SOLIDWORKS 2020 introduced a new “Detail” mode for drawings. It allows you to open a SOLIDWORKS drawing much faster than ever before. However, the SOLIDWORKS PDM Convert Task doesn’t take advantage of this new feature. At least it doesn’t out of the box. If you find your Convert Task is a bottle neck, you can take advantage of this new feature by modifying the task’s advanced scripting options. By implementing Detailing mode, you’ll have a faster SOLIDWORKS convert task with […]
Bulk add variables – SOLIDWORK PDM Pro Vault
If you have ever taken the SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional administration class, you know that in the very first lesson, SOLIDWORKS recommends that you make a nice, little chart pre-planning your variables. You are supposed to make a list of variables, the variable types and some notes on how that variable should be used. This certainly is a good idea. Good planning makes a good vault. You’re proud of your list. Lots of variables. Lots of time putting it all together… […]
What’s new in PDM Pro 2018 API
My inbox has been blowing up since my last PDM API blog post talking about the new ability to add and customize a new PDM Pro tab in the user interface. Since you all showed me so much love, I thought I would return the favor and go through the other new APIs that are in PDM Pro 2018. (You can always find this information yourself through the release notes, but I’m going to try to give you some real-world […]
InFlow introduces EPDM Virtual Training classes
InFlow (with our parent company CATI) has begun to offer Enterprise PDM classes over the web. The classes are held using a virtual training lab. Using the virtual training lab, attendees will have their own machine, just as if they are sitting in our training room. They log into the machine and can view the instructor presentations and participate in exercises. The instructor can even toggle to attendee workstations to watch and advise during the exercises. The technology is really […]
