Boeing Subsidiary CDG Selects SolidWorks
 CONCORD,
MA, Sep 14, 2009 - Continental DataGraphics (CDG), a Boeing subsidiary, has
purchased SolidWorks 3D CAD software to meet the increasing demand for
2D-to-3D file conversion. The SolidWorks tools will support CDG’s internal
requirements to support Boeing projects, and enable the company to offer
2D-to-3D conversion services for other commercial customers as well.
CDG authors and publishes illustrated parts catalogs and maintenance
manuals to support all Boeing commercial aircraft worldwide. As part of that
work, the CDG graphics team uses SolidWorks software to quickly and easily
convert 2D pictures of parts into 3D models for use in publishing and
engineering.
“We recognized that a lot of other companies, like those in trucking,
energy, and other industries using complex equipment, have similar needs,”
said Josh Migdal, CDG production manager. “Because SolidWorks accepts and
outputs a wide range of file formats, we have been able to expand our
engineering services capabilities to convert 2D pictures into 3D models for
a broader range of customers across multiple industries.”
SolidWorks also enables CDG to repurpose 3D data to 2D isometric
projections for Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs) and Illustrated Parts
Catalog (IPC) technical illustrations.
“Our skilled professionals have also found applications for this product
that can support marketing, multimedia, and training development
requirements,” said Migdal. “This software will be an essential tool for our
hundreds of talented engineers, and will create new business opportunities
for our growing company.”
SolidWorks software includes bi-directional translators that support DWG,
DXF, Pro/ENGINEER, IPT (Autodesk Inventor), Mechanical Desktop, Unigraphics,
PAR (Solid Edge), CADKEY, IGES, STEP, Parasolid, SAT (ACIS), VDA-FS, VRML,
STL, TIFF, JPG, Adobe Illustrator, Rhinoceros, IDF, and HSF (Hoops) formats.
No other CAD software offers this set of data translation capabilities.
“We worked very closely with our SolidWorks VAR throughout the evaluation
process,” said Migdal. “We found that SolidWorks was extremely easy to use
and it met all of our requirements for our conversion projects.”
CDG relies on authorized SolidWorks reseller GoEngineer for ongoing
software training, implementation, and support.
About Dassault Systems SolidWorks Corp.
Dassault Systems SolidWorks Corp., a Dassault Systems S. A. subsidiary,
develops and markets software for design, analysis, product data management,
and documentation. It is the leading supplier of 3D CAD technology, giving
teams intuitive, high-performing software that helps them design better
products. For the latest news, information, or an online demonstration,
visit the company’s Web site
http://www.solidworks.com/ or call 1-800-693-9000 (outside of North
America, call +1-978-371-5000).
About Dassault Systems
As a world leader in 3D and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions,
Dassault Systems brings value to more than 100,000 customers in 80
countries. A pioneer in the 3D software market since 1981, Dassault Systems
develops and markets PLM application software and services that support
industrial processes and provide a 3D vision of the entire lifecycle of
products from conception to maintenance to recycling. The Dassault Systems
portfolio consists of CATIA for designing the virtual product – SolidWorks
for 3D mechanical design – DELMIA for virtual production – SIMULIA for
virtual testing – ENOVIA for global collaborative lifecycle management, and
3DVIA for online 3D lifelike experiences. Dassault Systems’ shares are
listed on Euronext Paris (#13065, DSY.PA) and Dassault Systems’ ADRs may be
traded on the US Over-The-Counter (OTC) market (DASTY). For more
information, visit http://www.3ds.com/.
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