MSC Apex
An easy-to-use software designed for effective virtual product development.
MSC Apex presents multi-purpose and accessible tools that guarantee easy usability. It features several learning aids, including tutorials, video-based documentation and workflow, as well as at-mouse instructions for single day productivity.
Benefits And Features
A fully-integrated, structural analysis solution for engineers and analysts.
CAD and Mesh
This software uses extensive geometry preparation tools, such as midsurfacing and cleanup. Its high-quality meshes provide you with the best, idealized model in the fastest possible time.
Solver analysis and validation
With analysis readiness checks and comprehensive solver support, MSC Apex ensures first-run success.
Regenerative updates
Experience premium simulation data that updates in real-time while design changes are made.
What's New
Learn about the latest in MSC Apex 2025.1
Building upon its advanced capabilities, this version introduces a significant stride in developing comprehensive beam functionality, while also delivering substantial enhancements in post-processing and visualisation, including the long-awaited pre-processing cutting plane and expanded custom tools. You’ll experience notable performance improvements across various operations, such as edge tie generative behaviour, non-structural mass display, and STL file import.
Training and Resources
Take advantage of various learning opportunities
Visit the Nexus Academy Catalog for a complete list of educational content. You can enroll for training, complete self-paced courses, register for distance learning, classroom instruction, live training events, and download or print your completion certificate.
Dive into our documentation to explore the full potential of our product offerings
Your ultimate resource for practical guidance and support. Here you’ll find a wealth of step-by-step how-to guides, detailed tutorials, and handy tips and tricks. Whether you’re troubleshooting an issue or looking for ways to optimize your use of our products, our Documentation Center provides clear and concise information to help you get the most out of your experience.
Expand your knowledge
Our Knowledge Base is your go-to hub for in-depth insights and valuable information. Explore a rich collection of articles and detailed white papers crafted to provide you with the knowledge you need to excel. From industry trends to expert analyses, our Knowledge Base is designed to keep you informed and empowered with the latest and most relevant content.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Currently, the Custom Tools only get installed for the user account doing the installation. So typically, if your IT department installed Apex on your machine, you won't initially have access to the Custom Tools. One solution is to copy the Custom Tools folder from a working installation. See Article 30814 for more information.
Try executing "lsconfig.bat" to re-install Apex lock server service.
The error message will typically mention the location of your "lsconfig.bat" file, but it will usually be at:
“Install_dir/2021-803100/leaf/serfvices/EOM/win8664/bin/lsconfig.bat"...where the version number "2021-803100" will be dependent on what you've installed. Execute the lsconfig.bat file with "run as administrator option" to install the service.
Yes. Please see this link for a webinar that goes through this workflow.
Please see this webinar, which goes through the basics.
The webinar (Introduction to MSC Apex Customization) is a good start:
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