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SOLIDWORKS PDM Jul 24, 2025

Although the method for moving files and folders in SOLIDWORKS PDM is the same as it would be in any other File Explorer location (drag and drop), restructuring the PDM Vault requires a user to have various levels of permissions. Without these permissions, warnings similar to the one below will be generated.

SOLIDWORKS PDM Jul 17, 2025

When a new or existing user requires read or edit access to files, several layers of permissions are necessary. Without the appropriate permissions, the user could experience a blank folder, a lack of visibility to folders entirely, and the inability to add or modify files to the SOLIDWORKS PDM vault. Let’s take the complexity out of this setup by going over each layer separately.  

SOLIDWORKS CAD Jul 15, 2025

Proper SOLIDWORKS training can transform your ability to design precise, professional models, whether you’re working on simple parts or intricate assemblies. In this article, we’ll provide insights and recommendations for effectively modeling basic parts, presenting foundational techniques and tools in SOLIDWORKS that you can start applying today.

SOLIDWORKS CAD Jun 09, 2025

Once you've downloaded SOLIDWORKS (Check out our guide for how to install SOLIDWORKS), the Installation Manager will launch. Select the last option Download and Share. This will give you the complete file set to upgrade any product, as well as create the Administrative Image. 

MANUFACTURING Apr 08, 2025

By combining The Logic Factory’s deep knowledge in supply chain optimization with GoEngineer’s cutting-edge design, engineering and manufacturing solutions, the partnership will help businesses streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and improve overall performance.

DriveWorks Apr 03, 2025

Documents are some of the most powerful features available in DriveWorks, greatly expanding the capabilities of your projects. With these documents, you can create an Excel file that contains your Bill of Materials, shipping labels, quotes to send to your customers, export data to a SQL database, and so much more. There are three types of Documents: Files, Data, and 3D Documents. Each corresponds to different pieces of functionality. 

SOLIDWORKS PDM Apr 01, 2025

SOLIDWORKS PDM administrators can configure user and group accounts in such a way as to control which users have access to the full history of versions, just the latest version or only versions that have been released as revisions. This article explains the settings involved and how to create the access a user or group should have.

3D Printing PolyJet Mar 10, 2025

As additive manufacturing continues to emerge in the medical sector, companies like Stratasys have developed advanced 3D printers and digital anatomy materials that replicate human bone and tissue characteristics. Surgeons use this technology for patient-specific pre-surgical practice—raising concerns about validating the accuracy of 3D printed anatomical models. 

DriveWorks Feb 05, 2025

DriveWorks Data Management is a component of DriveWorks Pro that allows control over the data stored in a DriveWorks shared or individual group. With Data Management, users can directly control project files, CAD files, specifications, etc., which are being accessed by the other DriveWorks applications such as Administrator, Live, Autopilot, and User.