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desnov74, Thanks for the reply- I am going to purchase the latest edition.

Desnov74 - I just looked into the book that you recommended and it was published in 1986 - Do you feel that the material presented in this publication is still pertinent? Tim

Thanks - I currently use solid works on a daily basis - and to be honest, couldnt see doing custom design build assemblies with out it - CorBlimeyLimey - Thanks for the response! All of the mentioned issues above have been noticed, but we currently manage to get around the little issues - Tim

I am putting together a business plan and am looking for input on original purchase price and then cost of yearly maintenance for Solid Works (sheet metal required). I have searched this forum and found anywhere from 4k to 8k for initial purchase - I am assuming this is a one time fee and the...

Thank you JLSeagull. I understand the implications of modifing an enclosure, I was just not sure about installing these components without a purge, but it sounds achievable provided the correct pieces and parts are selected (obviously not by me, but someone specializing in this area) Thanks again.

I have a request to upgrade a standard controls enclosure to satisfy class 1 - Div 1 (actually it is for a project in India and their request is Gas Group IIA/B, Zone 1, T4, I interpret this to be class 1 - Div 1) In the past, we have used enclosures with a purge (z-purge specifically), but for...

Thanks for the input guys. I am going to take advantage and work to get my PE first. I think staying were I am may be the best thing for now. Angleburt

I could not do engineering work without a PE, even as an ME. Most of the work that I am currently doing could be labeled as turnkey design, with the deliverable being a tangible item. While we have a PE on staff, we have never stamped a drawing. It is very rare, but when the equipment requires...

This is my first post so I would like to say hello to everyone. I have been lurking for some time. I have been cautious about posting the following question. It is my intention to start my own engineering firm but I am looking for a reality check. I finished my associate’s degree in 2001 and...