EMX Changelog

14.0.3.6

Enhancements

• Update MEUSBURGER components to status July 2023.

Improvements

• Find a ways to make sure the MEUSBURGER F55 guide bores have additional cutouts with correct diameter based on the assembled guide component. [RM-15858]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Error message, when material is set in case working directory is on a network drive. [RM-15918]
• Issue fixed: Problem when redefining coolings in part mode. Invalid ids in cooling bores in case components are assembled in a loop [RM-15896]
• Issue fixed: DME cooling components N have wrong dimensions. [RM-15837]
• Issue fixed: Invalid core bore depth for MEUSBURGER F50/F55 plates. [RM-15752]

14.0.3.5

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Size calculation does not work with active option EXCL_SIZE_CALC_PARAM. [RM-15666]

14.0.3.4

Enhancements

• Add new guide component KNARR 517404
• Add new component types: Electronic and Attachment components. [RM-15640]
• Add MEUSBURGER cycle counters E2480, E24805, E24807, E2484 and E2485
• Add MEUSBURGER limit switches E6500, E65005, E6502, E65025, E6504, E6505 E65055, E6507, E65075, E6509 to electronic components.
• Add KNARR limit switches 807600, 807600-2, 807700, 807700-2, 807650 808600, 808600-2, 808700, 808700-2, 808650, 807600-4, 808600-4 to electronic components.
• Add STRACK limit switches Z7600. Z7600-2, Z7600-4 to electronic components.
• Add new pneumatic component: FESTO QSL- R

Improvements

• Move transport bridge bar E1930 from library to attachments
• Move Optiz date stamps from library to attachments
• Update instances of guide component RABOURDIN 1073

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In case Meusburger F055 and F55 plate with active 1+3 pattern is assembled, the second main guide diameters are not correct. [RM-15641]
• Issue fixed: &supplier parameter can not be manually edited in BOM. [RM-15639]
• Issue fixed: 2nd rail model is not correctly found in customer specific assembly. [RM-15589]

14.0.3.3

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Allow subfolders for supplier sepcific component tempalte files. [RM-15462]

14.0.3.2

Enhancements

• Allow placeholder * for spaces in non-numerical and non-math-expression instance dimension values. [RM-15410]

Improvements

• Update existing KNARR components with February 2023 data.

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Rename Project Files does not work correctly in specific case with NAME_SUBASM_COMP active. [RM-15445]
• Issue fixed: Meusburger hydraulic component E7140 material is incorrect. Use 1.0037 steel instead

14.0.3.1

Enhancements

• Update Misumi components: EPH (Ejector Pin), GPH (Precision Leader Pins), EGH (Precision Ejector Leader Pins), GPHL (Precision Leader Pins), GBHE (Leader Bushings-Head), GBBM (Leader Bushings-Straight), GBHDZ (Oil Free Leader Bushings-Head), GBSDZ (Oil Free Leader Bushings-Straight), EGBLT (Ejector Leader Busings), EGBL (Ejector Leader Busings). [RM-12337] [SPR-13237836]
• Add American Standard components: Sealing Ring AS568 for different assembly situations. [[RM-15338]]

Improvements

• Improve trim feature behavior for ejector pins. [RM-15085]
• Improve Auto length behavior for several ejector pins, e.g. ejector_42.prt [RM-14905]
• Implement Option to decide whether inch nominal values should be displayed as fractions or decimals. [RM-14845]

Bugfixes

• Issued fixed: Accuracy issue in calculate model size with NUMBER_DIGITS_BOM set to "0". [RM-15278]

14.0.3.0

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Invalid density units in mtl material files. [RM-15078]

14.0.2.5

Enhancements

• Introduce new INFO type for Nominal values. [RM-14825]
• Add MISUMI GPH and GPHL guide components.

Improvements

• Update MISUMI EGH guide component.

