MECAD Accelerate 2024

Thank you for joining us at MECAD Accelerate 2024! This year’s event brought together professionals, innovators, and thought leaders from across South Africa to share insights, learn from industry experts, and connect on a whole new level.

MECAD Accelerate 2024

An unforgettable CAD experience

The 2024 MECAD Accelerate event brought together CAD professionals and enthusiasts in an exciting series of sessions held across three provincesGauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape.

Over the course of the event, attendees experienced 18 sessions filled with expert tips and tricks to help them design faster, smarter, and more efficiently using CAD software.

This event wasn’t just about learning—it was about connecting. With over 260 attendees, MECAD Accelerate 2024 created a platform for professionals to share ideas, solve design challenges, and explore the future of CAD.

Explore the photos and videos to relive the event highlights and get inspired for MECAD Accelerate 2025!

MECAD Accelerate 2024

Frequently asked questions

MECAD Accelerate 2024 was held across three provinces in South Africa—Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape. Each location provided attendees with the opportunity to experience expert-led CAD sessions tailored to their needs while connecting with like-minded professionals in their region.

The event featured 18 interactive sessions, including expert tips and tricks, in-depth discussions, and demonstrations designed to help attendees maximise the potential of their CAD software. These sessions focused on improving efficiency, productivity, and creativity in CAD workflows, catering to beginners and seasoned professionals alike.

The event saw an impressive turnout of over 260 attendees from various industries and regions. This diverse group included CAD professionals, engineers, designers, and enthusiasts who came together to learn, share, and connect.

You can relive all the best moments from MECAD Accelerate 2024 by exploring our photo and video gallery. Simply click on the Explore Photos & Videos button above to see highlights from all three provinces, including speaker presentations, networking moments, and more.

Additionally, its integrated simulation tools allow users to validate and optimize their designs before production. This makes SOLIDWORKS the preferred solution for product development, providing a comprehensive suite of features that are tailored to engineers and designers.

If your primary focus is on 3D design and engineering, SOLIDWORKS is often considered the industry leader due to its intuitive interface, parametric design flexibility, and seamless integration of simulation tools.

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Welcome to MECAD Accelerate

South Africa's premier CAD conference

Join us at MECAD Accelerate, where SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE take center stage. Discover cutting-edge technologies, network with industry leaders, and explore innovative solutions that can transform your business operations and drive growth.

About the event

What is MECAD Accelerate?

Experience MECAD Accelerate, a premier event showcasing the latest advancements in design, engineering, and manufacturing technologies.

Engage in interactive sessions led by industry experts and delve into the powerful features of SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE.

Network with top professionals to gain insights that can drive your business forward.

Join us for an unparalleled opportunity to learn, innovate, and connect with the pioneers shaping the future of the industry.

Event benefits

Why you should attend

MECAD Accelerate is your gateway to staying ahead of the curve in the design and manufacturing industries. Attendees will benefit from exclusive insights, valuable networking opportunities, and hands-on experiences with SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE.

Event venues

Where we're hosting

MECAD Accelerate is coming to Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal. Join us at a location near you to experience this groundbreaking event firsthand.

Gauteng

KwaZulu-Natal

Western Cape

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