MCAD Tech News #186
13 Sep, 2006 By: Jeffrey Rowe The Times They Are A-Changin’, The changing faces of manufacturing — smarter people and machines In this two-part series, we’re focusing on the areas in manufacturing that seem most likely to change — the automotive sector, in particular. After all the changes that the United States’ manufacturing industry has endured, especially in regards to increasing global competition during the past several years, it finally seems to be poised to become a world leader again. Last week, we discussed the more widespread use of software for designing digital manufacturing plants that are more productive and flexible, but smaller in physical size, as well as the decreasing number of workstations required in manufacturing plants. This time around, we’ll cover the evolving requirements and role of the factory worker, as well as the increasing prevalence of robots. Finally, we’ll discuss how all of these factors will make tomorrow’s factory more productive and competitive. Read more>> Cadalyst Labs Review: King of the Hill – Big LCDs Climb Past CRTs by Ron LaFon Large monitors and CAD just seem to go together, and choosing the right monitor for CAD work is key to ensuring continued comfort and productivity. Users will be staring at their screens for hours each day, and today's monitors will last for many years before they need to be replaced. This time around, we wanted to review both CRT and LCD displays in one roundup. But given the popularity of LCD displays, it should come as no surprise that all five monitors Cadalyst received were based on LCD display technology. These displays have steadily improved in both features and quality. Whether an LCD display is appropriate for your work depends on several factors: the type of work, how demanding you are and the size of your budget. Read more>>Mark Your Calendar: MCAD Events For Cadalyst's full calendar of events, click here >> 4th Annual SolidWorks Midwest User Group Conference AUGI CAD Camp SolidWorks/Excel Integration Using VBA-API Active RFID Summit Online Archives: Click here to view an online version of this newsletter and past issues of MCAD Tech News. Get
the Code! September Tutorials Live Online: The latest editions of all your favorite Cadalyst tutorials for AutoCAD as well as SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Inventor, Alibre Designand more are now live on Cadalyst.com. TECH TRENDS – What Happens in Delhi, Stays in Delhi: Weighing the benefits against the risks of outsourcing. Check Out Cadalyst's Latest Discussion Forum:Cadalyst now offers the Product Reviews Discussion Forum, where you can "review our reviews." Read the latest Cadalyst Labs and First Look reviews of hardware and software, then post your own comments about the review. Share your own experiences with that product and see what other CAD professionals have to say. Visit today! Job Search: If you're in the market for a new job— or if you just want to see what's out there — Cadalyst.com offers an online Job Search that will help. Powered by Indeed, this search tool offers a state-by-state list of CAD-related job openings, or you can customize a search to find your own list of U.S. job openings based on the keywords and locations you specify. Check it out today! Use the Job Search button on Cadalyst's Manufacturing Web site or click here for a direct link. Cadalyst Daily Update
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