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Outline drawing frame is not correctly painted in case a non default csys is selected.[RM-14796]
• Issue fixed: After modifying any plate or component all tolerances disappear from its drawing and dimensions having different decimal places change to the value as per EMX option set for NR_DIGITS_COMMON [SPR-14345577] [RM-14789]

14.0.2.4

Improvements

• Make guide assembly E1140/E1332 turnable and allow flipping of E1332 component within assembly. [RM-14775]
• Display Materials in Material Option Menu of BOM in upper case by default. [RM-14757]
• Also display post regeneration relations in component dialog relation field. [RM-14751]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Cooling UDFs have invalid extra surface at the cosmetic thread due to invalid definition [RM-14781]
• Issue fixed: Can not select plate F53 in Drawing Area of Moldbase Definition. [RM-14597]
• Issue fixed: Invalid LG2 value in blade ejectors EJP-EHNB and EJP-ELHB from DME. [RM-14628]
• Issue fixed: 'Archive Instance' does not work in case components folder has no write access. [RM-14617]

14.0.2.3

Improvements

• Meusburger Support Pillar E1513 needs option to create a flat blind hole in last cut out model. [RM-10022]
• So far only the EMX_SURFACE_FUNCTION parameter is transfered from library cut quilts to the resulting cut out surface. Now also all other string, integer, double and boolean parameters are transfered. [RM-13048]
• Add option for screws to allow cuting in previous plate. [RM-8037]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In case library components are asssembled in a loop the cut quilt cut outs are not created. [RM-14546]
• Issue fixed: In UDF screw_cb_coax the CB_DEPTH dimension and CD_DEPTH_OPPOSITE dimension are flipped. [RM-14517]
• Issue fixed: Spaces in configuration paths are not considered anymore. [RM-14568]

14.0.2.2

Improvements

• Simplify assembly logic for Meusburger E1330 [RM-14475]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: EMX_SURFACE_FUNCTION parameter are not on both sides of holes in the plate templates [RM-13600]
• Issue fixed: auto_libtread, quilt_cut udfs etc. are not found in case udf folder exists in custom configuration, but udf is only available in installation [RM-14468]
• Issue fixed: Always paint mold base drawing area in case of editing nominal values, otherwise offset is not updated correctly [RM-14466]
• Issue fixed: Invalid orientation of rotation fixture for ejector sleeve templates [RM-14476]
• Issue fixed: In Modify Mode References get lost when changing type with different reference group type or are overwritten by Moldbase Default references [RM-10699]

14.0.2.1

Improvements

• Introduce new Option EXCEL_TEMPLATE_PATH. In case Excel file is Read-Only create copy in current working directory based on BOM_FILENAME option. [RM-14386]
• Improve the Library Component Editor. [RM-14329]
• EMX_BOM_INFO of sub components cannot be edited in Library Component Dialog. Manual changes in dat file get lost. Introduce new Source column to edited. Local Part Name entries. [RM-11390]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In case no size files exist in config plates supplier the size is not set up correctly in moldbase definition modify mode [RM-14450]
• Issued fixed: First cut in face owner does not work anymore for cooling plugs. Introduce variable option ADD_CUT_IN_FACE_OWNER in sealing plugs. [RM-14377]
• Issued fixed: Automatic screw length calculation for socket flat head screws MEUSBURGER E1220 does not work as expected. [RM-10738]

14.0.2.0

Bugfixes

• Issued fixed: Instances and ordering numbers in WEMA S3113 file with diameter bigger and equal 12 are invalid. [RM-14261]

14.0.1.13

Enhancements

• Update MEUSBURGER catalog to July 2022 status.

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: HASCO core retainer plates can not be selected. [RM-14001]
• Issue fixed: It is not possible to create waterline analysis parts and assembly in case emx is installed in a networkpath. [RM-13925]

14.0.1.12

Enhancements

• New STRACK Latchlocks added Z5-0/1/2 and Z5-31/32
• New STRACK Latchlocks added Z3-1/2/3 and Z3-11/21/31

Improvements

• Update existing KNARR plates F and K, ejector pins, screws, dowel pins, guides, insulation plates, knockouts, locating rings, stop discs to 2022 catalog status. [RM-13823]
• Allow project name, prefix, postfix placeholders in BOM_FILENAME option. [RM-13928]
• When deleting component only first instance is highlighted. Highlight all instances! [RM-13949]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: For MEUSBURGER F070 and F70 rails the default rails screw threads are not available in plate model. [RM-13713]
• Issue fixed: In case mm component with inch thread is assembled to mm plate, the resulting thread PITCH and THREADS_PER_INCH parameters are not converted to correct unit. [RM-13843]
• Issue fixed: Can not open Moldbase Definition Dialog for subassemblies. [RM-13941]
• Issue fixed: Can not enter part name which already exists as model. [RM-13920]
• Issue fixed: Project parameter values are restricted to 32 characters in Project Parameter Dialog. [RM-13926]
• Issue fixed: Masterview is not activated in case new project is created. [RM-13918]
• Issue fixed: It is not possible to edit component parameters in Bill of Material for Standard Parts. [RM-13942]

