APRIL 2010 http://www.trimechsolutions.com
 
 
SolidWorks 2010 - Let's Go Data Management

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SERVICE PACKS:
• SolidWorks 2009 - SP5.
• SolidWorks 2010 - SP2.1
 
 
 
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April 20 | 2-3 PM
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SolidWorks Essentials
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TECH TIPS & RESOURCES
Updating the Convert and Print Task Add-in in Enterprise PDM:
When you upgrade an Enterprise PDM file vault to a new service pack (or version) - the existing convert and print task add-in (SWTaskAddIn) will not automatically update with latest version. If you do not update the add-in, it is possible that fixes done to the task add-in may not apply to the upgraded vault. To ensure you are running the latest, updated version of the task add-in (SWTaskAddIn), do as follows after the vault upgrade: 1. Verify which version of the current task add-in is used by right-clicking the enterprise tray icon > task host configuration: - If it is 2010 SP0 - version would read 2010000523 - If it is 2010 SP1 - version would read 2010010616 - If it is 2010 SP2 - version would read 2010020714
If using an old version, you need to upgrade the existing task add-in in the vault:
1. Open administration tool on a upgraded client - log in as Admin.  2. File > open > browse to c:\program files\solidworks enterprise pdm\default data\  3. Load the "Convert_GB.cex" file.  4. Drag-and-drop SWTaskAddIn to the add-ins node (not the convert task). Select Yes to update the existing add-in.  5. Verify via the task host configuration that the updated add-in is loaded.  6. On clients that act as task host it is recommended to exit enterprise and log in again to the view to ensure the updated add-in is loaded.

 
SolidWorks Enterprise PDM with Mouse Gestures:
You can use a mouse gesture as a shortcut to execute a command, similar to a keyboard shortcut. Once you learn command mappings, you can use mouse gestures to invoke mapped commands quickly. Every function available in the in-context menu offered by the SolidWorks Enterprise add-in can be assigned to a mouse gesture in SolidWorks 2010. To reassign a mouse gesture command in SolidWorks: 1. Create a new document 2. Load the SolidWorks Enterprise PDM add-in 3. Click Tools > Customize… and select the Mouse Gestures tab. 4. Set Category to Enterprise PDM 5. Click the Command column header to sort the commands 6. Choose one of the mouse gesture directions to reassign, and in the row for the new command 7. By default, four directions are available. Select 8 gestures to assign commands for eight gesture directions. 8. Click OK to save.
 

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PRODUCT OFFERINGS

TriMech can assist in turning your old CAD drawings into SolidWorks Models:

Wouldn’t it be nice to have your company’s product line converted to 3D so you can reuse or bring older parts into your PDM system. Many of our clients focus on new product design in 3D after the purchase of SolidWorks, but what about the designs and file libraries prior to implementing SolidWorks? Now you can have that done for you - contact your account manager to learn more: sales@trimech.com

New Partnership!
TriMech now offers Fortus 3D Production System Printers by Stratasys


Learn more about how Fortus 3D Production Systems uses Stratasys FDM® (fused deposition modeling) technology and real engineering thermoplastics to build the most accurate, durable parts of any additive fabrication system.
Contact TriMech for more information and be one of the first to schedule a demonstration.

                                                  


DIMENSION 3D PRINTING CLIENT CASE STUDY  

  • Ioxus uses a Dimension 3D printer to manufacture fixtures, marketing models, and prototype molds.
     (Fixtures, Concept Models and Prototyping)
    
 Order Dimension printing supplies on-line, please email: Dimension Printer Supplies
ACCOUNT MANAGER - CONTACT INFO

NC - Raleigh Office:       Larry Snyder, 919.806.8886
NC - Charlotte Office:    Meric Gambel, Will Gregg, 704.503.6644
GA Office:
                         Mike Opel , 678.553.6260    

 
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SolidWorks Simulation
SolidWorks Enterprise PDM
3DVIA Composer

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