options
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere expands its Deep Exploration 5.5 software licensing alternatives to include a perpetual licensing option.
CGI Launches 3D Product Catalog Powered by TraceParts
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
CGI Inc. is now using the TraceParts Internet service to provide a 3D online product catalog for engineers and designers.
New Portal Lets Injection Molding Customers Help Themselves
Press Release Issued by Protomold
Protomold announces a new online portal for new and existing customers.
Advantech Adds 3D Product Models Powered by TraceParts
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
Advantech is now using the TraceParts Internet service to provide 3D product models for engineers and designers.
Right Hemisphere CEO to Speak at the NVIDIA Emerging Summit
Press Release Issued by Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere announced that its CEO Michael Lynch will be speaking at the NVIDIA Emerging Companies Summit next month.
Next Limit Technologies to Exhibit at Siggraph 2008
Announcement by Next Limit Technologies
Next Limit Technologies will be exhibiting at Siggraph 2008, held in Los Angeles from August 12 to August 14.
Okino Ships New Version of ‘PolyTrans for Adobe Director’
Press Release Issued by Okino Computer Graphics
Okino Computer Graphics announced that it is now shipping its updated ‘PolyTrans for Adobe Director’ plug-in system.
New! ALGOR V22
Press Release Issued by ALGOR
ALGOR announced that ALGOR V22 significantly upgrades all areas of FEA – modeling, simulation and results evaluation and presentation.
Synergis Software Delivers Adept 8 Enterprise Document
Press Release Issued by Synergis Software
Synergis Software unveiled Adept 8, the newest version of the company's highly acclaimed document management and work flow software.
ReverseEngineering.com Announces OEM Partnership
Press Release Issued by ReverseEngineering.com
ReverseEngineering.com announced it has entered into an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) agreement with SolidWorks Corporation.
HighRES Changes Name to ReverseEngineering.com
Press Release Issued by HighRES
CAD Software innovator HighRES, Inc. transforms itself with new name, corporate identity and tagline.
Bunkspeed Releases Free Beta Plug-In for Rhino
By Bunkspeed
Bunkspeed, announced the beta release of its HyperShot plug-in for Rhinoceros.
Bunkspeed Releases HyperShot V 1.5 for Photographic 3D
By Bunkspeed
Bunkspeed announced the availability of HyperShot V 1.5.
Océ Business Services Highlights eDiscovery and Records
By Océ
Océ Business Services will demonstrate eDiscovery solutions this week at the LegalTech West Coast conference as well as address topics covered at the show.
Anark Approved as AGI Affiliated Product Partner
By Anark Corporation
Anark and Analytical Graphics announced that Anark has been approved as an AGI Affiliated Product Partner due to the complementary nature of the companies’ products and solutions.
Direct Link Between LightTools and SolidWorks 3D CAD Softwar
By ORA
Optical Research Associates (ORA), a SolidWorks Solution Partner, has introduced the LightTools SolidWorks Link Module.
DesignDataManager 2008.1 on Customer Release
By Concurrent Systems
Concurrent Systems Inc Ltd, announces that DesignDataManager (DDM) 2008.1 is now on general release
MFG.com and TraceParts Join Forces
By MFG.com
MFG.com chose TraceParts to launch its Partnership Program and to come along with the development of its service for European engineers.
Breakthrough Polypropylene Sintering Material
By 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems Corporation, announced that it will run a newly developed polypropylene-based material
Briefing from Wohlers Associates
By Wohlers Associates
The market for additive fabrication (AF), consisting of all products and services globally, grew 16% to an estimated $1.141 billion in 2007.
EngineerSupply Introduces Bilingual Customer Service
By Engineer Supply
EngineerSupply is pleased to announce the addition of a bilingual customer service department.
SolidWorks Named One of the START-IT 2008 Hottest Companies
By Star-It
SolidWorks Corporation has been named by START-IT magazine as one of the publication’s 2008 Hottest Companies.
Adobe Expands LiveCycle Enterprise Suite
By Adobe Systems Incorporated
Adobe Systems Incorporated announced Adobe LiveCycle Enterprise Suite (ES) Update 1, a significant enhancement to the LiveCycle ES technology platform that helps businesses and governments more effectively engage.
TransMagic 3D CAD Interoperability Software
By TransMagic Inc.
TransMagic Inc.,announced the release of its latest product update
Redesigned Online Quote System
By American Precision Protoyping
American Precision Prototyping, announced they have redesigned and released their online quote system for both instant and manual quoting.
Rifa Drives Three Cutting Technologies with JETCAM

In 2000 Rifa purchased their first punch press machine along with a JETCAM Expert programming system, supplied as standard by the machine tool vendor.
ProNest 3D CAD SolidWorks Partner Information Updated
By MTC Software
3D CAD developer SolidWorks has updated its website SolidWorks Partner Page to show expanded MTC Software, Inc. partner information.
Right Hemisphere’s New Deep Exploration Software Ships
By Right Hemisphere
Right Hemisphere announced the pricing and immediate availability of its new Deep Exploration 5.5 client software.
Altair Engineering Achieves Qualifications
By Altair Engineering
Altair Engineering announced its leading on-demand computing software.
New Support for Adobe Flash Technology
By Adobe Systems Incorporated
Adobe Systems Incorporated introduced Adobe Acrobat 9 software.
Oracle Academy Global Data Modeling Competition
By Oracle Academy
Students from the Arkansas School For Mathematics Sciences (AMSA) took top honors in the 2008 Oracle Academy Global Data Modeling Competition.
Strålfors Buys Four Xerox Continuous Feed Systems
By Xerox Corporation
Xerox Corporation announced that Strålfors, has acquired four Xerox 490 Color Continuous Feed Printing Systems.
Xerox Turns a Deeper Shade of Green at Drupa
By Xerox
Xerox’s 3,500 square meter stand at drupa was built almost exclusively from recycled or reusable materials and components.
GoEngineer Named First Oracle Partner
By GoEngineer, Inc.
GoEngineer, Inc., announced that it is Oracle’s first partner certified to deliver Oracle Accelerate solutions for Oracle’s Agile PLM.
Two Full Color Production Printing Systems
By Océ
Océ VarioStream 9240 and Océ ColorStream 10000 full color production printing systems, supported by Océ PRISMA.
Capvidia Releases FlowVision HPC
By Capvidia
Capvidia continues to provide innovative CFD simulation solutions with their new FlowVision (High Performance Computing) HPC release
GKS Improving 3D Laser Scanning Services
By GKS Inspection Services
GKS Inspection Services, is expanding the capabilities of its Minneapolis office with a new Engineering Services Manager.
Peter Robison, to Keynote at PLM Road Map 2008
By Collaborative Product Development Associates
CPDA announces that Peter Robison, will join GM’s Terry Kline, Lockheed Martin’s Christopher L. Blake, Siemens PLM Software’s Stephen Bashada, and HP’s Christian Verstraete as a keynote speaker at its annual PLM Road Map conference
Four-Fold Increase in Educational Sites Using Flomerics
By Flomerics
Since Flomerics announced its EFD for Education Initiative a year ago there has been a four-fold increase in the number of sites using its popular Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD) software for teaching and research purposes.
NVIDIA Annonces Eileen Collins to Speak at NVISION 08
By NVIDIA
NVIDIA announced that Commander Eileen Collins, former test pilot, astronaut, and space shuttle commander, will speak at NVISION 08.
Quickparts Offers Specialized Medical Grade Materials
By Quickparts
Quickparts announced the availability of specialized medical grade materials for Selective Laser Sintering (SLS), Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Cast Urethane Molding.
New Developments for Exporting Parts and Assemblies
By Datakit
Datakit announced the availability of its data exchange solution for exporting SolidWorks parts and assemblies to CATIA V5.
SMW Autoblok Uses SolidWorks 3D CAD Software
By SolidWorks Corp.
Before you can machine a gear, a drive shaft, a downhole drill bit, or anything else, you have to hold it.
Visual Components Releases 2007 Service Pack 2
By Visual Components
Visual Components has released the latest upgrade to its flagship software. The 2007 Service Pack improves on the powerful material handling capabilities, advanced robotics support, and a host of new productivity features, to accelerate the use of company 3D design data in the sales and production departments.
