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    Dimensional Inventory

    Does anyone use, or know of, any type of dimensional inventory software? We would like to keep track of material drops for reuse in later projects. I know that there are several material nesting packages out there, but we are looking at the scrap side. Actually, at $450 a pound, I shouldn't call...
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    SP3 is Available

    Looking at the release notes, they discuss some of the file compression utilities. Just a heads-up for those of you that use them. "Do not use any application that modifies SolidWorks files in an attempt to reduce their size. Several file compression utilities are available that modify...
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    load & activate a model from VB (2)

    Andrew: Here is the updated sample. If the referenced model is already open, it will remain open. The model will only be closed if the program had to open it. Option Explicit '<><><><><><><><><><><><><><> ' Transfer Custom Properties '<><><><><><><><><><><><><><> Dim swApp As Object Dim Dwg As...
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    AutoFit a BOM

    Since some have requested a program to AutoFit a BOM, I have posted a FAQ with the source code. faq559-117 Hope this helps! DimensionalSolutions@Core.com While I welcome e-mail messages, please post all thread activity in these forums for the benefit of all members.
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    Import from Pro/E

    Does anyone know the best way to Export a model from Pro/E so that it can be opened up in SolidWorks? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
  6. dsi

    Export to SolidWorks

    What is the best way to export Pro/E models so that they can be opened up in SolidWorks? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.
  7. dsi

    Scan a part into digital format

    We use a part, referred to as a transition nozzle, that I need to model and perform finite element analyses on. This part is simply a short section of pipe that is smashed on one end. The supplier has given some very rough dimensions for these parts. I would like to have the part electronically...
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    Center Mouse Button - OSNAP list box does not display

    In AutoCAD 14 I was to be able to hit my center mouse button to get a list of OSNAP options. For example, if I issue the LINE command, when the console requests the start point, I should be able to hit the center button to get a list of OSNAP options (end point, center, intersection ...). I have...

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