There is new functionality in SOLIDWORKS 2017called Convert to Bodies, that allows you to remove the feature history in a part, while retaining geometric references in the assembly. This new feature comes in handy if you have a simple assembly and you want it to one of your manufacturers, but don’t want to share the feature history of the part you designed. One option is to save out the part file as a neutral format file, [...]
In today’s blog post we are going to introduce three new enhancements to Parts and Features in SolidWorks 2017. The first one has to do with using Instances to Skip in patterns. When creating a pattern, SolidWorks would already give you the flexibility to remove a pattern instance by clicking on the pink spheres; this way you weren’t bound to the array produced. Although at times, depending on how many instances you wanted to skip, [...]
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/77doa3rhp6?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 FDM Nylon 6 delivers the best combination of strength and toughness among all Stratasys FDM materials. It combines the strength of ULTEM 9085 with the toughness of Nylon 12. [separator style_type="single" top_margin="10" bottom_margin="5" sep_color="" border_size="" icon="" icon_circle="" icon_circle_color="" width="" alignment="center" class="" id=""]
The next Cimquest Dynamic High-Efficiency Milling course is set to run April 11-13, 2017 at HFO Pittsburgh, Warrendale PA. If you are looking for more ways to stay competitive in today’s rapidly changing manufacturing environment it is imperative that you stay on top of new and emerging technologies. This new Manufacturing Training series will take you to the next level and improve your machining production. This training course will teach you how to implement, evaluate, [...]
And now it’s time to introduce you to another Cimquest employee, Jim Snodgrass. Jim is one of our 3D printer sales guys and here’s some more interesting facts about him. What are your responsibilities at Cimquest? Large Frame 3D Printer Sales What industry do you come from? CQ was my first real job after college. I’ve also done odd jobs including construction and being a waiter. Where are you from (hometown)? Born in Germany then [...]
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/k4jbcerwx2?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Converting a used sheet metal part back to its original flat pattern can be challenging due to the distortion and bending of used parts. Design X software provides tools to achieve this, allowing you to produce a complete manufacturing drawing of the original pattern. [separator style_type="single" top_margin="20" bottom_margin="30" sep_color="" border_size="" icon="" icon_circle="" icon_circle_color="" width="" alignment="center" class="" id=""]
The Go!Scan 3D portable handheld scanner delivers high-quality 3D models with reliable measurements. It weighs a little over 2lbs and has an ergonomic grip providing simple ease of use. Similar to Creaform’s HandyScan, it has a USB and power cable which connects directly to your laptop or workstation. Upon setup, typical objects can be scanned in 5 minutes or less. The Go!Scan operates with a white light (LED), which is great for capturing organic shapes [...]
https://cimquesttv.wistia.com/medias/nscq74770f?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Today in our Foundations of Cutting Metal video series we are going to analyze 4 test cuts in order to see the Effects of SFM. As you can see and hear, you can learn a lot about what is happening by listening and looking at the chips. [separator style_type="single" top_margin="20" bottom_margin="30" sep_color="" border_size="" icon="" icon_circle="" icon_circle_color="" width="" alignment="center" class="" id=""]