3D Systems Launches Pro-Parts Material Evaluation Web Site
By 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems announced that it has launched a material evaluation Web site.
Altair Releases HyperWorks 9.0 for CAE
By Altair Engineering
Altair Engineering announced the release of Altair HyperWorks 9.0, the next generation of its popular integrated suite of computer-aided engineering (CAE) software applications.
3Dconnexion Unveils SpaceNavigator for Notebooks
By 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion announced the newest addition to its award-winning 3D mouse product line - the SpaceNavigator for Notebooks.
New Video from Flomerics and Matchstick Productions
By Flomerics
Flomerics and Matchstick Productions have released a short video which for the first time reveals the complex 3D airflow around a wingsuit.
Striker Systems Announces FAB Professional Release 2009
By Striker Systems
Striker Systems is pleased to announce the availability of FAB Professional 2009.
SDC Publishes SolidWorks, Inventor, Wildfire Books
By Development Corporation (SDC Publications)
Development Corporation (SDC Publications) releases 2008 books for SolidWorks, Inventor, and Pro/E Wildfire.
The MathWorks Simplifies Development of Parallel Application
By The MathWorks
The MathWorks announced the integration of its Parallel Computing Toolbox with its widely used MATLAB optimization toolboxes to help further simplify the development of parallel applications.
CATI Offers AutoCAD 2008 to SolidWorks Online Classes
By Computer Aided Technology Inc.
Computer Aided Technology Inc. has formed an exclusive partnership with SolidProfessor, a SolidWorks solution partner, to offer a bundle of transition courses from AutoCAD to SolidWorks.
EOS to Feature New Plastic, Metal at RAPID 2008
By EOS GmbH
EOS will present two new commercial materials at SME’s RAPID 2008 Conference and Exposition.
Theorem's Latest CADverters Provide Major Productivity
By Theorem Solutions
The first phase release of CADverter Version 11.0 from Theorem Solutions delivers major productivity and operational improvements.
think3 Launches thinkdesign, thinkPLM 2008.1 Suite
By think3 Inc.
think3 has launched new release of its CAD and PLM product lines thinkdesign Suite and thinkPLM Suite 2008.1.
Lattice to Sponsor at 3D Interoperability Conference
By Lattice Technology
Lattice Technology announced its sponsorship of the 3D Collaboration & Interoperability Conference, taking place May 15-16 in Denver, Colorado.
‘Snakehead’ Camera System Designed in SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corp.
A breakthrough movie camera system called the Snakehead, designed entirely in SolidWorks 3D CAD software, is resetting the boundaries of cinematography, immersing viewers more deeply than ever in hair-raising aerial action.
Lambda Releases TracePro 5.0 for Optical Modeling, Analysis
By Lambda Research Corp.
Lambda Research announces TracePro 5.0, the latest release of its software for optical modeling, design and analysis.
Quickparts Manufactures Parts for RedXDefense’s XPAK
By Quickparts
Quickparts recently completed a project with RedXDefense that was featured on CSI: MIAMI.
CCE’s EnSuite Delivers Support for Point Cloud Files
By CADCAM-E
CCE announced that EnSuite Version 2 – its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software – has been upgraded to support point cloud files.
California Caster Selects Catalog Data Solutions
By Catalog Data Solutions
Catalog Data Solutions announced that California Caster, Inc. has adopted its CAD model download and Catalog solution.
New Study About Additive Fabrication Products and Services
By Wohlers Associates
Wohlers Associates, Inc. announced the publication of Wohlers Report 2008, a quantitative and qualitative analysis of the new developments and trends in additive fabrication (AF) worldwide.
Flomerics EFD Simulation Software Offers Enhanced Usability
By Flomerics
Flomerics announced the availability of version 8.2 of its popular Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD) fluid flow and thermal simulation product family.
InspectionXpert Joins SolidWorks Partners
By SolidWorks Corp.
SolidWorks has named InspectionXpert as the newest member of the prestigious SolidWorks Solution Partner Program.
CATI Announces Digital Factory Simulation
By Computer Aided Technology Inc.
Computer Aided Technology, Inc. (CATI) has partnered with Visual Components to become the first value added reseller in the USA of the 3DCreate and 3DRealize Digital Factory applications.
Greentec Fuels Energy-Efficient Home Systems
By SolidWorks Corp.
Spearheading the move to reduce household carbon emissions, U.K.-based Greentec Systems, is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to integrate third-party eco-friendly technologies that let homeowners heat and cool their homes for as little as £100 a year.
CGTech Software Wins Best Software Award
By CGTech
CGTech is proud to announce that it's VERICUT 6 CNC Simulation and verification Software won the Best Software award in the UK Machine Tool industries prestigious Metalworking Production Awards.
SolidProfessor Releases AutoCAD to SolidWorks Course
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor, a SolidWorks Solution Partner, announced the release of its self-paced multimedia transition course for 2008 AutoCAD to SolidWorks.
Learn Optical Alignment One Week at a Time for a Year
By Optical Short Course International, Inc.
Discover how to learn optical alignment one week at a time for 52-weeks with the new optical alignment training course available from Optical Short Course International.
HP Brings Power and Flexibility to the MCAD Market
By Hewlett Packard
HP has unveiled the HP Blade Workstation Solution for the mechanical computer-aided design (MCAD) market.
Flomerics Publishes White Paper and Sponsors Webcast
By Flomerics
Flomerics has published a comprehensive technical white paper on mesh generation techniques for fluid flow simulation.
Reduce Part Set-up Time with Edgecam 12.5
By Planit Software
Planit introduces a new module to Edgecam – its market leading off-line NC programming software – that allows automation of the part set-up process by working in conjunction with Renishaw probing systems.
Geometric Introduces 3DPaintBrush
By Geomaetric Ltd.
Geometric Ltd. announced the release of its new product, 3DPaintBrush, a visualization software that helps create near photo-realistic images, animations, and videos from existing computer-based 3D models within minutes.
Geometric’s DFMPro Now Enables Users to Add Design
By Geomaetric Ltd.
Geometric announced the release of DFMPro 2008 EX, an integrated tool on SolidWorks which helps to get designs right the first time.
TransMagic Sponsors 3D Collaboration, Interoperability Show
By TransMagic Inc.
TransMagic announced that it is an official sponsor of the 2008 3D Collaboration & Interoperability Conference.
GEOMATE Ships GrafiCalc 2009 for Calculations
By GEOMATE Company
GEOMATE Company has released GrafiCalc 2009 software that enables users to simulate and solve a wide range of design and engineering challenges while making informed decisions.
TraceParts Announces Strategic Partnership with CAD.de
By TraceParts
TraceParts announced its strategic partnership with CAD.de.
INUS Launches InspectWorks Add-in For SolidWorks
By INUS Technology
INUS will debut InspectWorks at Control 2008 (April 22nd to 25th) in Stuttgart, Germany.
CFD-Online Launches Dedicated User Forum
By Flomerics
CFD-online, the popular online center for Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) has set up a dedicated User Forum for users of Flomerics EFD suite of simulation software.
New Improvements Highlight New SmartCAM V15.0 Release
By SmartCAMcnc
SmartCAMcnc has announced the release of SmartCAM V15.0 applications. Version 15.0 delivers a significant new tutorial module for learning the SmartCAM suite of computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) system software, and builds on the toolpath, visualization and usability themes found in recent releases.
CAPINC Expands 3D Printing Offerings
By CAPINC
CAPINC now offers the Dimension 1200es Series with ABSPlus.
Capvidia Expands North American Operations
By Capvidia
Capvidia welcomes Bruce Stein as the Regional Sales Manager for the Great Lakes Region.
Onesia Selects Datakit Solutions
By Datakit
Datakit announced that Onesia has selected its solutions for tessellation and to read files in native CATIA V5, Pro-Engineer, SolidWorks formats and IGES and STEP neutral formats.
Kiva Systems Uses SolidWorks Software
By Kiva Systems Inc.
Kiva Systems Inc. is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to revolutionize the concept of the warehouse with the company’s breakthrough system of autonomous orange robots.
