FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When is StructureWorks 2008 going to be available?
The initial release of StructureWorks 2008 is slated for the end of March, 2008. This release allows users to upgrade to SolidWorks 2008 and will have the same functionality as StructureWorks 2007. StructureWorks 2008 Enterprise will be released later in 2008 with powerful yet simplified tools for precast design and drafting that can be deployed on a single PC, network or even across the Internet.
What are the minimum system requirements?
Please contact us for the latest system requirements.
Why do I need to create a 3D model? I just want to make drawings.
There are several advantages to using a 3D CAD package for generating models:
Produce 2D drawings automatically
Construct production-ready, detailed drawings automatically, without drawing a single line or arc. StructureWorks eliminates time-consuming drawing view creation, manipulation, and maintenance.
Revise drawings easily
Each modification that you make to a 2D drawing or 3D model created with StructureWorks software is reflected accurately throughout all associated views, sheets, and drawings. All drawing views, dimensions, and annotations update automatically.
Eliminate guesswork with associative dimensions
Adding, referencing, or changing a dimension value in a drawing or part model is easy with StructureWorks software. The geometry updates automatically to accommodate each change, eliminating inconsistencies, so you can always be confident in the accuracy of StructureWorks drawings.
Generate bills of materials instantly
Speed the development of drawings for designs that contain hundreds or thousands of parts by generating bills of materials (BOMs) and balloons automatically.
How much training will I need to get up to speed?
We have found that most users are productive after attending our Level 1 and then our Level 2 course. Our new training curriculum has consistently been rated a 10 out of 10 in customer satisfaction. Please visit our website and read the numerous testimonials we have received so far. Call us to discuss your training needs and we will develop a custom roadmap for your company.
I've been hearing a lot about new techniques. What is this all about?
We have introduced industry specific techniques and processes that maximize performance and productivity. These techniques have been developed and proven to work in industry. StructureWorks is the only SolidWorks OEM reseller to employ and demonstrate these techniques. They have proven to be critical to cycle time reduction and dramatically simplify working through a project from start to finish. We encourage all our customers to discuss these techniques with us and see how they can help increase productivity.
What other services does Structure Works provide?
StructureWorks is a full service provider of SolidWorks and StructureWorks software. We provide the following services:
Presales introduction of our software
Identification of customers' needs
Technical support provided by Certified Support Technicians
Training provided by Certified Instructors
Implementation support and project management
Full range of consulting services with over 15 years of precast industry experience on staff
What else can I do with a 3D model?
With a 3D model you can:
Perform interference detection analysis to ensure that components are not going to crash into one another before going into production
Run finite element analysis on parts and assemblies to determine stresses and strains and possible areas of failure
Instantly determine the weight and center of mass of a component
Develop powerful presentations and review materials for customers.
Easily reuse components for new projects without starting over
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