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Solidtec Solutions To Sell And Support SolidWorks 3D CAD Software In New Zealand
AUCKLAND, Sept.17 /Medianet International-AsiaNet/ --
Helping New Zealand Engineers Design Better Products
Solidtec Solutions Ltd announces the expansion of its business to serve the New Zealand market to take
advantage of the significant market opportunities in the region. Its operations now spans across both Australia
and New Zealand.
DS SolidWorks is the leading supplier of 3D CAD technology. It gives engineers and designers intuitive,
high-performing software to design better products. SolidWorks® 3D CAD software enables users to
concentrate on solving design challenges, not on using the software, and leverages existing designs to save
time and ensure accuracy. It also helps users improve their designs by providing feedback about quality and
manufacturability up front.
Solidtec Solutions is focused on the mechanical 3D CAD market in New Zealand, delivering best-in-class
products and services to its customers. SolidWorks is core to its product portfolio and when combined with its
technical expertise and "SolidWorks Centre of Excellence" allows Solidtec Solutions to provide an effective
and efficient solution to help manufacturing companies shorten their time to market.
"We have chosen to partner with DS SolidWorks as we see tremendous opportunities for 3D CAD software
to make a significant difference to the productivity and competitiveness of manufacturing companies in New
Zealand," said Darren Beale, co-founder and managing director of Solidtec Solutions. "SolidWorks software is
so widely used among tertiary education institutions it has become the preferred choice when students
graduate and become designers and engineers. In addition, the Solidtec and SolidWorks combination
provides outstanding benefits by allowing us to help our customers through accelerating the system
implementation process and reducing their total cost of ownership," said Beale.
"Solidtec Solutions provides an e-Helpdesk service to customers, has certified professional sales and
support staff, and stages customer-centric events such as seminars and workshops to ensure customer
satisfaction. The "SolidWorks Centre of Excellence" will be established by the end of 2009, and will provide
Solidtec customers with access to 3D CAD technology learning and resources, helping companies achieve
their objectives with SolidWorks.
"We congratulate Solidtec Solutions for their expansion to New Zealand. We are confident that Solidtec
Solutions will help reinforce and grow our strong position in the New Zealand market." said Ved Narayan, vice
president, Asia-Pacific operations, DS SolidWorks. "With SolidWorks, companies will have the tools to help
them design superior products and be successful. We have seen many high-quality designs produced by our
customers in New Zealand, and we look forward to working with Solidtec Solutions to expand our market
share."
About Solidtec Solutions Ltd
Solidtec Solutions was founded on a vision to offer New Zealand designers and engineers high quality
service based on an increased understanding of their business. Solidtec is staffed by industry professionals
who are passionate about the SolidWorks 3D CAD community. Solidtec is led by Darren Beale, a former CEO
of LANSA EMEA, CEO of IBM Global Services NZ outsourcer CSI/Centurion, and as continuing Executive
Director of private capital advisory firm Windfall. Call 0800 SOLIDTEC (0800 765 438) or visit
About Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp.
Dassault Systèmes SolidWorks Corp., a Dassault Systèmes S.A. subsidiary, is a world leader in 3D
solutions. The company develops and markets software for design, analysis, product data management, and
documentation. It is the leading supplier of 3D CAD technology, giving teams intuitive, highperforming
software that helps them design better products. For the latest news, information, or an online demonstration,
visit the company's Web site (www.solidworks.com) or call 1-800-693-9000 (outside of North America, call +1-
978-371-5000).
Contact: Shane Preston
+61-432-739-711
SOURCE: Solidtec Solutions
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