Quickparts Introduces ABS-M30 FDM Material
By Quickparts
Quickparts announced the availability of the new FDM material, ABS-M30.
Proficiency’s Executive to Speak at 3D Interop Conference
By Proficiency
Proficiency announced that Vice President of Research and Development, Alex Tsechansky, will present during the 3D Collaboration and Interoperability conference.
Symmetry Solutions Gets SolidWorks Awards
By Symmetry Solutions
Symmetry Solutions announced that it has received several prestigious awards from SolidWorks Corporation for outstanding sales and service.
New SolidWorks eBook Available
By Sheet Metal Guy LLC
Sheet Metal Guy, LLC announced the release of "Customizing SolidWorks For Greater Productivity" in eBook format.
First Trace Joins the ConnectPress SolidWorks Community
By First Trace
First Trace and ConnectPress have announced that First Trace has joined the SolidWorks Community as a Silver Community sponsor.
Materialise Launches Magics 12.1 for RP&M
By Materialise NV
Materialise NV launches Magics 12.1, the new version of its software for the Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing (RP&M) industry.
CATI Announces Selection for 2008 START-IT 125 Award
By Computer Aided Technology Inc.
Computer Aided Technology has just been chosen for the 2008 START-IT 125 Award.
PZFlex 2.0 Adds SolidWorks Interface
By Weidlinger Associates
Weidlinger Associates announced the release of PZFlex 2.0 along with a significant increase in the software’s user-friendliness and commercial viability.
Solar-Powered Compaction System Designed in SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corp.
Eating its way to the forefront of the “green” movement, the BigBelly trash bin designed in SolidWorks 3D CAD software is the world’s first and only on-site solar-powered trash compactor.
Tech Illustrator Surpasses Competition
By Auto-trol Technology
Denver-based Auto-trol Technology unveiled Tech Illustrator Professional Edition – its new power-packed/streamlined software application – appealing to a broader range of graphics professionals.
3D Workstation Graphics Card with DisplayPort Support by AMD
By AMD
AMD announced it is advancing application performance with stunning imagery through the introduction of the first commercially available 3D workstation graphics card with DisplayPort support.
APproto Moves Production to 3D Systems' Materials
By American Precision Prototyping
3D Systems announced that American Precision Prototyping has selected the 3D Systems’ Accura family of materials exclusively for its entire SLA Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing operations to deliver proven, dependable Pro Parts.
Inspirtech.com Becomes a SolidWorks Partner
By Inspirtech.com
Inspirtech.com announces its acceptance into the SolidWorks partner Program.
Sheet Metal Guy Announces Special Prices for Books
By Sheet Metal Guy, LLC
Sheet Metal Guy announced new promotional pricing for its SolidWorks for the Sheet Metal Guy books.
New Proton Radiotherapy Device Designed with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corp.
Still River Systems is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to develop a new compact and affordable proton radiotherapy treatment device.
Datakit Renews Sponsorship with ConnectPress
Compiled By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Datakit and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that Datakit has renewed their sponsorship as a Silver Community sponsor in the SolidWorks community.
Visual Components Renews Gold Sponsorship with ConnectPress
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Visual Components Oy and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that Visual Components has renewed their gold sponsorship in the SolidWorks and Pro/E Communities.
Two New Stand-Alone CAD Data Conversion Modules from Datakit
By Datakit
Datakit announced that it is is launching two new stand-alone CAD data conversion modules: JT to VRML and JT to STL.
HP's Christian Verstraete to Join Keynote Speaker Line-up
By Collaborative Product Development Associates
CPDA is pleased to announce that Christian Weierstrass will join Lockheed Martin's Christopher L. Blake, and Siemens PLM Software's Stephen Bashada, as a keynote speaker at its annual PLM Road Map conference.
Longview Advisors Announces ConnectPress as a Sponsor
By Longview Advisors
The organizers of the 2008 3D Collaboration & Interoperability conference are pleased to announce ConnectPress as a Premier Publication Sponsor for this year’s conference.
CPDA Announces PLM Road Map 2008
By Collaborative Product Development Associates
CPDA announced that its conference PLM Road Map 2008 will take place on September 23 – 24, 2008.
RuleStream Standards-Based Engineering for Manufacturing
By RuleStream
One of the driving pressures on businesses today is the need to deliver more “personalized” products to their customers.
Free Decision-Making Tool Helps Product Development
By Robust Decisions, Inc
Robust Decisions, Inc (RDI) announced the on-line release of its free software-as-a-service application called Accord Instant Decision.
This Month’s Featured Research from CPDA
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Learn how to identify critical priorities in PLM across the full range of product development.
Edge Products Tightens Change Control Processes
By Omnify Software
Omnify Software announced that Edge Products is using Omnify Software to tighten engineering change control processes and meet fast development requirements.
CAPINC Honored with Multiple Awards from SolidWorks Corp.
By CAPINC
CAPINC and staff were recently honored by SolidWorks Corporation at the SolidWorks World Conference.
ConnectPress and GEOMATE Team up
Compiled by Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
ConnectPress and GEOMATE are pleased to announce an exclusive offer for community members only.
EnSuite Version 2 Adds Visual Compare, Part Isolation & More
By CCE
CCE has announced the release of a new update of EnSuite Version 2 - its multi-CAD viewing, translation and productivity software.
Dimension 3D Printing Introduces the Dimension 1200es Series
By Dimension 3D Printing Group
The Dimension 3D Printing Group announced immediate availability of the Dimension 1200es Series.
COFES Engineering Technology Conference Eyes Sustainability
By Cyon Research Corporation
Cyon Research Corporation, the host of COFES: the Congress on the Future of Engineering Software, has announced that it has partnered with TerraPass to balance out the carbon dioxide emissions of attendees’ travel to and from this year’s event.
In-Depth Research on Design & Computing Technologies
Compiled By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
A familiar name in providing in-depth, objective information for assessing technology and business objectives in PLM, Collaborative Product Development Associates (CPDA) is making a selection of its publications available for the first time through ConnectPress.
ConnectPress Teams with Wohlers Associates
Compiled By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
NEW at ConnectPress — Wohlers Report 2007 provides an in-depth study on the advances in 3D printing, additive fabrication, and rapid manufacturing.
US Manufacturer Produces Publications at a Lower Cost
By ParallelGraphics
ParallelGraphics announced the massive cost savings of 80+% that a major US Manufacturer, of aircraft engines and components has gained by deploying Cortona3D software from ParallelGraphics.
Leviton Flips Switch on Innovative Design with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corporation
The White House, a Napa Valley winery, an oil rig in Canada and 90 percent of the homes in the U.S. all use electrical wiring devices from Leviton, North America's largest manufacturer of electrical and electronic wiring devices.
Revell’s Robot Kit has SolidWorks Inside
By SolidWorks Corporation
Budding inventors and interscholastic competitors are using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to get the most from their remote control robot kits.
Wohlers Joins ConnectPress as a Silver Community Sponsor
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Wohlers Associates has joined ConnectPress as a Silver level community sponsor.
New Interface for Structural Analysis Developed for EnSight
By ADINA R&D, Inc.
ADINA has recently developed and supports a direct interface to EnSight, extreme visualization software from Computational Engineering International.
UK's Xype to Sell SolidWorks
By Xype
Engineering IT consultancy Xype has added SolidWorks to its growing portfolio of engineering software applications.
SpaceExplorer 3D Mouse Wins Prestigious iF Product Award
By 3Dconnexion
In recognition of its ergonomic and innovative design, the 3Dconnexion SpaceExplorer 3D mouse was awarded the iF Product Design Award 2008 in the computer category.
CPDA Joins ConnectPress as a Silver Community Sponsor
Compiled By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Collaborative Product Development Associates has joined ConnectPress as a Silver Sponsor in the Technology Communities for CATIA, Inventor, MicroStation, Pro/E, Solid Edge, SolidWorks and UGS.
Geometric Technologies to Display Advances in Automation
By Geometric Technologies
Geometric Technologies will showcase the latest releases of CAMWorks and DFMPro at the WESTEC 2008 Exposition & Conference.
Prism Gets SolidWorks #1 Customer Satisfaction Award
By Prism Engineering
Prism is the recipient of the prestigious Highest Customer Satisfaction Award for North America.
