Preparing a design for 3D printing typically involves multiple software tools. The problem with thiis workflow is that is disconnects the original model from the final design used in manufacturing. So, to help you overcome this common problem, PTC Creo now has capabilities to support design for additive manufacturing. This includes a dedicated environment for preparing and checking models, before sending them for 3D printing.
When you’re knee deep in product development, it can be very easy to lose sight of the people that you’re creating your product for. After all, with the day-to-day tasks and challenges that come along thick and fast, it’s hard to keep a long-term view and perspective.
The PTC PLM Cloud provides an instantly available central repository for product content. Managed by PTC in a secure cloud infrastructure, the PTC PLM cloud manages all forms of information that is generated during product development. Everything from customer requirements right through to CAD data and Bills of Material (BOM). With seamless integration with common CAD tools, like PTC Creo Parametric, it’s simple to manage new designs or update existing ones. An embedded browser provides quick and easy access to all cloud managed information. All you need to do it right-click on any item, select check-in and then select auto for it to be securely stored in the cloud.
Manufacturers must begin to transform existing business processes and fundamentally rethink how they create, operate, and service smart, connected products in the IoT. For those that get it right, the future represents a huge opportunity to create product and service advantage:
It’s not long now until PTC Live Global 2015 gets started ( 7th – 10th June to be precise). It’s the largest event dedicated to education and networking around PTC and PTC products. But, if you want to know even more reasons why you should attend this year’s event, here is our top five: