Just in Trace: SOLIDWORKS Autotrace tool
In this blog, I wanted to talk a little about a SOLIDWORKS tool known as Autotrace. Autotrace is an add-in that allows you to trace and convert images such as .jpegs and .bitmaps into […]
Desktop Metal Studio System: 3D-Printed Flexures
The Desktop Metal Studio System+ offers not only the convenience of office-friendly 3D printing, but the ability to 3D-print metal flexures. Flexure: (n.) A flexible feature (or combination of elements) within […]
3D Printing Jigs and Fixtures
When you need to put complex assemblies together that have a lot of different pieces it can be a challenge to do it efficiently, let alone easily. What makes a […]
Cable Information
Often times in SOLIDWORKS Schematic training and consulting I receive questions regarding marks or labels on cables or wires. What is better, which do you prefer or what is the norm […]
Upcoming Webinars
CATI hosts a number of events live online through Webex. Online events range from monthly SOLIDWORKS CATIpult sessions, PDM, 3DExperience, 3D Scanning, and 3D printing sessions. June Inspection Documentation: Create […]
What’s New: DraftSight 2019 – 2D Constraints
There have been many updates to help with the 2D construction of drawings and objects within this year’s release of DraftSight. In this case, those are the tools on the […]
Calculation of Abnormal Springs with SOLIDWORKS Simulation
In mechanical applications, springs are very common. Anything from spaceships to consumer products is likely to have a spring in it somewhere. For most purposes, springs can be expressed mathematically […]
Best Practices – FDM TPU 92A
TPU Material Handling Proper storage of the TPU material spool is critical. When removing TPU spools from the system, place the material spool in the Mylar bag as soon as […]