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Software training firm Infinite Skills Inc. last week introduced its "Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) Exam Training Tutorial," a course designed for experienced SolidWorks users, focusing on the objectives for achieving this entry-level certification in using the popular computer aided design (CAD) software. SolidWorks is a leader in the 3D CAD…

CADSoftTools is glad to present ABViewer 10, a new version of CAD files editor and converter. The 10th version includes the following features: Convenient navigation in 3D mode while viewing 3D models Supported formats: STEP, STP, IGES, IGS, BREP, STL, SAT (ACIS®) Export into OBJ and STL Copy with base point…

CADD Microsystems, an Autodesk Platinum Partner, today announced that it has launched the CADD Community, an online customer-only portal that integrates on-demand training, applications and extensions, videos and additional value-added content exclusively for its customers. The CADD Community was developed from a vision to provide customers access to not only on-demand…

Autodesk has enhanced its Simulation software portfolio with the addition of two new simulation products, Autodesk Nastran 2015 and Autodesk Nastran In-CAD 2015. Autodesk acquired NEi Software – and the NEi Nastran platform on which the products are based – in May 2014 in order to add additional structural analysis capabilities to the company’s growing simulation…

Cimatron Limited today announced its financial results for the second quarter and first six months of 2014.  Highlights of Cimatron’s results for these periods include the following: 24% year-over-year increase in non-GAAP operating profit for Q2, to a second quarter record of $2.0 million; 28% year-over-year increase in non-GAAP net…

The University of Michigan crossed the finish line in Minneapolis to win their eighth national championship in the 2014 American Solar Challenge. The team, which switched to Siemens product lifecycle management (PLM) software technology in 2013 as their primary tool for product design and development, successfully completed a seven-day course…

PTC today completed its acquisition of Axeda Corporation, a developer of solutions that securely connect machines and sensors to the cloud. Axeda's technology innovation, extensive customer base, and powerful partnerships directly complement the PTCThingWorx business, and will accelerate PTC's ability to deliver best-in-class solutions to its customers in the Internet of Things era. An innovator in…

3D Systems announced today that it has acquired American Precision Prototyping (APP) and sister company American Precision Machining (APM), both expert providers of rapid prototyping and advanced manufacturing, product development and engineering services, further extending its service bureau operations in the United States. Details of the transaction were not disclosed.…

Knovel announced the launch of Composites as a new subject area. Knovel's Composites subject area offers design, selection, analysis, testing, manufacturing and repair information related to composite materials compiled from a wide range of authoritative sources. Knovel's Composites subject area is a comprehensive collection of the information design and materials engineers need…

GRAPHISOFT® announced that its award-winning BIM presentation app, BIMx Docs, has been released for Android phones and tablets in Google Play.  This release makes BIMx Docs available on the largest installed base of any mobile OS in the world. This newest app hosts the same functionality as the iOS version,…