The manufacturing industry is getting more competitive, with engineers expected to deliver the most efficient, cost-effective designs. Meeting the high standards of the industry and client specifications is only possible with the proper tools. PTC’s CAD solution,...
Daniela Alcantar
3 Tips to Customizing Toolbars and Views for Enhanced Productivity in Creo
Introduction: Creo Customization Hi everyone, I am Daniela. I am the CADME at SPK and Associates. Today I'm going to be giving a high-level overview of three tips for customizing toolbars and enhancing your views in Creo. Tip 1: Customizing Your Ribbon and Quick...
Upgrading Your CAD System: The Benefits of Migrating from CATIA V5 to Creo
If your organization utilizes CATIA V5, you’ve likely noticed Dassault Systems’ recent lack of investment in the CAD software. It is no longer updating V5, meaning you will need a replacement solution soon. Our experts suggest PTC Creo. PTC has kept Creo a priority,...
What’s the difference between Creo 8 and Creo 10?
Introduction: Creo 8 vs. Creo 10 Features Hi everybody, I am Daniela, and I am the MCAD Specialist for SPK and Associates. Today, I wanted to go over what's new in Creo 10, especially for those coming from Creo 8. Let's get into it! Ease of Use and Productivity First,...
Transforming Product Development with Configuration Management
When developing products, there are many components to keep track of such as parts, data, and configurations. Keeping up with every minor alteration to a product can be difficult, but using a PLM system like PTC Windchill can help you stay organized. PLM combined...
Boosting Consumer Product Innovation with Creo’s Advanced Design Features
In the competitive world of consumer product development, innovation is key to standing out. With many products offering similar functionality and price points, companies must differentiate their product’s design, performance, and quality. PTC’s CAD software, Creo,...
Preparing for a Smooth Transition from Solidworks to Next-Gen CAD Platforms
Introduction Hello and welcome to Preparing for a Smooth Transition from SolidWorks to NextGen CAD Platforms. My name is Michael Roberts, Vice President at SPK and Associates. I'm here with Daniela. Uh, Daniela, feel free to introduce yourself. Hi everybody, I'm...
Streamlining Parts Classification and Supplier Management: The Importance of Component Management with Windchill PLM
Proper parts classification and supplier management can save your business millions of dollars. One of the best tools to help manage components and streamline supply chains is Windchill PLM, which offers robust component management features. As a PTC partner, we have...
Key Design Capabilities for Gaining Competitive Market Share
In the current competitive market, innovation and quality are the primary drivers for gaining market share. To remain competitive, companies must design and deliver products that exceed performance standards while balancing cost and production efficiency. Achieving...
Transitioning from CATIA V5 to Creo for Enhanced Innovation
As time goes on, Dassault Systems is migrating more and more users from CATIA V5 to its newer 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX) platform. For many organizations, this shift is more than just a few software updates. The migration can lead to costly investments, a steep learning curve...
Essential Components for Your Creo Post-Installer
Introduction to Creo Post-Installers Hi everybody, I am Daniela, and I am with SPK and Associates. Today, I'm jumping over from the SolidWorks side into Creo, and I'll be discussing post installers for Creo—what they are, what they do, and what we commonly see used in...
Overcoming Solidworks Slowdowns on Large Assemblies
As any engineer knows, time is a critical resource. Nothing is more frustrating than being stuck in a cycle of waiting. For those working with SolidWorks on large assemblies, the pain is all too familiar. Frequent crashes, slow loading times, and the sheer size of...