Problem

SOLIDWORKS Plastics helps companies that make plastic parts or injection molds predict part quality early in the design process. It simulates mold filling, prevents defects, and reduces costs and development time all within the SOLIDWORKS interface. Below are some helpful learning resources to get started with SOLIDWORKS Plastics, which are broken down into three different categories.

Solution 1: Within SOLIDWORKS

1. Inside SOLIDWORKS, open a Part file and turn the Plastics Add-in on from the SOLIDWORKS Add-ins tab in the Command Manager or by going to Tools>Add-ins

2. With the Plastics Add-in turned on, the Help Topics & Tutorials can be accessed from the "Settings and Help" drop-down in the Plastics Tab in the Command Manager. The example files for the Tutorials can be found in C:\Users\Public\Public Documents\SOLIDWORKS\SOLIDWORKS 20XX\samples\Plastics Examples

Solution 2: Hawk Ridge Systems Sites

1. Simulation Playlist on Hawk Ridge YouTube Channel:
   Simulation & Analysis - YouTube
2. Plastics Section of Hawk Ridge Knowledge Base:
   SOLIDWORKS Plastics – Hawk Ridge Systems
3. SolidProfessor Course for Essential & Elite Subscription Customers:
   SolidProfessor | SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Plastics 2026
4. Hawk Ridge Instructor-led Training Classes:
   SOLIDWORKS Plastics: Part Validation Course
   SOLIDWORKS Plastics: Mold Validation Course

Solution 3: SOLIDWORKS Sites

1. SOLIDWORKS Forums:
   https://forum.solidworks.com/
2. MySolidWorks (general search of all SOLIDWORKS content):
   https://my.solidworks.com/?lang=en 

For additional support, existing customers can submit a ticket or new customers can contact Hawk Ridge Systems.