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MECAD Accelerate Annual Product Launch Conference

South Africa's premier CAD conference

MECAD Accelerate heads to the Western Cape for a day of live product demos, hands-on tips and tricks, and face-to-face networking at one of the region’s best venues. Whether you’re a seasoned SOLIDWORKS user or exploring what’s next for your design workflow, this is the day to be there. Registered engineers earn 1 ECSA CPD point (Category 1).

14 October 2026
D' Aria Winery, Durbanville
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Event Benefits

Why you should attend

A full day of sessions, demos, and conversations designed for engineers and designers who want to stay sharp. Here’s what MECAD Accelerate Western Cape has lined up.

Live Product Demos
Get a close look at the newest features in SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE Works. Our presenters run through real workflows so you can see exactly how the updates apply to the kind of work you do every day.
Tips and Tricks
MECAD's Application Engineers share the techniques and shortcuts they use when supporting customers. These are practical, tested methods that help you work faster and avoid common pitfalls.
Industry Networking
The Western Cape has a strong and growing design and engineering community. MECAD Accelerate is where that community gets together in one place to share ideas and make connections.
Snacks and Lunch Included
D'Aria Winery is a great setting for a conference. Arrive to coffee, enjoy a sit-down lunch, and keep the conversations going between sessions.
Event Speakers

Industry Experts

Featuring a special appearance by:

Alexandre Labit

CUSTOMER ROLE ENGAGEMENT LEADER — EUROWEST — DASSAULT SYSTÈMES

Alexandre Labit is the Customer Role Engagement Leader for the EUROWEST region at Dassault Systèmes, where he drives sales performance across France, Spain, Portugal, Africa, and the Middle East while managing internal teams and supporting Value Added Resellers.

He has been with Dassault Systèmes for over nine years, previously serving as Sales Director for France, Iberia, Africa & the Middle East, and as Partner Success Manager. His focus is on helping industrial companies and makers get more value from their innovations through SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform.

Alexandre is a regular presence at Dassault Systèmes events, where he shares insights on AI-powered virtual twin technology, cloud adoption, and the evolving role of design engineering in industry.

Quintin Burger

Quintin Burger

Director

Quintin is a Director at MECAD and has been with the group for over two decades. He has a deep understanding of the SOLIDWORKS ecosystem and a track record of connecting customers with the right technology to move their businesses forward. His sessions are grounded in real-world customer experience.
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Jonathan Morland

National Sales Manager

Jonathan leads MECAD’s national sales efforts, working with engineering teams across the country to match them with the SOLIDWORKS solutions that fit their needs. His hands-on knowledge of the local market makes him a go-to resource for customers looking to get the most from their investment.
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Jonathan Morland

National Sales Manager

Jonathan is the National Sales Manager at MECAD, driving sales strategies and customer retention for SOLIDWORKS solutions.

With extensive experience in business and marketing management, he excels in fostering client relationships and delivering tailored solutions.

MECAD Accelerate Agenda - Western Cape

08:00

Registration and Arrival Coffee

Sign in, grab a coffee, and settle in before the day kicks off.

09:00 General

Welcome and Opening

A brief welcome and overview of the day ahead.

09:15 Keynote

Keynote Session

10:00 Demo

Session 1

10:45

Tea Break & Networking

11:15 Demo

Session 2

12:00 Tips & Tricks

Session 3

12:45

Lunch

13:45 Demo

Session 4

14:30 Tips & Tricks

Session 5

15:15

Afternoon Break

15:45 Demo

Session 6

16:30 Networking

Closing and Networking

Wrap-up and a final chance to connect before heading home.

Featured Solutions

Product showcase

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Event testimonials

What previous attendees said

Quinton Du Preez
New Identity

MECAD Accelerate is a key event in the annual calendar that is a "must attend" to advance your team and ensure you are using your software to its full potential

Adam Becks
Rham Equipment Pty Ltd.

MECAD Accelerate is always a good refresher and opportunity to see what the latest industry standards are. Thanks

Daleel Samaai
Alu Cab

Good workshop, very informative, provides insight on shortcuts for design.

Etienne Horn
Global Riser

Events such as the MECAD Accelerate Product Conference play an important role in educating the SA Design and manufacturing sector on cutting edge developments that will ultimately ait in its global competitiveness

Momina Malik
Durban University of Technology

Great work and thank you! I was intrigued from the start to end. I'm always fascinated by Brandon's vast knowledge and great ability to teach SW. Your team is great, definitely the cream of the crop. Brillant!

Ayuk Ebot Valerie
Blue Nova Energy

The world is evolving and advancing so to is technology. Thanks MECAD for keeping us informed with new innovations and making us keep up with current and future technologies

DR Eugene Wilsenach
Edenglen High School

“This event was hosted by the industry leader in CAD and should be attended by education leaders in the engineering field as well as the wider engineering management fraternity.”

Jason Wepener
3D Pro Reverse Engineering (Pty) Ltd

“Definitely worth attending: to meet the MECAD team, see what’s new, and networking, all at an excellent venue.”

Riaan de Beer
Vee Plastics

“Very well-planned event, the food was great, all MECAD staff was top notch, information that was available was more than sufficient. It was well worth the time and effort to attend! Well done!!!”

Paul Vermaak
Grid Control Technologies

“It was presented in a very professional manner and by extremely knowledgeable people in their specific fields of expertise”

Zander Lesch
HidroTech Systems

“Event made me aware of what is possible with SOLIDWORKS and associated programs".

Wessel Stapelberg
Fabrinox

"The event is a great opportunity to engage and network with peers from various CAD backgrounds and industries".

Dale Trevor
Global Riser

"Attending the event gave me a lot of insight into what the future holds for SOLIDWORKS and operating within the CLOUD. It also provided a great opportunity to hear how other companies are using the software".

Ivan Marais
Filmatic

"Thank you to you and your team for inviting us. It was a well structured and professionally executed function that I found informative".

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