SolidWorks is a great tool for designing parts that are produced by Injection Molding, Die Cast or other mold based manufacturing processes. This course teaches the student how to design the molds to make these parts using several manual mold creation techniques and using the Mold Tools in SolidWorks mechanical design automation software.
Classroom: 3 sessions, 7 hours each
Virtual Classroom: 6 sessions 3-1/2 hours each
Prereqs:
SolidWorks Essentials
SolidWorks Part Modeling
Topics Covered
Core and Cavity Creation
Importing and Repairing Geometry
Multiple Parting Lines
Parting Lines and Shut-off Surfaces
Repairs and Surfaces
Using Surfaces for Mold Design
Reusable Designs
Alternate Methods of Mold Design
Making a Complete Mold
"I'm very satisfied with the mold design training & very happy to learn how automated SolidWorks is when it comes to making cores & cavities." - Greg Iverson
At Course Completion
The student will gain an understanding of the different mold tools available within the core SolidWorks product and will have a greater understanding of methods to create tools with multiple parting directions, fixing geometry to be used for mold tooling, and other advanced topics geared to mold design tools within SolidWorks.
Course Materials
The SolidWorks Mold Design training guide will be supplied at the beginning of class and is yours to keep.
Price Single Student - 995.00 or 3 Professional Development Credits May be available as part of Catalyst or Professional Development Programs
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