14.0.1.10

Improvements

• Enable EMX_NO_CUT_PARAM also for parts inside of the library assembly. [RM-13802]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In case component is assembled without "Copy Drawing" enabled and drawing is afterwards manually cretated in a second step with same name like component, the Modify command leads to a crash. [RM-13803]
• Issue fixed: BOM to Excel export does not consider Unciode characters. [RM-13804]

14.0.1.9

Enhancements

• Allow more then one TypeID in dat files separated by ";" This allows guide components to be available for ejector guides and regular guides in moldbase definition.

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In case distance from point to plane is exactly the size of the nominal ejector in can happen that Trim-to-Geom features creates longer ejector pins then the suppliers nominal length. [RM-13453]
• Issue fixed: HASCO Z13, Z13W and Z14 are assembled upside down [RM-13565]
• Issue fixed: BOM Balloons can not be placed due to missing window activation for modeless BillOfMaterialsDialog. [RM-13655]
• Issue fixed: For some ejector pins (e.g. Knarr 36111) it can happen that automatic length calculation returns error. [RM13670]

14.0.1.8

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: BOM has performance issues with Windchill [RM-13545]
• Fix smaller issues in Component Editor assembly references table

14.0.1.7

Enhancements

• Add new MEUSBURGER cooling components E20767, E20769 and E20809
• Add new STRACK pneumatic components Z139 Z5144, Z5145 and Z5146
• Add new STRACK slider holding device Z5129, Z5130, Z5131
• Add new STRACK stroke cylinders Z5100, Z5101, Z5102
• Add new STRACK thrust pieces Z3152, Z3154, Z3153, Z3156 and Z3158
• Add new knockout STRACK Z5085

Improvements

• Update STRACK components SN3550, Z7713
• Improve and simplify editing of assembly references in Component Editor

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In Modify Mode the inputpanel for partnames is disabled [RM-13437]

14.0.1.6

Improvements

• Improve Material file behavior. Remove Option MATFILE_EXTENSION. Files can be organized in subfolders (material/steel , material/alloy etc.). Search Behavior is now:

14.0.1.5

Enhancements

• Introduce xml based recipe files. Text based recipe files still work, but are handled as deprecated. [RM-12947]
• Add new MEUSBURGER ejector pins: E1770 (With air ventilation), E1780 (Cylindrical, Copper), E17109
• Add new PEDROTTI guide components: EBU2, EBU2B, EZP1H
• Add new PEDROTTI ejector pins: EES2CB, EES2DLC, EES2NL, EES2CL_2RAD, EES2CL_4RAD

Improvements

• Option "Add Cut Face in Owner does not exists anymore. Ray Tracing algorithm for cut out models covers edge cases.
• Update PEDROTTI guide components: EBU3B, EZP1
• Update PEDROTTI ejector pins: EES1, EES2, EES2C, EES2T, EE2CBM, EES2CL

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Regression: UDF Dimension tolerances are incorrectly set. [RM-12932]

14.0.1.4

Enhancements

• Implement Weblink button for Library Components. [RM-12872]
• Updated and new PEDROTTI guide components: EBU1, EBU1B, EBU1BG, EBU1H, EBU1HBG EBU1S, EBU1SBG, EBU1SH, EBU3, EBU3B, ECO1, ECO1H, ECO1S, ECO1SH, ECO2, ECO2E ECO2L, ECO2LC, ECO2SG. [RM-8894] [SPR-1327765]

Improvements

• Enable Spinboxes in Library Component Dialog [RM-12885]

Bugfixes

• Issue Fixed: Invalid BORE_REF_DIA in Parker O-Rings [RM-12873]
• Issue Fixed: BOM Table can not be sorted anymore by Item table line. [MR-12890]

14.0.1.3

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: References for guide component meusburger E1330 are incorrectly oriented in case it is assembled from Moldbase Definition. [RM-12832]
• Issue fixed: BOM: In case Internal BUW_ORD_NAME component parameter is empty, the &bomname parameter name is always overwritten by modelname, if it was edited manually already. [RM-12834]
• Issue fixed: In case SAVE_SIZE_IN_EMPTY_ORDNUMBER is active and assembly component is placed while another assembly with equal subcomponents already exists the order is overwritten by size value. [RM-12836]
• Issue fixed: In library assemblies the parameters from sub components are not correctly updated in case they should be filled from dat file [RM-12841]

14.0.1.2

Improvements

• Make sure O-Ring in WEMA cooling components like S3102 etc. is displayed in rubber color [RM-12809]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: In case springs are assembled on multiple points only the last cutout ist created. [RM-12764]

14.0.1.1

Enhancements

• Improve spring component behavior. Introduce new flexbile springs and force calculation mechanism. Breaking Change: Compressions Spring is not part of Moldbase Definition anymore. New flexible springs are not compatible with Moldbase Defintion. Existing Springs can be modified and deleted like regular spring components. [RM-12328]
• Implement DME springs WZ8031TV, WZ8031TB. WZ8031TR, WZ8031VL, WZ8031V, WZ8031B, WZ8031R, WZ8031G, WZ8031A.
• Implement HASCO springs Z60, Z610, Z611, Z612, Z613, Z64.
• Add Mahr guide components N400, N421, N423, N425, N500, N501, N502, N511.

Improvements

• Improve MEUSBURGER Springs E1530, E1536, E15365, E1537, E15375, E1538, E15385 E1539, E1541, E1542, E1543, E1544, E1545 and E1546.
• Improve STRACK Springs SN2520, SN2540, SN2560, SN2580, SN2590

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Model Drawing of ejector pins is not correctly deleted in case type changes with same partname. [RM-10695]
• Issue fixed: Integer parameter is reset to default value in case cutout dimensions are edited. [RM-12303]
• Issue fixed: When loading a PCS mold base into Expert Moldbase Extension the graphics window shows a rectangle for the guided ejection leader pin. [RM-12274]
• Issue fixed: Option PREVIEW_VIS_STYLE does not work as expected [RM-12331]
• Issue fixed: Crash when using "Remove all components to start with a blank Moldbase. [RM-12325] [SPR-13227636]
• Issue fixed: In case component is modified, checked in into Windchill and Name does not changed during modification. [RM-12098]
• Issue fixed: Cooling components created with Option NAME_SUBASM_COMP active and ADD_COOLING_REF_IN_PART can not be redefined, in case Model needs to be exchanged, due to external references. [RM-12101]

14.0.1.0

Enhancements

• Add STRACK OXA plate size.
• Add new Hasco components [RM-10793]: Z98HT, Z21, Z031, Z032, Z811HT, Z4501, Z458.
• Update existing Hasco components: Z03, Z11, Z40, Z43, Z50, Z81, Z511, Z555, Z556, Z557, Z691, Z721, Z725, Z811, Z051, Z94, Z942, Z1212, Z1213, Z185, Z9430.
• Remove obsolete Hasco components: K100, K1000, K107, K500, K501, K505, K506, TD(tubular dowel)
• Add missing Meusburger cooling component E2101. [RM-10520]

Improvements

• Show Library Component Dialog again in case assemby references are not yet fully defined and user select OK button. [RM-11675]

Bugfixes

• Issue fixed: Missing translations in BOM column names. [SPR-12814097] [RM-11863]
• Issue fixed: Copy drawing will not ignore for plates if option EMX_CHECK_DWG_TYPES is set to "-". [RM-11674]
• Issue fixed: The assembly of the ejectors fails with different assembly directions for a reference part with the error "Cannot assemble the cutouts.". [RM-11559] [SPR-1241162]
• Issue fixed: Balloons can not be placed within local sections on drawing views. [RM-12050]
• Issue fixed: ibrary component fails to cut one of the parts. [RM-11393]
• Issue fixed: Message, which tells user that a guide or screw diameter is different compared to required diameter in moldbase defintion, is not informative. [RM-12088]
• Issue fixed: In case udf group is part of refrence pattern and leader group is not inside of model, UDF gets deleted while modifying component (e.g. second rail model) [RM-12087]

14.0.0.0

Improvements

• Major Release
• Supports Creo 8.0