Author Archives: Scott Wertel
Speculation Regarding the Alibre Acquisition
In the usual circles of media, gurus, and other CAD aficionados, much speculation exists as to why 3D Systems (DDD) purchased Alibre, Inc (official press release). It may be as simple as 3D Systems insatiable appetite to gobble up as … Continue reading
What is Synchronous Technology?
I was requested to present at the Phoenix area Solid Edge User Group meeting yesterday afternoon. The topic I was requested to present was “What is Synchronous Technology?.” This task proved harder than I expected. Considering that Synchronous Technology has … Continue reading
Alibre Acquired by 3D Systems
The timeliness of this post is not breaking news. The official announcement was two days ago, on July 19, 2011. And, the many paths of information have already mentioned this news: twitter, solidsmack.com, deelip.com, Dezignstuff.com, and there is even some … Continue reading
Solid Edge ST4 Node-Locked Licensing
For those who haven’t heard, Siemens is changing its licensing beginning with ST4 due to be released shortly now that the excellent Launch Event has completed. So far, the licensing change only effects node-locked subscribers. Floating or network licensed (FlexLM) … Continue reading
Changing the Default Graphics Card Setting
For those that use Solid Edge on a regular basis, you are probably familiar with the graphics card options of: Software Driven Backing Store Graphics Card Driven (Basic) Graphics Card Driven (Advanced) Graphics Card Driven (Direct3D) What you may not … Continue reading
Alibre Billboard Advertisement
Deelip posted this over on his blog, and I just had to re-post it here. (Click on the title to be taken to the full blog post and view the image.)
Alibre Design 2012 pre-pre-preview
Back in March, Max from Alibre posted in the Alibre User Group a quick video showing off some very early, but very cool, features in the upcoming release of Alibre Design. I can’t really review the software by watching a video … Continue reading
Solid Edge ST4 Global Launch Event
What: Solid Edge ST4 Global Launch Event Where: The Westin Huntsville 6800 Governors West, NW Huntsville, Alabama 35806 United States When: June 15th – 16th, 2011 How: Visit the Event Page Cost: $250 through April 22nd, $350 after. Who: YOU! … Continue reading