C2V Choose DesignDataManager
By Concurrent Systems Inc
Concurrent Systems announces that they have implemented DDM at C2V.
VRcontext Releases Converter for SolidWorks
By VRcontext
VRcontext has announced the release of a converter for SolidWorks Version 2007 and 2008.
Limitation on Use of CFD Could Benefit Software Providers
By Flomerics
Flomerics has reacted to the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile’s (FIA’s) recent announcement of restrictions on the use of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis software.
CPDA Announces Keynote Speakers for PLM Road Map 2008
By Collaborative Product Development Associates
CPDA announces that Christopher L. Blakeand Deputy to the Vice President of Enterprise Process Integration, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company and Stephen M. Bashada, will make keynote presentations at its annual PLM Road Map conference.
Geometric to Showcase Latest Products and Technologies
By Geometric Tecnologies
Geometric Technologies will showcase its latest suite of Desktop products and technologies at the Diemould India 2008 event.
GXSC Awarded Top DriveWorks Provider in the World
By Graphics Systems Corporation
Graphics Systems Corporation was honored as the Top DriveWorks Reseller in the World for the second consecutive year at the DriveWorks World Reseller Conference.
SDC Publishes 2 SolidWorks 2008 Books
By SDC Publications
Schroff Development Corporation (SDC Publications) releases two books on SolidWorks.
Doctor Walt Offers Solid Modeling Exercises Vol 1
By Conceptual Product Development, Inc.
Conceptual Product Development, Inc. announces the release of Doctor Walt’s Solid Modeling Exercises Volume One. 3 Ring Binder, in Color, 8 ½ x 11 Format, 70 pages, $79.95.
ParallelGraphics Extends its Support of 3D Formats
By ParallelGraphics
ParallelGraphics announced new support for the JT data format and membership in the JT Open Program.
Hendrickson Europe Choose DesignDataManager
By Concurrent Systems Inc.
Concurrent Systems announces that they have implemented DDM at Hendrickson Europe.
Inspirtech.com Launches Web-Based Training for SolidWorks
By Inspirtech
Inspirtech.com announces the launch of their new web-based training solution for learning SolidWorks 2008.
GXSC Gets SolidWorks President's Club Award
By Graphics Systems Corporation
Graphics Systems Corporation (GXSC) and several team members were honored by SolidWorks Corporation.
Webinar: Reuse 3D CAD for Product Support Deliverables
By ParallelGraphics
According to Aberdeen Research “Manufacturers are reusing 3D CAD assets for product support deliverables to speed time to market and increase revenue”.
hyperMILL Awarded SolidWorks Certified Gold Product Status
By OPEN MIND Technologies
OPEN MIND Technologies CAM software product integrated within SolidWorks and receives highest partner status.
Hawk Ridge Systems Gets 4 #1 SolidWorks Reseller Awards
By Hawk Ridge Systems
Hawk Ridge Systems (HRS), a worldwide SolidWorks CAD reseller, received four top reseller awards at the SolidWorks World Conference.
Whiting Elevates Industrial Equipment Design
By SolidWorks Corp.
When rail companies need to repair locomotives, or nuclear power plants need to service reactors, they often rely on specialized heavy lifting equipment from Whiting Corporation.
SimpoeWorks Achieves Gold Partner Status
By SIMPOE SAS
SIMPOE SAS announced that SimpoeWorks, the plug-in version for SolidWorks 3D CAD software of SIMPOE’s flagship plastic injection simulation software product Simpoe-Mold, has just been granted the status of SolidWorks Gold Partner Product.
Graphics Systems Honored by SolidWorks
By Graphic Systems Corporation
Graphics Systems Corporation (GXSC) and several team members were honored by SolidWorks Corporation at the SolidWorks World Conference.
Okino Computer Graphics Celebrates 20 Years
By Okino Computer Graphics
Okino Computer Graphics is proud to celebrate 20 years of product development, starting January 28th 1988.
Okino Ships Upgraded SolidWorks 2008 CAD Conversion System
By Okino Computer Graphics
Okino Computer Graphics announced that its extremely popular SolidWorks CAD conversion system has been updated and is now available, at no cost, to current customers still within their valid maintenance period.
Hornby Airfix Expands its Usage of DesignDataManager
By Concurrent Systems Inc.
Concurrent Systems announces that Hornby Plc, due to their recent acquisition of Airfix, are to expand their usage of DesignDataManager.
Dimension 3D Printing Renews Sponsorship with ConnectPress
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Dimension 3D Printing and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that Dimension 3D Printing has chosen to renew their sponsorship in the ConnectPress communities.
CPDA Announces Dates for Design/Simulation Workshops
By Collaborative Product Development Associates
CPDA announces that its workshop, “Developing a Design Simulation Framework” will take place on May 13th, 2008.
Mastercam to Unveil FBM, SolidWorks Add-In at Westec
By Mastercam
Westec 2008 features the unveiling of two major developments in CNC Software’s Mastercam CAD/CAM software.
SolidWorks Users Recognize Arena PLM
By Arena Solutions
Arena Solutions announced that innovative, game-changing manufacturers -- those nimble companies that are most likely to upend existing industries -- such as Desktop Factory and TissueLink Medical Inc. are among many SolidWorks users who are adopting Arena PLM to help them better manage their design through manufacturing processes.
Gasabo 3D Design Launches e-commerce Site
By Gasabo 3D Design Ltd.
Gasabo 3D Design has unveiled an engineering e-commerce site to help SolidWorks users around the world convert 2D drawings to 3D models.
Bunkspeed Releases HyperShot SolidWorks Edition
By Bunkspeed Inc.
Bunkspeed, Inc. announced a new version of HyperShot, the HyperShot SolidWorks Edition.
Flomerics Celebrates 20th Anniversary
By Flomerics
Flomerics celebrates its 20th anniversary as an independent company this year, placing it firmly into a rare and elite group of companies that have prospered for such a long period.
Citizen Watch Shortens Product Design Processes
By Dassault Systemes
Dassault Systemes announced that Citizen Watch Co. Ltd. has implemented ENOVIA SmarTeam's product lifecycle management software and SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
MTS Systems Uses SolidWorks
By MTS Systems Corp.
MTS Systems Corp. is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to more efficiently design, configure, and assemble the testing products.
ModernTech Picks SolidProfessor Training, Support Services
By ModernTech Mechanical
ModernTech has selected SolidProfessor's self-paced multimedia instruction to complement its current training and support services for their customers.
CATIA V5 to SolidWorks Translator of Datakit Goes Gold
By Datakit
Datakit announced that they have achieved Gold Partner status with SolidWorks Corporation.
SolidNEST Appoints Chuck Willis as Group Manager
By SigmaTEK Systems
SigmaTEK is pleased to announce the appointment of Chuck Willis, an accomplished player in the software industry, as the SolidNEST Group Manager.
Capvidia Announces a New Product Range for SolidWorks 2008
By Capvidia
Capvidia announces a new Data Translation product range for SolidWorks 2008, offering a solution for everyone.
Xpresso Speech Recognition Software Empowers SolidWorks User
By 3 Engineers, L.L.C.
Developed by Certified SolidWorks Professionals, Xpresso speech recognition software allows designers to simply say commands eliminating actions that do not add value.
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Tacton will Showcase TactonWorks at SolidWorks World
By Tacton Systems
Tacton announced that it will demonstrate TactonWorks at the SolidWorks World 2008 Conference.
Synergis to Show PDM Software at SolidWorks World
By Synergis Software
Synergis will be demonstrating Adept Enterprise Product Data Management (PDM) software at SolidWorks World 2008.
Riverbed to Demonstrate WDS Solutions at SolidWorks World
By Riverbed Technology
Riverbed announced that it will be participating in SolidWorks World 2008.
Objet’s Connex500 to Debut at SolidWorks World
By Objet Geometries
Objet announced that the U.S. introduction of its Connex500 3-D Printing System and PolyJet Matrix Technology will take place at SolidWorks World.
SolidCAM to Exhibit its Latest Version at SolidWorks World
By SolidCAM
SolidCAM announced it will exhibit at SolidWorks World 2008.
