Modernise woodworking with SWOOD to reduce waste, speed up production, eliminate errors, and unlock creative freedom with seamless CAD/CAM integration.
Uncover the secrets of SOLIDWORKS configurations and learn how to model different versions of designs quickly in SOLIDWORKS.
Redundant constraints within a mechanism are snakes, ready to strike at any moment... Does MSC Adams provide the antidote?
Understanding what your inspection team does can reveal significant opportunities to streamline production, reduce errors, and improve quality control.
Choosing the right CAM software boosts precision, workflow, and ROI. Look for usability, CAD integration, toolpath control, and strong support to stay competitive.
Discover the principles of design optimisation and how the 'best' may not be the only solution...
Automate SWOOD Nesting to boost efficiency, cut waste, and streamline CNC workflows, saving time and costs while scaling production with precision.
Five years is a long time! Find out what's happened to SOLIDWORKS and the best changes to the industry-standard CAD software.
Learn more about the master modelling technique, used to create references to existing parts to ensure adequate fit.
There's no need to go around in circles. Learn how to identify and resolve circular references in SOLIDWORKS to avoid performance issues.
Back up your SOLIDWORKS Electrical data automatically using the Environment Archiver, ensuring a reliable restore point for all critical project data.
‘A sharing violation occurred while accessing an unnamed file’ is an error which you might see when using SOLIDWORKS Simulation, here is how to avoid it.
How the 3DEXPERIENCE platform organises CAD data compared with Windows File Explorer, and the key terminology and hierarchy differences.
SolidCAM boosts CNC turning with precise toolpaths, simulation, and mill-turn support, cut faster, smarter, and deliver high-quality parts with ease.
Streamline uploads, control hierarchy and ensure properties align with these four ways to pre-convert your SOLIDWORKS files for 3DEXPERIENCE compatibility.
Find & activate SOLIDWORKS Xpress products in five simple steps. Xpress tools come with every seat of SOLIDWORKS and unlock additional functionality.
Assess your SOLIDWORKS skills, boost your confidence, and enhance the value of your CV with SOLIDWORKS Certification Exams.
How much time and resource could you recover by better managing your data?
Discover how to verify and update your graphics card driver on Windows 11 to boost SOLIDWORKS performance and reduce instability.
Discover the most significant update to technical drawings since the dawn of CAD...
Is it worth the risk? Discover why robust data management must be at the heart of any contemporary engineering operation.
Discover the ultimate platform for G-code verification, shop floor management, and machine monitoring to control, monitor, and maximise your manufacturing productivity.
Learn about the latest enhancements to online CAD tools in 2025.
Master Sliding Head machining with expert tips, best practices, and insights to boost precision, efficiency, and productivity in high-tolerance parts.
Boost efficiency in manufacturing with SolidCAM’s seamless CAD integration, cut errors, speed up production, and streamline your workflow from design to part.
Circuitworks is now available in all versions of SOLIDWORKS. Discover the new enhancements here.
Discover the key considerations when planning for a data migration.
Discover the worst-kept secret to boosting CNC productivity - cut cycle times by 70%, extend tool life, and optimise CNC performance for both 2D and 3D machining!
Discover the foundation of successful design teams and how you can implement effective data management systems.
Learn about all of the new assembly modelling enhancements coming in SOLIDWORKS 2025
Discover the latest challenges facing start-ups in 2025 and what tools help successful businesses to navigate and overcome these.
Learn how to modify your SOLIDWORKS serial number in this guide.
Stop sharing your secrets and protect your IP before sending CAD files off with this simple SOLIDWORKS tool!
Discover all the latest features and updates as we explore what's new in SOLIDWORKS Visualize 2025!
Discover how to revision files and manage product release data in SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.
Discover why SOLIDWORKS remains such a popular 3D CAD tool and the benefits of switching to SOLIDWORKS in 2025
Simulation has transformed product design, helping engineers reduce costs and improve reliability. Tools like SOLIDWORKS Simulation are essential for enhancing performance and minimising risk.
