Thanks for the response.
We are to receive drawings originally created in I-Deas, (and a few in CADAM) from another company. We do not necessarily want to change or edit the original objects, but want to make sure we have all of the data in the original model.
We could have the originator...
I really had in mind exporting i-deas files for use elswhere. Has anyone tried the Solidworks XChange?
We have many files available in i-deas but do not want to invest in many more seats, but use lower end software to maintain the files, and print and view rather than extensively edit them...