CCE to Showcase ConfigLink and EnSuite at SolidWorks World
By CCE
CCE announced that it will exhibit (Booth #809) at the 2008 SolidWorks World Conference.
SolidProfessor to Showcase at SolidWorks World 2008
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor announced that it will demonstrate new Learning Management System v2 and 2008 Course Content at the SolidWorks World 2008 Conference.
Edgecam to be Showcased at SolidWorks World 2008
By Planit
Planit announced that it will demonstrate the latest release of Edgecam at the SolidWorks World 2008 Conference.
SolidNEST to be Exhibited at SolidWorks World 2008
By SigmaTEK Systems
SolidNEST will debut their new version at the SolidWorks World event.
Geometric to Showcase CAMWorks & DFMPro at SolidWorks World
By Geometric Technologies
Geometric Technologies will showcase the latest releases of CAMWorks and DFMPro at SolidWorks World 2008.
Arena Solutions Founder/CTO Presenting at SolidWorks World
By Arena Solutions
Arena Solutions announced that Eric Larkin, the company's co-founder and CTO, will deliver valuable insight about optimizing design for outsourced manufacturing in a special technical training session at SolidWorks World 2008.
QuadriSpace to Ship Pages3D 2008 at SolidWorks Expo
By QuadriSpace Corporation
QuadriSpace announced that it will introduce next generation solutions for manufacturing instructions and technical illustrations at SolidWorks World 2008.
Sham Tickoo Writes SolidWorks 2008 for Designers Textbook
By CADCIM Technologies
CADCIM Technologies announces the release of SolidWorks 2008 for Designers textbook by Prof. Sham Tickoo.
PartMaker, Ganesh Teamed Up for CNC Lathes Programming
By PartMaker Inc.
PartMaker and Ganesh Industrial Supply have teamed up to provide a programming solution for the Ganesh Cyclone series of sliding-headstock multi-axis CNC lathes.
Medical Instrument Maker Uses SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corp.
Luminous Medical has used SolidWorks Corporation's 3D CAD and analysis software to design and refine a potentially life-saving glucose measurement system for hospital patients.
Geometric to Demonstrate the Power of Automation
By Geometric Technologies
Geometric Technologies will showcase the latest releases of CAMWorks and DFMPro at SolidWorks World 2008.
APproto Purchases Viper Pro SLA System from 3D Systems
By 3D Systems Corp.
3D Systems announced that American Precision Prototyping has added a Viper Pro SLA System to its fleet of 3D Systems’ large-part manufacturing systems.
ITI to Participate in the AIAA Legacy Data Roundtable
By ITI Transcendata
ITI TranscenData will be participating in the 46th AIAA Aerospace Sciences Meetings.
ZPrinter 450 Named Revolutionary Invention of 2007
By Z Corp.
The ZPrinter 450 has been named one of 15 “revolutionary inventions of 2007” by Entrpreneur.com, the leading small business web site on the Internet.
Visual Components Partners with Software Toolbox
By Visual Components Oy
Visual Components and Software Toolbox are proud to announce a cooperation agreement where INGEAR OPC Servers will be available as a trial version for customers using Visual Components PLC Add-on software.
SDC Publishes SolidWorks 2008, Pro/E Tutorials
By Schroff Development Corporation
Schroff Development Corporation (SDC Publications) releases books on SolidWorks 2008 and Pro/ENGINEER.
Delcam to Show its CAM Products at SolidWorks World
By Delcam
Delcam will show both of its Certified CAM Products – FeatureCAM and PartMaker – at the SolidWorks World event to be held in San Diego, California, from 20th to 23rd January.
Semiconductor Test Manufacturer inTEST Reduces Design Time
By Synergis Software
Synergis Software announced that inTEST Corporation is using Adept document management to organize, manage, share and control its 75,000 SolidWorks files in the design and manufacture of its products used by semiconductor manufacturers to test integrated circuits and wafer products.
Geometric Technologies Introduces CAMWorks 2008
By Geometric Technologies
Geometric Technologies, Inc. (formerly TekSoft, Inc.), an industry leader in developing advanced manufacturing software, recently held reseller conferences in the U.S., Europe and Asia.
Elmo Solutions Earns SolidWorks Solution Partner Status
By Elmo Solutions
Elmo Solutions is pleased to announce that Agni Link, its live, bidirectional CAD-ERP data integration system for Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Dynamics AX and Dynamics GP, has been awarded "Solution Partner Product" status by the SolidWorks Partner Program.
DriveWorksXpress User Community Site Launched
By DriveWorks
"Videos, tutorials, a Discussion Forum and ‘What more can I do?" make up the content of the newly launched DriveWorksXpress User Community site.
GibbsCAM Supports STEP AP224 Files
By Gibbs and Associates
Gibbs and Associates announced the completion of a collaborative effort in conjunction with South Carolina Research Authority (SCRA) which allows GibbsCAM to read STEP Application Protocol 224 (AP224) files.
Spatial Selects Winners of 3D InterOp Model Contest
By Spatial Corp.
Spatial announced the winners of its 3D InterOp Model Contest.
SolidProfessor Announces Courses in Multiple Languages
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor announced the planned release of SolidWorks 2008 courses in German, French, Spanish and Dutch languages.
Sheet Metal Guy Announces New Industry Directory
By Sheet Metal Guy
Sheet Metal Guy, LLC is excited to announce its new Industry Directory.
Rock-Ola Makes Jukebox Designs Groove with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corp.
Rock-Ola Manufacturing Corp. aims to continue building on its product’s legend by creating even more innovative jukeboxes using SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
GEOMATE Ships GrafiCalc Expert 2008 for Digital Prototyping
By GEOMATE
GEOMATE Company releases GrafiCalc Expert 2008 digital prototyping software that combines the disciplines of sketching, calculations, motion simulation, tolerance analysis, and back solving in a single CAD-neutral application.
Quickparts Awarded Patent for Instant Online Quoting
By Quickparts
Quickparts announced it has been awarded a patent for its instantaneous price quotation system for custom manufactured parts, known in the industry as QuickQuote.
TraceParts Announces First Christmas Tree Model Contest
By TraceParts
TraceParts announced the launch of its first Christmas Tree Model Contest, until December 31, 2007.
Flomerics Joins NAFEMS CFD Working Group
By Flomerics
To help promote best practice in the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) during the design phase, Flomerics has joined the NAFEMS CFD Working Group.
Catalog Data Solutions Offers Online and Offline Solution
By Catalog Data Solutions
Catalog Data Solutions announced that its online Catalog and CAD download solutions are now optionally available on a CD for offline use.
ModernTech Mechanical Selects SolidProfessor Training
By ModernTech Mechanical
ModernTech Mechanical has selected SolidProfessor's self-paced multimedia instruction to complement its current training and support services for their customers.
SYCODE Launches Four AutoCAD 3D Interoperability Add-Ins
By SYCODE
SYCODE launched AutoCAD DWG and DXF file import and export add-ins for SolidWorks.
New Version of DFM Pro Available from Geometric
By Geometric Ltd.
Geometric announced the release of Service Pack 1 of DFM Pro 2008 on the SolidWorks platform.
SolidProfessor Announces Partnership with CAPINC
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor announced it has begun a partnership with CAPINC to provide its custom support solution to the CAPINC client base.
Elite Northeast Engineering Programs Building Careers
By SolidWorks Corp.
Engineering graduate and undergraduate students across the Northeast are gaining valuable hands-on 3D CAD skills for professional careers from curriculums incorporating SolidWorks Education Edition software.
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Geometric Technologies Releases CAMWorks 2008
By Geometric Technologies, Inc.
Geometric Technologies has released CAMWorks 2008 with significant advances in 3 axis functionality as well as new features and cutting strategies for 2-5 axis milling, turning and wire EDM.
ETC Designs Innovative Lighting Systems Using SolidWorks
By Graphic Systems Corp.
Since its founding in 1975, ETC (Electronic Theatre Controls, Inc.) has become a world provider in entertainment-and architectural-lighting equipment.
