What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2016

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User Interface

Key Features

New User Interface and immediate access to features at your fingertips.

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Sketch

Key Features

Immediate access to midpoints, Instant 2D, Flip offset for existing sketch offsets, select internal loops and others.

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Thread Feature

Key Features

Model accurate threads in one quick and easy to use command.

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Sweep

Key Features

Automatic swept circular profiles and bi-directional sweeps.

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Patterns

Key Features

Linear patterns now support more direction inputs. Variable pattern tables support for negative values and Excel support.

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Consumer Product Design

Key Features

B-Spline support, new Trim Surface preview options, Curvature Continuous for all fillets, and Intersect tool enhancements.

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Sheet Metal

Key Features

Improved suppprt for cuts in swept flanges. Edge flanges extend beyond attachment edge.

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Weldments

Key Features

Structural member list improvements. Materials now transfer from library profiles.

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Flatten Surface

Key Features

Support for internal cutouts, additional 3D curves and Relief Cuts.

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SOLIDWORKS Simulation

Key Features

Improved mesh quality and insight, advanced restraint control and model diagnostics.

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SOLIDWORKS Plastics

Key Features

Improve 3D Injection Simulation and report generation.

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SOLIDWORKS Flow

Key Features

Faster solutions with more control

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SOLIDWORKS PDM

Key Features

Introduction of SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard, Set Revision, Sortable column support, Move/Rename Warning.

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SOLIDWORKS Electrical

Key Features

New User Interface, enhanced Formula Manager, Nodal Indicators, PCB/CircuitWorks Integration, DraftSight Add-in, and others.

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SOLIDWORKS Routing

Key Features

Automatic duct creation, route wires through ducting and flexible cable support.

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Mate Controller

Key Features

A new tool for positioning and animating assembly motion.

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Costing

Key Features

Support for assembly cost roll-up, rules based costing and cost by sheet size.

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eDrawings

Key Features

Multiple view tabs. Rotate about mouse pointer. Support for assembly 3D Views and welding information.

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PhotoView 360

Key Features

Scene Illumination Proof Sheets and Motion Blur.

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3D Printing

Key Features

Automatic scaling and orientation. Preview of support areas and striation lines.

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Drawings

Key Features

Support for flag notes. Rearrange stacked balloons. Auto drawing border and Performance Evaluation tool.

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MBD

Key Features

Introduction of DimXpert for assemblies. Support for multi sheet PDFs with better graphics.

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SOLIDWORKS Inspection

Key Features

Optical Character Recognition, Horizontal reports, export to quality systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to upgrade to a new version of SOLIDWORKS?

The cost to upgrade SOLIDWORKS to the latest version is included in the subscription cost for the support of the software.

If subscription has lapsed, please contact your regional sales manager for the best option to proceed. If you do not know who your regional sales manager is, please use the enquiry form.

Where can I download the latest version of SOLIDWORKS?

To ensure you have the latest version of SOLIDWORKS installed, you can accesses the SOLIDWORKS Customer Portal and download the latest major version and subsequent service packs.

How can I request new functionality for SOLIDWORKS?

SOLIDWORKS new functionality is driven by the users of the software. To have your input you can submit an enhancement request on the SOLIDWORKS Customer Portal. It is best to search to see if the enhancement request already exists and if so vote for this enhancement as it adds weighting to the ticket.

Go to SOLIDWORKS Customer Portal -> My Support section -> Enhancement Requests

Can I get a summary of just the new features that are relevant to my team?

Our CAD Management services has a team development section, that is designed to upskill your team ensuring they have the knowledge and skills required to stay at their best. Here we offer a What’s New presentation with a certified application engineer who will deliver bespoke content relevant to your industry.

What are the main technical considerations when updating to a new version?

Hardware – Check your computer meets the system requirements.
Standardisation – Ensure the whole company is installing the same version and all customised materials are in unique file structure outside the default SOLIDWORKS installation locations.
Back up – SOLIDWORKS files are not backwards compatible, so newer files cannot be edited in previous major versions.
Download – Have the download/source files downloaded before starting, this will minimise down time. You can perform a full download so the media can be shared regardless of package and add-ins.
Standalone – If moving machine, ensure you deactivate the licenses before installing on a new system.
SolidNetwork License Manager – Both the individual machine and the license manager on the server need upgrading. Upgrade server first to minimise downtime.
SOLIDWORKS PDM – If SOLIDWORKS PDM is being used this needs to be upgraded first.
Graphic driver – Once installed it is important to match your graphics driver to the new version of the software for better performance. Check graphics card driver
Ask – If you are not sure about any part of the process please Contact Us and we can assist.

If you would like to speak to someone about upgrading, call 01 297 4440 or complete the form below and a member of our team will be in touch.
If it is a technical query please use our support team.

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