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Offloaded Simulation allows you to solve your SOLIDWORKS Studies on another...
SOLIDWORKS Simulation 2017 introduces SOLIDWORKS Offloaded Simulation where you can solve a study on another computer to free up resources on your machine for parallel tasks. The equation solving...
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How to Get Coupon Codes for FREE CSWA and CSWP Exams Every 6 Months
There are various levels of certifications available in the SOLIDWORKS Certification Program: CSWA – Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate There are two additional CSWA specialized exams for Simulation and...
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CPQ for Manufacturing with DriveWorks
Online 3D CPQ for Manufacturing DriveWorks configurator software is the ultimate choice in 3D CPQ for manufacturing. DriveWorks software is optimized for sales and engineering teams and has been...
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How to obtain the dimension size of an image in centimeters or inches
In some instances, the actual image dimension size is required in centimeters or inches instead of the number of pixels. In this example the image is going to be imported at a 1:1 scale into a...
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Why is my SOLIDWORKS Sketch Pattern Under Defined?
In general, it’s good practice to create a Feature Pattern rather than creating all of the geometry in a single sketch with a Sketch Pattern. Sketch Patterns are usually slower to rebuild than Feature...
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SOLIDWORKS Section View makes my model appear hollow?
If you’ve used the SOLIDWORKS Section View tool and noticed that your model appears hollow, similar to a surface body, this has to do with the Section Cap options. Section View Shown as Hollow This is...
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The “Easy Bake” recipe for Displaying Cosmetic Threads
Are SOLIDWORKS Cosmetic Threads a ‘Nice to have’, or a ‘Nuisance’? Depending on your organizations standards, SOLIDWORKS Cosmetic Threads can be a life-saver or a nuisance. The nuisance factor may be...
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Where are the hidden settings for the display of SOLIDWORKS Cosmetic Threads?
If you had interest in my previous article: The “Easy Bake” recipe for Displaying Cosmetic Threads, you may be wondering where to find the four settings that were mentioned. This article will help you...
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SOLIDWORKS Arc Dimension
Sometimes you need to add a SOLIDWORKS Arc Length Dimension. This can be done in both Sketch and Drawing environments. The Smart Dimension tool, with the correct selections, is used to create a...
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How to use a Solid Body as a Profile for a Cut Sweep in SOLIDWORKS
Did you know that you can use a Solid Body to perform a Swept Cut? If you usually work with multi-body parts, you will find this tool very handy to complete your designs. Under the SOLIDWORKS Cut Sweep...
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SOLIDWORKS Selecting Transparent Components with the Shift key
Changing the transparency or adding transparent appearances to components helps to see inside your assemblies. However you’ll notice that if you try to select transparent components you will likely...
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SOLIDWORKS Simulation Results Save Location
The SOLIDWORKS Simulation Results Save Location can be specified in the simulation options. In this post I’ll explain how to save the results, the options available to you, and the best practice when...
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Take the Javelin 20 Challenge
In celebration of Javelin’s 20th Anniversary this year, we are planning a lot of fun “20-themed” activities across Canada in the upcoming months. One of the activities is the Javelin 20 Challenge. We...
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How to flip a SOLIDWORKS Section View Direction
As a designer or drafter we need to know the correct projection of the orthogonal views in drawings. There are two projection methods: First Angle and Third Angle. Depending on where on the globe we...
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Dimensioning in Style (with SOLIDWORKS Dimension Styles)
Often times, SOLIDWORKS Dimension Styles are passed without notice because it is quite easy to get the job done without using them. However, they can be used for dimensions that have very common notes...
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Design Automation Software: Why It’s a Game-Changer for Manufacturers
Steiner Technologies produces a family of automatic back boring tools called the Autofacer®. They have been using DriveWorks since 2010. In a recent blog post, they explained how DriveWorks has...
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Is your SOLIDWORKS Sketch Dimension difficult to Delete or Modify?
To delete a SOLIDWORKS Sketch Dimension you typically select the dimension and hit Delete. To edit the value of the dimension you would double-click on the value to open the Modify dialog. SOLIDWORKS...
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SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Gusset Tool
The SOLIDWORKS Sheet Metal Gusset tool can quickly add various size and shaped gussets to your bent parts. In this example I have a 90deg bend, but it also works on acute and obtuse angles. SOLIDWORKS...
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Javelin and SOLIDWORKS Celebrate Women in Engineering
The 23rd of June marks an important day for the support of women in engineering. Thanks to the Women’s Engineering Society, today is recognized as “International Women in Engineering Day”, where we can...
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Javelin’s 20th Anniversary Celebrations Across Canada
July 3rd, 2017 marked the official 20th Anniversary of Javelin Technologies Inc. To celebrate this milestone in true Javelin style, we hosted fun parties in 11 cities across Canada with our customers,...
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