What are the benefits of a SOLIDWORKS subscription with Solid Solutions? Find out more about how you can make the most of a subscription here.
We’ve asked our expert data management consultants what tips they’d recommend to those users who want to unlock the secrets of SOLIDWORKS PDM.
Find information about how to check your SOLIDWORKS subscription status, change your account details, and raise new support tickets through your MySolidSolutions account.
Check out the latest improvements available to you in DraftSight 2025.
Discover how the TriMech Group is transforming manufacturing with the UK's largest MFJ manufacturing capacity expansion to date!
Learn how the new collaboration tools coming in 2025 can streamline your design process.
Struggling to understand the difference between SOLIDWORKS licencing types? In this blog we break down the difference for you.
Read to discover which trial is right for you: Choose from a 30-Day Desktop or 7-Day Online Trial.
Learn how to create an exploded view of an assembly in SOLIDWORKS with this beginner-friendly tutorial.
Are you looking to take your design review process to the next level? Discover the products which you can use to put yourself directly into a virtual environment with powerful VR tools.
While we recommend using a Windows operating system, there are ways you can install and use SOLIDWORKS on MacOS.
Check out the latest enhancements for parts & features coming in SOLIDWORKS 2025
Discover why professional workstations are the best choice for SOLIDWORKS users.
Learn more about the improvements coming to SOLIDWORKS Simulation and Plastics in SOLIDWORKS 2025.
Use a script to automate your SQL Express backups, keeping your PDM Standard vault safe from data loss.
This blog details our up-to-date guidance for SOLIDWORKS PDM hardware.
Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all of us at Solid Solutions! Over the Christmas break we will be answering emails requesting support during limited opening hours.
Learn how to deactivate and transfer your SOLIDWORKS license for use on different computers.
Discover how to use the surface sweep and intersection curve commands to create a bauble with advanced helical pattern.
Let's address a few of the common concerns around Microsoft SQL server licensing and equip you with what you need to know.
Discover how to use CAEfatigue to take transient study data and calculate the minimum clearance between two components.
Work through our checklist of recommended what to do after installing SOLIDWORKS to get the most out of SOLIDWORKS 2025.
We’ve picked out 10 of the best enhancements and learn how SOLIDWORKS Manage 2025 will help improve your Bill of Materials, Engineering Process and Project Management capabilities.
SOLIDWORKS PDM 2025 brings improvements for Administrators and Users alike, check out this blog to discover why you need to update.
The following guide takes you through the process of cleanly installing SOLIDWORKS 2025.
Upgrading to SOLIDWORKS 2025? Read these FAQs first!
If you need to move a sketch in SOLIDWORKS, then you may find that it can be surprisingly tricky! But after you learn this tip, you'll never need to worry about moving a sketch again!
SOLIDWORKS 2025 is here! So it’s important to check in on your hardware and make sure it will serve you well and most importantly, that it can run SOLIDWORKS 2025 happily.
Want to download Visualize to make photorealistic renders? Follow this guide for accessing your Visualize serial number that comes bundled in with SolidWorks Professional and Premium.
Discover the new features and performance upgrades for Sheet Metal design coming in SOLIDWORKS 2025
Discover the three most important updates to SOLIDWORKS Electrical 2025.
Dassault Systemes plan to end support for SOLIDWORKS products on Windows 10 at the same time as Microsoft stops providing support for both users and software developers...
Learn how to create 3D Documents and generate dynamic form previews in DriveWorks.
Part numbering is often approached by designers without necessarily considering the purpose of a part number within an organisation the wider supply chains.
Discover how to use the Connector Library Exchange tool to import & export connectors between different installations of SWOOD Design.
Discover the secret to programming robotic motion and how the Mate Controller helps you to create assemblies quickly in SOLIDWORKS.
SOLIDWORKS 2025 is nearly here, and with it comes a huge number of improvements that have been chosen directly from user feedback. Keep reading to discover our favourite features and learn how SOLIDWORKS 2025 will help accelerate your design process.
Discover how to predict potential failure points and optimise product designs to enhance durability and provide peace of mind to the consumer with this SOLIDWORKS Simulation tutorial.