OPEN MIND to Debut hyperMILL in SolidWorks at PRI
By OPEN MIND Technologies
OPEN MIND Technologies will debut its hyperMILL version 9.7 CAM software at the Performance Racing Industry show.
Wessex Water Standardizes on SolidWorks 3D CAD Software
By Wessex Water
Wessex Water, one of the U.K.’s largest water supply companies, has standardized on SolidWorks 3D CAD software to design all of its new wastewater treatment plants.
Materialise Offers Free MiniMagics for RP&M Pro
By Materialise
Materialise announces the release of MiniMagics software.
Cyclone Power Designs Green Engine with SolidWorks
By Cyclone Power Technologies Inc.
Cyclone Power Technologies, Inc. is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to design an environmentally friendly combustion engine that can power everything from small generators to ships but “green” enough to dramatically reduce harmful emissions.
Sheet Metal Guy Ships SolidWorks Keyboard Shortcuts Card
By Sheet Metal Guy, LLC
Sheet Metal Guy, LLC announced a new SolidWorks 2008 Keyboard Shortcuts Card for SolidWorks 2008.
Capvidia Releases FormatWorks 2008
By Capvidia
Capvidia announces the latest release of FormatWorks, the leading data interoperability tool for SolidWorks users.
American Precision becomes a 3D Sytems Service Provider
By American Precision Prototyping
American Precision Prototyping announced their appointment as a 3D Systems’ Preferred Service Provider.
3Dconnexion 3D Mice Supported by HP Remote Graphics Software
By 3Dconnexion
3Dconnexion announced that its SpaceExplorer and SpacePilot 3D mice are now supported by HP Remote Graphics Software Version 5 (RGS).
SpaceClaim Announces New Perpetual Licensing Plan
By SpaceClaim Corp.
SpaceClaim Corp. is pleased to announce a perpetual licensing option for its acclaimed 3D design system SpaceClaim Professional 2007+.
PartMaker Ships v8.5 for CNC
By PartMaker Inc.
PartMaker has announced it is now shipping Version 8.5 of its PartMaker CAD/CAM software for CNC Mills, Lathes, WireEDM, Turn-Mill Centers and Swiss-type lathes.
Flomerics Releases Version 8.1 of EFD
By Flomerics
Flomerics has released Version 8.1 of its increasingly popular Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD) simulation software.
FloXpress Brings 3D Fluid Dynamics to SolidWorks 2008 Users
By Flomerics
Flomerics announced that its FloXpress flow simulation software is fully embedded within SolidWorks 2008 3D CAD software and is available free of charge to all SolidWorks 2008 users.
SDC Publishes Engineering Design with SolidWorks 2008
By Schroff Development Corporation
Schroff Development Corporation (SDC Publications) releases book on SolidWorks 2008.
DSM Somos Introduces Near Colorless WaterShed XC
By DSM Somos
Stereolithography (SL) resin innovator DSM Somos has announced the introduction of WaterShed XC 11122.
Morphing Handcycle Provides New Freedom of Movement
By SolidWorks Corp.
Imagine cycling 50 miles, stopping at a convenience store to refuel, and having no way to get inside.
SpaceClaim Launches the 3D CAD Modification Challenge
By SpaceClaim
SpaceClaim Corp. announced the start of the SpaceClaim 3D CAD Modification Challenge.
TekSoft is Now Geometric Technologies
By TekSoft, Inc.
TekSoft, Inc. has been renamed Geometric Technologies, Inc.
SpaceClaim Announces SpaceClaim Professional 2007+
By SpaceClaim
SpaceClaim Corp. announced the immediate availability of SpaceClaim Professional 2007+ and the Explore SpaceClaim 30-Day Trial program.
NEW Quick Reference Guide for Processing QuickCast Patterns
By Express Pattern
Express Pattern announces the availability of a NEW 20-page pocket-sized booklet, Quick Reference Guide for Processing QuickCast Patterns.
Synergis Delivers SolidWorks 2008 and Windows Vista Support
By Synergis
Synergis Software announced that Adept 7 document management software now delivers full integration with SolidWorks 2008 and support for Microsoft Windows Vista (desktop version).
TactonWorks Lowers Design and Production Times for Åhmans
By Tacton Systems
Tacton Systems announced that Åhmans i Åhus AB will employ TactonWorks and SolidWorks 3D CAD technology to revolutionize its engineer-to-order capabilities.
Datakit Offers Comprehensive Data Exchange Solutions
By Datakit
Datakit as acquired the engineering data interoperability business of Ingetech.
FineLine Prototyping Expands its Rapid Manufacturing
By 3D Systems Corp
3D Systems announced that FineLine Prototyping has expanded its Rapid Manufacturing capabilities.
GEOMATE Ships ToleranceCalc 5
By GEOMATE
GEOMATE Company released ToleranceCalc 5.0 wizard.
ANSYS Named to Forbes 200 List
By Ansys Inc.
ANSYS announced that it has been included on the Forbes 200 Best Small Companies list, ranking 57th.
OPEN MIND hyperMILL v9.7 Supports SolidWorks, Inventor 2008
By OPEN MIND Technologies AG
OPEN MIND Technologies AG has completed the development of hyperMILL V9.7.
Agni Link ERP-CAD Now Supports SolidWork 2008
By Elmo Solutions
Elmo Solutions announced Agni Link, its live, bidirectional CAD-ERP data integration system, is now compatible with SolidWorks 2008.
CATI and Seemage Announce Strategic Alliance
By Computer Aided Technology Inc.
Computer Aided Technology and Seemage strengthen their partnership in an effort to assist CATI customers revolutionize the reuse of 3D data and bring Seemage to the market.
CCE Updates its SolidWorks Interoperability Product
By CCE
CCE announced that its SolidWorks interoperability product, CAT5Works, has been updated to support SolidWorks 2008.
SolidProfessor Releases Advanced Surfacing
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor announced the release of its self-paced multimedia course on Advanced Surfacing for SolidWorks 2008.
Bouldin & Lawson Cultivates a Green Approach
By SolidWorks Corp.
Bouldin & Lawson is at the forefront of the “green” movement using SolidWorks 3D CAD software
Geometric Releases DFM Pro
By Geometric Limited
Geometric Limited announced DFM Pro - the latest in its series of DFM family of products.
FISHER/UNITECH and Seemage Form Strategic Partnership
By FISHER/UNITECH
FISHER/UNITECH and Seemage announced a strategic business partnership.
Datakit Offers New SolidWorks Plug-In
By Datakit
Datakit announces the release of a SolidWorks plug-in capable of reading not only parts but also assemblies designed in Inventor V10, V11 and 2008.
ERP-CAD Data Integration System for SolidWorks
By Elmo Solutions
Elmo Solutions announces the immediate availability of Agni Link, a live, bi¬di¬rectional ERP-CAD connector for SolidWorks and Microsoft Dynamics/AX (Axapta).
Delcam's FeatureCAM CAM System Certified by SolidWorks
By Delcam
Delcam is pleased to announce that its FeatureCAM range of feature-based CAM software has been awarded "Certified CAM Product" status by the SolidWorks Partner Program.
Visual Components Joins ConnectPress as a Gold Sponsor
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Visual Components Oy and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that Visual Components has joined the SolidWorks and Pro/E Communities as a Gold Sponsor.
Survey Shows 96% of EFD Fluid Flow Users Recommend it
By Flomerics
Flomerics recently commissioned a survey that shows that 96% of the users of its EFD family of fluid flow simulation software recommend EFD software to others.
American Precision Prototyping Joins ConnectPress
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
American Precision Prototyping and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that American Precision Prototyping has joined the SolidWorks and Pro/E Communities as a Gold Sponsor.
Flomerics Helps Canadian Schools Pursue F1 Pole Position
By Flomerics
Flomerics is providing its EFD.Pro computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software free-of-charge to schools in Canada.
New SolidWorks Tutorials
By AboutSolidWorks.com
AboutSolidWorks.com has published two new SolidWorks tutorials emphasizing the new functionality of SolidWorks 2008.
Objet Announces New Rubber Like Flexible Material
By Objet Geometries Ltd.
Objet Geometries announced the newest addition to its FullCure line of photopolymer materials.
