Power Surfacing
Power Surfacing makes it easy to design complex free form aesthetically pleasing "Class A" surfaces in SOLIDWORKS. It’s a revolutionary list product that will fundamentally change the way that engineers and designers design parts in SOLIDWORKS.
The easy way to make freeform shapes
You no longer have to fight with patching a set of trimmed surfaces together to form complex curved shapes; manipulating Power Surfacing parts is as simple as modeling with clay.
With this SOLIDWORKS plugin you can create and modify complex freeform and organic shapes with smooth surfaces inside SOLIDWORKS. Work in an single environment combining freeform and parametric modeling and import polygonal objects created outside of SOLIDWORKS.
Use parametric dimension driven capabilities for freeform objects and build your Power Surfacing models directly from exising SOLIDWORKS geometry.
Why use Power Surfacing?
There are plenty of reasons. Here are three important benefits:
- Work with dimension driven Sub-D modeling
- Build your Power Surfacing models directly from existing SOLIDWORKS geometry
- Connect Power Surface Sub-D (Subdivision Surface) objects directly to existing SOLIDWORKS objects and update the Sub-D to correspond to history tree modifications
Want to see full package features?
Power Surfacing comes with multiple features and functions that will make your work easier and more effective.
Functions and features
| Functions and features | Power Surfacing |
|---|---|
| Primitive Shapes such as Box, Cylinder, Torus | ✓ |
| Creation from SOLIDWORKS Sketches | ✓ |
| Dynamic Push-Pull Editing, Constrained Editing, Soft Selection | ✓ |
| Import Existing Meshes such as Obj or FBX from modo, Maya | ✓ |
| Intermediate Tools such as Mirror, Bend, Edge Weighting, Subdivide | ✓ |
| Basic Modelling Tools such as Extrude, Inset, Insert Loops, Bridge | ✓ |
| Advanced Modelling Tools such as Extend, Edge Extrude, Insert Edge, Thicken | ✓ |
| Conversion to “Class A” SOLIDWORKS Surface or Solid Bodies | ✓ |
| Integration with SOLIDWORKS feature tree editing | ✓ |
Want to learn more? Download Power Surfacing product sheet here.
Baser
“I was using SOLIDWORKS at university so it was natural for me to also use it at Baser. I contacted PLM Group to find out if there was any kind of solution where we could use SOLIDWORKS for free. They offered us an entrepreneurial license, which was perfect.”
Frequently asked questions
To make an informed choice about SOLIDWORKS, you need all the relevant information. Here are the answers to the questions we are asked most frequently.
Scalable license models
With our flexible and scalable licensing options, you can choose to rent or buy the software – all depending on your need.
SOLIDWORKS Term Licensing
When experiencing a short-term need – renting a license is a good option. It gives you easy access to excellent tools and full flexibility at a low cost.
SOLIDWORKS Perpetual Licensing
When you have a long-term need for solution, a perpetual license is more cost effective.
Download resources
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5 Things to Consider When Choosing Hardware for SOLIDWORKS
Choosing the right hardware for your work setup is key, to having an effective output. The e-book takes you through the key things to consider when choosing hardware for SOLIDWORKS. It is created by SOLIDWORKS users for SOLIDWORKS users.
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Buyer’s Guide to CAD
Buyer’s Guide to CAD outlines what questions and criteria you need to consider when choosing your CAD solution. The practical overview helps you find the right 3D CAD solution.
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