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Siemens News
Reaching Potential Engineers through Social Media
Summary by Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor
Dora Smith's new position directing online and social media for Siemens PLM's partner strategy team will help her spread the word about engineering.
Siemens PLM Releases Software Updates
Summary by Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor
Version 60.0 of the 2D Dimensional Constraint Manager and Profile Geometry Manager is now available.
Siemens Software Used By Auto Show Exhibitors
Press Release Issued by Siemens PLM
According to Siemens, 90 percent of the automotive OEMs at the North American International Auto Show use Siemens technology.
Cube 3D Named Among “Best of CES”
Press Release Issued by 3D Systems
3D Systems Cube 3D was one of the finalists in the 2012 "Best of CES" awards.
Siemens and Frontal Software Partner Up
Press Release Issued by Siemens PLM
The partnership agreement will allow the companies to help clients accelerate their adoption of PLM solutions in the Indian Market.
Industry News
Hydro-Mechanical Manufacturer Adopts Costimator
Press Release Issued by MTI Systems
McNally Industries has announced that it will be using MTI Systems to increase their estimating speed, and enhance the accuracy of their quotations.
Users Making the Switch to Solid Edge
Summary by Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress Editor
Archway convinces many to make the switch to Solid Edge.
Simufact Commits to Strengthening R&D Division
Press Release Issued by Simufact
Simufact has hired a new head of research and development to bring more experience and leadership to the department.
Costimator Helps MCG Improve Quotations
Press Release Issued by MTI Systems
Portugal manufacturer MCG is using MTI Systems' Costimator to improve its quotation system and eliminate unnecessary data tracking.
RobEOL Offers Advanced Control Panel Testing Capabilities
Press Release Issued by Battenberg ROBOTIC
Battenberg ROBOTIC has launched a new version of its RobEOL solution for control unit testing.
Siemens Partner News
Tacton Systems Adds New VP of Professional Services
Press Release Issued by Tacton Systems
Tacton Systems has announced that it has added Magnus Walldén as it new VP of Professional Services.
Geometric Launches JT-based Mobile Viewer App
Press Release Issued by Geometric
Geometric has launched its Glovius 3D visualization tool for iPad, iPhone and Android.
FCI Adds 3D Downloadable Models to its Website
Press Release Issued by TraceParts
With the help of TraceParts FCI has added 3D downloadable models and a 3D viewer to its website.
Datakit Announces Support for Heterogeneous CAD Conversions
Press Release Issued by Datakit
Datakit has announced that CrossManager 2012 is now a fully embedded component of Datakit SDK.
Apache Design Offers Free Classes at DesignCon
Press Release Issued by Apache Design
Apache Design has announced it will offer two complimentary Chip-Package-System Workshops at DesignCon.
User News
Tom Lazear Reflects on a Lifetime of Working in CAD Tom Lazear Reflects on a Lifetime of Working in CAD
Compiled by Brock Haroldson, ConnectPress editor
The CEO of Archway Systems talks about his favorite CAD tools and his outlook on the future of the industry.
Expand Your Solid Edge and NX Skills

Design Visionaries has introduced two new books on NX 7.5 and Solid Edge ST2.
Chrysler's PLM Switch

A look at Chrysler's decision to adopt Siemens' PLM platform.
Social Media Solutions for the Aerospace Industry

Lockheed Martin senior manager Carl Fink discusses how his company uses social media to solve problems within his organization.
Teamcenter Brings Structure to Company’s Project Management

With Teamcenter assisting in project management and NX in the design process, Black Diamond continues to deliver competitive products.
Q & A
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You tube of transition sheet metal part
Can someone post a you tube presentation of how to model a transition sheetmetal part that works. You must explain the steps. Thanks I…
Number of drawing sheets in NX5
How many drawing sheets can you have in one NX5 file? http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=314871…
Shaded with Visible Edges Not Working
I have run into this problem a number of times, but have not figured out what causes it. Often I will have the Shaded with…
Drafting Hidden Line Question
I’m running NX 7.5 with Teamcenter Integration. When placing views onto the drafting sheet, the default is hidden line invisible. Typically, I manually click the…
How to Use Solid Edge st4?
I am trying to learn Solid Edge st4 and I need help using the loft and sweep cut command. How can I get started? http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AqioVHN.3r1BJhae3qxUkIMjzKIX;_ylv=3?qid=20120108200612AAGViw1…
Adding Spreadsheet File in NX Drafting
Using a Tabular Note, I added contents from an excel sheet to my drawing. I would like to also copy the cell format. Is this…
DWG Conversion Scaling Issue
I’ve created some Solid Edge drawings and converted them into dwg files. The files look good but they have been scaled up so the measurements…
Page Navigator – Drafting Sheets Numbering Order
In Page Navigator, how can I move the sheets of the drawing in numerical order, from page 1 to page 15? http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=313301…
Display DDM Attributes in Solid Edge
Configure the title block in Solid Edge …

Holding People Accountable for Portfolio Decisions
In this issue, I will elaborate on …

In the Que: Quickparts 2011 Year In Review
Quickparts takes a look back at news …

Intel and AMD Make Personnel Changes
A look at what's in store for …

First Reactions to Nexus PLM and the Integrated PLM Trend
Oleg gets his hands on Autodesk's Nexus …

Hybrids Hot Commodity at Detroit Auto Show
Many new hybrid vehicles were introduced at …

Test Hydrostatic Loads in Femap
Learn how to use an equation to …

What's to Come in 2012?
According to Siemens, Autodesk, Dassault, PTC and …

SpaceMouse Pro Review Reveals Best 3D Mouse Yet
Applications Engineer Rick Holets tests out the …

Reuse Geometry in Solid Edge
Reuse parts by copying them into a …