SolidWorks Express Newsletter

January 20, 2009

In this issue:

	HANDS-ON TEST DRIVE: Take SolidWorks 3D CAD software for a spin.

	DOWNLOAD 3D GUIDE: Get tips on how to implement 3D CAD within your company.

	SOLIDWORKS WORLD 2009: Don't miss this opportunity to receive a COMPLIMENTARY pass.

SolidWorks World 2009

COMPLIMENTARY EXHIBIT HALL PASS: Don't miss this special offer to attend the annual user conference and exposition in Orlando, FL, February 8-11. Use the promotional code "SWEX09118" when registering to receive a complimentary pass >> SolidWorks World

Hands-on Test Drive

SHIFT YOUR DESIGNS INTO HIGH GEAR: You are invited to try the suite of SolidWorks products and experience for yourself just how easy designing in 3D really is.

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SolidWorks 2009

CAD TIPS

>	Lift a Layout: You can copy an entire layout tab from one 2D drawing to another. Right-click on a layout tab in the destination drawing and select the From Template option >>
>	Picky Pickfirst: The PICKFIRST system variable controls when you select objects relative to starting a command. When PICKFIRST is set to 0, you select objects after you start a command. When PICKFIRST is set to 1 (on), you can select objects either before or after starting a command >>
>	SHX Sleuthing: When you send a 2D drawing off to other users, it’s good practice to use the Pack and Go or eTransmit to bundle up all the associated files >>
>	3D CAD Tips: Find handy SolidWorks Technical Tips here >>

SOLIDWORKS WORLD 2009 - CONFERENCE & EXPOSITION

>	Video Highlights: View the video highlights of SolidWorks World 2008 to learn more and see glimpses of last year's excitement >>
>	Tips, Tricks and More: With more than 150 technical breakout and hands-on sessions, there's something for everyone at SolidWorks World. View a complete list of session topics and descriptions >>
>	Keynote Speaker: Sir Richard Branson, Founder and President, Virgin Group, will headline 11th annual user conference. The keynote will be part of the general session on February 9 >>

ENGINEER-to-ENGINEER

>	Video - Barry-Wehmiller International Resources: Designing, visualizing, and configuring large assemblies, which can total 20,000 to 30,000 individual components, in the development of a wide range of automated manufacturing systems and packaging equipment >>
>	Partner Case Study - Concept Center International: If you’re introducing a big-ticket home and garden product, it had better be on the store shelves well before Memorial Day, when the ground is still hard and the days are still short >>
>	Try BluePrint Now: Create, load, review and edit drawings online from anywhere >>

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