Quickparts Expands to New Corporate HQ
By Quickparts
Quickparts announced that it completed its expansion to the company's new corporate headquarters.
CCE Announces New Release of EnSuite
By CCE
CCE announced the new release of its multi-CAD product EnSuite.
PartMaker Awarded Certified CAM Partner Status by SolidWorks
By Delcam
Delcam’s PartMaker Inc. subsidiary is pleased to announce that the latest version of its PartMaker suite of CAM products has been awarded "Certified CAM Product" status by the SolidWorks Partner Program.
Bramptons Lift Gets a Jump on Competitors
By SolidWorks Corp.
Bramptons Lift Manufacturers, Ltd. is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software and design automation technology from SolidWorks Certified Gold Partner DriveWorks, Ltd. to deliver more customized elevators.
Liquid Machines Announces Document Control for SolidWorks
By Liquid Machines Inc.
Liquid Machines announced the availability of Liquid Machines Document Control for SolidWorks 2008.
TraceParts Partners with Design World
By TraceParts
TraceParts announced a partnership with WTWH Media.
Alibre and TraceParts Give Access to Millions of 3D Models
By TraceParts, Inc.
Alibre, Inc. and TraceParts, Inc. announced immediate availability of a new TraceParts online portal.
Vivid Retail Gives Global Brands Clear Marketing Advantage
By Vivid Retail
Vivid Retail is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to compete in a global economy.
Geometric DFMXpress Integrates with SolidWorks 2008
By Geometric Software Solutions
Geometric Software announced that DFMXpress has been included in SolidWorks 2008.
SolidWorks 2008 Supports 3Dconnexion Mice
By 3D Connexion
Navigation devices now enable designers to pan, zoom, and rotate objects within SolidWorks 2008 and customize programmable speed keys and keyboard functions.
First Trace Offers Service Pack 1 for Kinnosa
By First Trace Inc.
Document management has emerged as an integral part of many companies’ information technology strategies because of the need to integrate document creation, storage and transfer with critical business processes.
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Intercad Selects SolidProfessors' Custom Add-in
By SolidProfessor
Intercad as partnered with SolidProfessor.
Delcam to Highlight SolidWorks Interoperability at South-Tec
By Delcam
Delcam will demonstrate its complete set of CAM programs at South-Tec 2007.
Graficalc 2007 Turns Design Calculation Hours into Minutes
By ConnectPress Ltd.
GrafiCalc 2007 is breakthrough software that seamlessly combines the disciplines of sketching and engineering calculations into a single application.
SpaceClaim and Rhino to Share File Formats
By SpaceClaim
Robert McNeel & Associates announced interoperability between Rhinoceros and SpaceClaim, enabling product stylists to include 3D mechanical design elements in their designs and deliverables.
Mora of Sweden Sharpens Product Development
By SolidWorks
Mora of Sweden is getting a handle on more ergonomic, higher performing knives used in professional kitchens, woodshops, carpentry, and the outdoors using SolidWorks 3D CAD and COSMOS design analysis software.
SDC Publishes: Fundamentals of SolidWorks 2007
By Schroff Development Corporation
Schroff Development Corporation (SDC Publications) releases book on SolidWorks 2007.
Foster Refrigerators Designed With SolidWorks
By Foster Refrigerators
One of the largest commercial refrigerator manufacturers in Europe is using SolidWorks 3D CAD and COSMOS design analysis software.
SolidProfessor Releases 6 Courses for SolidWorks 2008
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor announces the release of its complete line of Bundled products for SolidWorks 2008.
Auto Racing Parts Maker Does Big Business Using SolidWorks
By SolidWorks
A small New Hampshire company making aftermarket parts for racing cars is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to perform like a larger company.
Barry-Wehmiller Partners with CADVenture to Expand Services
By Barry-Wehmiller International Resources
Barry-Wehmiller International Resources (BWIR) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with CADVenture of Cleveland, Ohio.
Tridaq Celebrates 10th Year as SolidWorks Midwest VAR
By Tridaq
This month marks the ten year anniversary for the reseller relationship between Tridaq, Inc. and SolidWorks Corporation, Tridaq announced.
SolidCAM Releases Version R11.2
By SolidCAM
SolidCAM announced the release of SolidCAM2007 R11.2.
CCE CAT5Works Supports 64-Bit SolidWorks
By CCE
CCE announced that it's SolidWorks Interoperability product, CAT5Works, has been updated to support 64-bit version of SolidWorks 2007.
Maverick Solutions Becomes a VAR Gold ConnectPress Sponsor
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Maverick Solutions and ConnectPress are proud to announce that Maverick Solutions has become a VAR Gold sponsor for the CATIA, SolidWorks, and Pro/E communities.
Quickparts Becomes a ConnectPress Platinum Community Sponsor
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
Quickparts has joined the ConnectPress CATIA, Inventor, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, Pro/ENGINEER, and UGS communities as a platinum community sponsor.
Maverick Solutions Expands Their CAD Software Package
By Maverick Solutions
Maverick Solutions expands their CAD software offering package with a remarkable design analysis tool.
Kubotek USA Announces New Reseller
By Kubotek USA
Kubotek USA announced the addition of a new Reseller in the Southwestern US and Mexico Integrated Manufacturing Technology – (IMT) a multinational VAR based in the Southwest United States.
Streamline Your Process
By CD-adapco
CD-adapco would like to invite you to a seminar on how, by using fast and automatic surface wrapping technology, you can significantly reduce the tedious and time-consuming work involved in preparing CAD for simulation.
Fluid Simulation Reduces Valve Prototype Development Time
By Flomerics
Shaw Aero Devices, Inc., Naples, Florida, saved at least $9000 and three months in prototyping costs by using Flomerics' EFD.Lab computational fluid dynamics (CFD) software.
Tractair Accelerates Brake System Development
By Tractair, Ltd.
Tractair, Ltd. is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to design the air and hydraulic brakes that farmers, construction workers, and others driving heavy duty tractors and off-road vehicles rely on to stop quickly and safely.
Force's Anti-Mine Vehicle Designed with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks
A monstrous vehicle developed in SolidWorks 3D CAD and COSMOSWorks design analysis software and used to detect and remove mines in troubled areas around the world is an "actor" in the recently released "Transformers" movie.
Burlington Technologies Speeds Engine Component Design
By SolidWorks
Burlington Technologies has cut new product development time in half using SolidWorks 3D CAD and PDMWorks Enterprise product data management software.
Tasonic Extends Reach of its Business
By Tasonic Industrial Corp.
Running over 10 years in various metal and plastic components industrial, Tasonic successfully expand its business to medical instrument industrial lately
Cyclone Licenses Software for its Green Engine Technology
By Cyclone Power Technologies Inc
Cyclone Power Technologies, Inc. announced that it has acquired a license for SolidWorks 3D CAD software for use in the design of its Green Revolution Engine.
Radio Flyer Uses SolidWorks Software to Reintroduce Classics
By Radio Flyer
Radio Flyer, the 90-year-old company famous for every kid's red wagon, is using SolidWorks software to continually design better versions of timeless products.
3D Systems Posts Agenda for World Conference
By 3D Systems Corporation
3D Systems announced it has posted a packed agenda with exciting classes and extensive hands-on training sessions, dynamic presenters ready to educate and inspire, comprehensive exhibits and plenty of valuable networking opportunities at the 3D Systems Users' World Conference.
Seemage Becomes a SolidWorks Solution Partner
By Seemage
Seemage, Inc. announced that the 4.2.1 release of the Seemage system is now compatible with SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
Alitex Brings Elegance to Gardens with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks
U.K.-based Alitex is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to design beautiful aluminum and glass greenhouses to withstand the elements for discerning gardeners around the world.
Irrigation Equipment Maker Trims Design Time with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks
Fresno Valves and Castings is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to shave weeks and, in some cases, months off the production cycle for its extensive line of irrigation products.
CATI, AME Jointly Contribute to Rockford Lutheran School
By CATI
Computer Aided Technology, Inc. (CATI) has announced a joint contribution with Advanced Machine & Engineering Co. (AME) to Rockford Lutheran School to start a class that teaches 3D computer aided design (CAD) skills.