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What's the difference between a glued contact and a touching contact? Read on to find out! You didn't think we'd spoil a punchline here, did you?
Learn how to add realism quickly in SOLIDWORKS Visualize with these 3 top tips!
Can SOLIDWORKS Motion help to improve your bowling accuracy?
Discover how to use Enterprise Item Numbers and auto-naming to enhance your workflow.
Three students. One design. You decide who will be victorious.
Discover how Vanity Hall streamlined production by using SWOOD and Solid Solutions.
Here's what you missed at the Materials & Finishes Show 2024.
Improve the performance of your simulations in MSC Nastran with this simple trick!
SOLIDWORKS serial numbers can be found within the Help section of your SOLIDWORKS session and within your Windows Registry.
Discover the three key benefits SOLIDWORKS Composer and how they apply to businesses in any industry.
Discover the best neutral file formats to use when exporting files from SOLIDWORKS.
Discover the companies who are using SOLIDWORKS to benefit the Recycling & Waste Management industry.
Discover how to boost your efficiency by chaining simulations together.
Packaging design is a core component of the modern Easter Weekend. See how we hatched a plan to design and produce our own Easter egg using SOLIDWORKS.
DriveWorks World is the biggest DriveWorks technical event of the year, and tickets are FREE for all active DriveWorks subscription customers! This two-day digital event always puts a large focus on sharing knowledge, technical know-how, and automati...
As you look to reduce your time to market, SOLIDWORKS PDM frees up your resources by keeping processes ticking over in the background. Let’s break it down.
What are the best graphics cards settings for SOLIDWORKS? We’ll discuss how to improve performance and which cards you should buy in this article.
Discover how to find internal volumes in SOLIDWORKS in this short tutorial.
Discover the 10 main reasons why Startups are using SOLIDWORKS in 2024
Discover the companies who are designing with SOLIDWORKS across Wales.
Discover how MSC Marc can simulate welding to help you make informed design decisions.
Discover the new features of SOLIDWORKS data management and how upgrading to SOLIDWORKS 2024 will make your life easier while keeping your data secure.
Boost your SOLIDWORKS sketching speed with this helpful tip!
Learn how to add custom properties in SOLIDWORKS with this beginner tutorial.
Discover the companies who are designing with SOLIDWORKS across Scotland.
Determine static loading of closed containers with MSC Marc.
Discover why SOLIDWORKS PDM Pro is the right data management package for you with 10 of the best features in SOLIDWORKS PDM Pro.
Discover how to get started with subdivision modelling by building images into your workflow in xShape and the 3D Sculptor role.
Discover 5 companies who are using SOLIDWORKS to create life-saving products.
Discover the latest enhancements to SOLIDWORKS Simulation and SOLIDWORKS Plastics for 2024.
Discover the latest enhancements to assembly modelling with SOLIDWORKS 2024!
Learn how to create custom toolbars in MSC Apex
Discover the brand new appearances coming to SOLIDWORKS Visualize 2024...
Learn how to create new components, add primitives, and manipulate basic forms with 3D Sculptor.
Discover who uses SOLIDWORKS Simulation for CFD and FEA analysis.
Discover what’s new in SOLIDWORKS 2024 for 2D technical drawings.
Discover how the MSC.One porfolio can help calculate the durability of products and assess fatigue.
Discover the great new tools in SOLIDWORKS 2024 to empower fabricators and sheet metal designers.
Discover all the latest updates to SOLIDWORKS part modelling with SOLIDWORKS 2024.
What exactly is included in a SOLIDWORKS Educational Subscription? Let’s break it down.
Discover who uses SOLIDWORKS Visualize below, as we feature some of the companies that are harnessing the evolution in CAD rendering technology with SOLIDWORKS Visualize to stand out in crowded markets.
Learn what imported geometry is and how to repair it in SOLIDWORKS.
From concept to creation and beyond! Here's what you missed at the Manufacturing Showcase event in September 2023.
Element deactivation is the removal of elements during an analysis. Learn what it's used for in this blog.
