What’s new in SolidWorks 2014: BOM saved sorting

Tables have seen several improvements in SolidWorks 2014.  One specifically for BOMs is the ability to save sorts.  In previous versions of SolidWorks, sorting BOMs was a one time action.  Each time you wanted to sort a BOM, you re-entered your criteria.  Not any more.  BOMs now have an option that allows you to save … Continue reading “What’s new in SolidWorks 2014: BOM saved sorting”

New in SolidWorks 2014: Angular Running Dimensions

A new type of dimension is now available in SolidWorks called Angular Running which allows you create a set of angle dimensions that originate from a common origin in a style similar to Oridinate Dimensions.  Options are available to meet ISO standards, such as adding a chain (dimension lines with direction arrow), and aligned text.  Options … Continue reading “New in SolidWorks 2014: Angular Running Dimensions”

Rob Jost gives details of the new Style Spline tool in SolidWorks 2014

Rob Jost, of SolidWorks Product Definition team, goes into deep detail about the new Style Spline sketch tool now available in SolidWorks 2014, in a recent article posted on the SolidWorks website. The new Style Spline actually isn’t something new in the world of CAD. It’s an entity that’s been around for a long time, … Continue reading “Rob Jost gives details of the new Style Spline tool in SolidWorks 2014”

What’s New in SolidWorks 2014: On-The-Fly Virtual Sharps While Dimensioning

SolidWorks 2014 introduces the ability to find and use virtual sharps on the on-the-fly while creating dimensions. Start any dimension tool. Right-click on model or sketch geometry Choose “Find Intersection”. Left-click on any model or sketch geometry that intersect the first selection. The Virtual Sharp element is automatically added, the point is automatically applied as … Continue reading “What’s New in SolidWorks 2014: On-The-Fly Virtual Sharps While Dimensioning”

New stuff in SolidWorks 2014 (not mentioned in “What’s New”): Symbols

There are many new symbols that have been introduced in SolidWorks since 2012. SolidWorks 2012 New category of Inspection Symbols: Inspection Box (empty) Inspection Box (with text) Eye [for those inspection points that are visual and aren’t/can’t be measured with an instrument] SolidWorks 2013 In addition to new JIS Weld Symbols, these new symbols where added … Continue reading “New stuff in SolidWorks 2014 (not mentioned in “What’s New”): Symbols”