SolidProfessor Releases SolidWorks Routing Training
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor, a SolidWorks Solution Partner, announced the release of its self-paced multimedia training course for SolidWorks Routing.
StructureWorks Ships Precast 2007 SP2 as SolidWorks Add-In
By StructureWorks, LLC
StructureWorks announced the release of StructureWorks Precast 2007 SP2.0, the latest version of its modeling, drawing automation, and enterprise data management system.
Engineering Fluid Dynamics for Education Offer by Flomerics
By Flomerics
Flomerics has announced that it has received an unprecedented response to its offer of providing its popular Engineering Fluid Dynamics (EFD) simulation software for teaching and research purposes.
University of Dundee Students Grasp 3D CAD Principles
By SolidWorks Corp.
University of Dundee (Scotland) engineering students are honing their 3D CAD skills and preparing for life after college with SolidWorks Education Edition software.
Capvidia Announces Bi-Directional STEP Translator
By Capvidia
Capvidia is proud to announce the release of a new bi-directional STEP AP 203/214 translator.
Bluebeam Software Releases Bluebeam PDF Revu 5.5
By Bluebeam Software
Bluebeam Software announced the release of Bluebeam PDF Revu 5.5 with new technology that simplifies PDF creation.
Injection of Bright Ideas Wins Top Medical Futures Award
By Brightworks
The Glide Solid Dose Injector (SDI) system, from Oxford based Glide Pharma, works by inserting a tiny rod of solid medication into the skin using a hand-held, reusable device.
SolidCAM Named Number 1 in Consistent Growth for CAM
By SolidCAM
According to the CIMdata "NC Software and Services Market Assessment Report Version 16," the worldwide CAM software market grew in 2006 at a rate of 6.9% over 2005.
PCMC Cuts Paper Machine Development Time
By Paper Converting Machine Company
Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC) is using SolidWorks 3D CAD, COSMOS design analysis, and PDMWorks Enterprise product data management (PDM) software.
CD-adapco Announces the Release of the STAR-CAD Series V4.12
By CD-adapco
CD-adapco announces the release of the STAR-CAD Series V4.12, a range of CAD and PLM-embedded simulation environments that allow engineers and designers to perform advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) analyses.
CADD Edge Opens Long Island Location for SolidWorks
By CADD Edge, Inc.
CADD Edge, Inc., Developer of the Mechanical Engineering Productivity Machine, announced it has opened additional office space in Bohemia, NY.
SolidProfessor Introduces Ask SolidProfessor Newsletter
By SolidProfessor
SolidProfessor introduces Ask SolidProfessor, a new interactive newsletter delivering SolidWorks tips and instruction to SolidWorks users worldwide.
AeroHydro Launches SurfaceWorks 6.6
By AeroHydro Inc.
The new SurfaceWorks 6.6, from AeroHydro Inc., greatly enhances surface flattening and pattern making capability.
ITI TranscenData launches CADIQ 5.0
By ITI TranscenData
ITI TranscenData has launched CADIQ 5.0, the latest version of its advanced 3D model comparison and product data quality tool.
CATI Opens New Facility in Brookfield, WI
By Computer Aided Technology
Computer Aided Technology, Inc. (CATI), the Nation’s original resource for SolidWorks, opened a new full-service facility in Brookfield, WI.
Geometric Acquires Intellectual Property
By Geometric Software
Geometric Software announced the acquisition of PLM adapters for enterprise integration from MeritSpring Technologies AG of Switzerland.
Hyphen Design, Ltd. Cuts Development Time with SolidWorks
By SolidWorks Corp.
Hyphen Design, Ltd. is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to develop a broad range of consumer, medical, and industrial products.
New Technology Training Center for SolidCAM
By SolidCAM
SolidCAM announced the opening of a new Technology Training Center ("TTC") in the Czech Republic.
Coast Guard Boat Builder uses SolidWorks Software
By SolidWorks Corp.
Kvichak Marine Industries of Seattle is using SolidWorks software to design a new 45-foot Coast Guard patrol boat.
BorgWarner Thermal Systems uses SolidWorks Software
By SolidWorks Corp.
BorgWarner Thermal Systems is using more than 40 licenses of SolidWorks 3D CAD software to design and manufacture cooling systems that make passenger vehicles and commercial trucks run cleaner.
The Possibilities of Adobe Acrobat 3D 8
By Dan Raker, ConnectPress Staff
See what ConnectPress found Adobe up to at BE Conference Europe.
Seemage and Axemble Partner to Improve Product Documentation
By Seemage
Seemage SA announced that it has appointed Axemble SA as a distributor of the entire Seemage product line.
Spicer Releases Imagenation 8.1 for Viewing, Scanning
By Spicer
Spicer Corporation, the leading developer of document productivity solutions, announced the release of Imagenation 8.1.
Pivot International Streamlines Overseas Collaboration
By SolidWorks
Pivot International has deployed SolidWorks PDMWorks Enterprise product data management software to streamline its global contract engineering program.
Zygote Develops Heart, Skeleton, Rest of Anatomy in 3D CAD
By Zygote Media Group
Zygote Media Group is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to ensure the term "anatomically correct" applies to the products its customers develop.
FreeDesign Receives Patent for FreeDimension Technology
Press Release By FreeDesign Inc.
FreeDesign announced the granting of a patent in the United States for the software's unique surface generation technology.
TraceParts Offers the First Suppliers' Parts Library
By TraceParts
TraceParts announces the immediate availability of free supplier collections and SketchUp models on Google 3D Warehouse.
SolidProfessor Becomes a ConnectPress Platinum Sponsor
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
SolidProfessor and ConnectPress Ltd. are pleased to announce that SolidProfessor, a leading provider of SolidWorks training courses, has become a Platinum Sponsor of the ConnectPress SolidWorks community.
SolidWorks 2008 Update Training
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
SolidWorks Community has joined forces with SolidProfessor to offer a special "Members Only" bonus!
Harvest Technologies Adds DuraForm EX
Press Release Submitted By Harvest Technologies
Harvest Technologies announced the addition of DuraForm EX to its SLS rapid prototyping and manufacturing material offerings.
NEW Antimony-Free QuickCast Investment Casting Patterns
Press Release By Express Pattern Inc.
Express Pattern announces that they are the only rapid prototyping company offering antimony-free QuickCast investment casting patterns.
Creaform and InnovMetrics Sign a Global Agreement
Press Release By Creaform Inc.
Creaform proudly announces a global partnership agreement with InnovMetric Software Inc.
RedEye RPM Delivers Instant Parts Quoting
Press Release By Stratasys Inc.
RedEye RPM announced that users of SolidWorks 3D design software can download a print driver from the RedEye Web site that enables instant parts quoting through the software application.
EatyourCAD Launches 'Ultimate' CAD Search Engines
Press Release By EatyourCAD
"In our continued effort to provide you with the best CAD Management resources, EatyourCAD is pleased to announce the launch of our new "Ultimate" CAD search engines.
Tormach Releases Newly Designed Machine Controller
Press Release By Tormach LLC
Tormach LLC, innovators of personal CNC technology, announced the release of its new CNC Machine Control software.
New GibbsCAM 5-Axis Module Demonstrated at EASTEC 2007
Press Release Submitted By Gibbs and Associates
Gibbs and Associates announced that a new GibbsCAM option, which supports 5-axis simultaneous milling, will be demonstrated at EASTEC 2007.
TransMagic R7 Released for CAD Interoperability
Press Release By Transmagic
TransMagic Inc., the leading developer of accurate and affordable 3D CAD translation and interoperability software announced the immediate availability of their Release 7 (R7) product line, the next generation in a line of high quality, efficient translation products.
GEOMATE Becomes a Gold Level ConnectPress Sponsor
By Amber Dunning, ConnectPress Media Coordinator
GEOMATE and ConnectPress are pleased to announce that GEOMATE a leading developer in engineering decision-support software solutions has become a Gold level sponsor for ConnectPress’ CATIA, Inventor, Solid Edge, SolidWorks, Pro/E, and UGS Communities.
Art, Science and Graphics Collide at Hayden Planetarium
Press Release Submitted By NVIDIA
Billions of years ago, explosive collisions in the cosmos shaped our solar system.