SolidCAM 2009 Boot Camp Seminar

ModernTech Mechanical invites you to attend SolidCAMP 2009, a FREE seminar on the release of the Newest and Best Version EVER - SolidCAM 2009!

Learn survival techniques with SolidCAM Professor Sidney Eisner while enjoying the world's largest private collection of vintage and modern motorcycles and Lotus racecars - the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum

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• SolidCAM - a SolidWorks-certified Gold Product with seamless, single-window integration and full associativity to SolidWorks parts, assemblies and configuration manager. \
• A complete range of major manufacturing applications ranging from 2.5D Milling to simultaneous 5-axis Milling, Turning, MillTurn and WireEDM.
• Over 25 years of development. Simply the best, easiest to use and easiest to learn CAM Software for SolidWorks users.
  Seminar Agenda

Seminar Agenda

• Find out what’s new in SolidCAM 2009, the most powerful version ever – with over 100 improvements!
• Get through the obstacle course with Tips and Tricks from SolidCAM Professor Sidney Eisner.
• Sneak preview on the upcoming version SolidCAM 2010.
• \Crack the code of SolidCAM’s I-Machining, HSM and HSS Modules.

Join us for this free seminar to get the jump on your competitors and be eligible to win free SolidCAM 2.5D Mill Professional with 3 years Maintenance and unlimited SolidCAM Professor access, $7100 value

WIN Door Prizes such as High-Performance Cutting Tools from GW Schultz and Gift Certificates from the Bass Pro Shop next door to the museum.

MEET personally with local SolidCAM reseller CAMcad Technologies personnel and learn what they offer in terms of support, training, and consulting services.

TECH TIP

TOPIC: Applying legacy textures in SolidWorks 2009

In SolidWorks 2008, there were textures like knurl and crust, as well as threads that could be applied to faces. In SolidWorks 2009, textures have been replaced with appearances for editing. However, what if you still want the legacy textures? They are still available for use with a couple of extra steps!

Procedure:

1. With SolidWorks open > expand the task pane > pick the appearance tab icon (looks like a beach ball)
2. Pick the 'Appearances' icon at the top of the list and then the 'Add File Location' above it on the title menu
3. Browse to data\images\textures
4. A list of all the SolidWorks textures should be in the tree view on the right. To apply them to a model drag and drop them in the graphics area and pick one of the references from the popup menu (part, feature, etc.) to apply.

Beta Testing Tips

So, you have signed-up to be a SolidWorks 2010 Beta Tester. Here are some tips to get you off to a great start!

There are some considerations/best practices to keep in mind when testing for a beta release. First, do not run a beta release synchronous to a production release on a computer. Once files are converted to the newer version they cannot be taken backwards to the production version. Work only on copied files in directories created specifically for beta testing, and be sure to backup all toolbox and data locations before beginning. While testing the interface and the ‘new functionality’ is important, first focus on the areas that are important to your business and everyday usage of the application. These are the areas that bugs will affect your business the most and submitting these bugs early in a beta release will help insure that they are addressed in a timely manner and prevent down time or loss of functionality.

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Find out how easy it is to move to SolidWorks and become more efficient and competitive. And, for a limited time you can qualify for significant savings on SolidWorks CAD software.*

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Register by July 31st, 2009 to take advantage of a complimentary personalized design productivity assessment. We’ll analyze your business and discuss the return on investment thousands of companies like yours have achieved by moving to SolidWorks.

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Tech Tip

Topic: Tongue and Groove

The lip/groove command can be used to generate a tongue and groove feature.

Procedure: Use the lip/groove command twice, once on each side.

Notes: The lip/groove command controls all of the dimensions including taper angles and gaps.

Join us for this no-cost event to learn advanced techniques in

3D design, analysis, printing and scanning.

There are 4 educational sessions available to attend including:

• Advanced SolidWorks functionality
• Advanced SolidWorks Simulation techniques
• Using Z Corporation 3D Printing for manufacturing real world parts
• Turning Scan Data into a parametric model using Z Corporation RapidFormand Z Scanner

Attend 1 or all 4. It’s up to you!

Also joining us for a special Show ‘N Tell session, are local firms who design in 3D. These firms will share with you their favorite designs, some challenges they face, and most importantly why they love SolidWorks.

This is a no-cost event and includes food, fun and giveaways.This is not a sales event! No sales pitches will be heard- welcome to an anxiety-free educational event!

If you design in SolidWorks, perform analysis with SolidWorks Simulation, or outsource your prototypes - don’t miss this event! Don’t use SolidWorks or Z Corporation products but are considering a transition? This event is for you too!

Huntsville Museum of Art, Huntsville, AL

June 25, 2009 4pm - 8pm

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