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***ATTENTION – We recommend that our network users of the software, that are working remotely and connected with a VPN, have someone from the office run the update first. This insures a better connection and prevents the lose of data during an update. Once this is completed from the office all other users can update with out any issues. ***

* Option 1 ALL INFORMATION WILL BE LOST. This option updates by OVERWRITING all database files.
* Option 2 is the RECOMMENDED selection. This option updates by merging in the changes with your existing data and requires the previous update before this one.

PartnerPak Studio – Version 5.0.0.124 Update

 

We have released the latest update to PartnerPak Studio.  This update requires version 5.0.0.122 be installed before you will be able to update to the latest version.

 

There are two versions of this update. The standard 5.0.0.124 update contains the new DirectX 12 controls that takes advantage of Microsoft’s latest technology. This update will not only increase speed saving, configuring elevations and eliminate the DX9 errors and crashing after building one to two elevations experienced by newer computers. This update may not run on older computers (see minimum requirements) and will not run at all on ones running Windows XP or Windows 7. This change was required with the release of Intel’s 12 generation processor and newer. We recommend upgrading your systems as this technology is over 20 years old. Our purpose is to always strive to provide our customers with the latest advancements in technology and features in our software. The other update available will be labeled as the DX9 update for those below these minimum requirements. There is no damage caused in loading the wrong update as we can quickly convert you to the correct option for your computer. Before loading this update check your current PartnerPak version for the DX12 or DX9 in the top bar of the program.

 

Minimum Requirements for new standard update with DirectX 12 support:

  • Processor (AMD / INTEL): Ryzen 3 1200 – 3.1 Ghz / i5-4460 – 3.2 Ghz
  • RAM: 8 GB (Dual-channel mode)
  • Video Card: AMD R9 380 – 4GB / GeForce GTX 960 4GB
  • Storage: 50 GB HDD (SSD Recommended)
  • Operating system: Windows 10 (64-bit only)
  • DirectX Version: DirectX 12
  • Additional note: Requires GPU with DirectX 12 (Feature Level 12_0) support.

What’s New In This Version?

– Added the option to add Unit tags when building elevations and that carry to the metal fabrication drawings.
– Tempering rule adjusted next to door and less than 60″
– Added the ability to adjust the trim, kerf, add during each optimization when selecting yes to the Edit Stock question during an optimization.

    • General Program Changes
    • – Added the option to add Unit tags when building elevations and that carry to the metal fabrication drawings.
    • – Tempering rule adjusted next to door and less than 60″.
    • – Added the ability to adjust the trim, kerf, add during each optimization when selecting yes to the Edit Stock question during an optimization.
    • – Ability to delete more than one bid recap at a time.
    • – Added anoption to turn off frame shading on dark sticks during the building of elevations.
    • – Added an option to turn on displaying glass sizes on the elevation while building it and to include on shop drawings.
    • – Minor bug fixes.
    • Fabrication Changes
    • – Added a Carts database to auto assign carts when importing to metal fabrication.
    • – Changed the combine option when running metal fabrication option. (No Combine, per Frame only, Combine All)
    • – On the Door Fabrication screen, the list of jobs is in a grid view with machine direction and date when imported.
    • – On the Glass Fabrication screen, the list of jobs is in a grid view with machine direction and date when imported.
    • – Added the option to apply fabrication library operations to the threshold.
    • – Added the X Loc Reference dimension to the Add Library Fab screen.
    • – Added additional formula options on the Add Library Fab screen for OC with a + starting location.
    • – Added the option to define a vendor and fabrication type to the library fabs screen to better organize the list and then to filter the list when add the Library Fab to a stick or door. Edited the Fab Type list in the list manager.
    • – When you click the import project on the fabrication screens and click on a frame a preview will appear of that frame on the right.
    • – Rhino Drop link option in the drops database to add the available drops at the Rhino to PartnerPak for review. A RhinoFab machine on your internal network is required.
    • – Add the option to check the RhinoFab for the status of a list in metal fabrication that has been imported into the RhinoFab computer. A RhinoFab machine on your internal network is required.
DirectX 12 Version – Supported Windows 10 or Newer
Software Version: 5.0.0.124
Date Posted: 02/01/2024
Required Version: 5.0.0.122
DirectX 9 Version – Windows 10 or Older
Software Version: 5.0.0.124
Date Posted: 02/01/2024
Required Version: 5.0.0.122

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Previous Software Versions

Version:
5.0.0.122

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Changes in version 5.0.0.122

  • General Program Changes
  • – Enhanced all the 3D graphics screens to be compatible with DirectX 12. This also increased the speed and responsiveness when saving and configurating elevations.
  • – All vendors pricing changes and current system updates required.
  • – Add option to include RO lines on the CAD shop drawings.
  • – Moved the dimensions to their own layer in CAD shop drawings.
  • – Minor bug fixes.
  • Fabrication Changes
  • – Can use the F2 key on the library fab name to view its details.
  • – Enhanced the csv import to allow fab operations to be included.
  • Studio APP Changes
  • – Create new projects from the app.

Version:
5.0.0.120

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Changes in version 5.0.0.120

  • General Program Changes
  • – You now can upload your Purchase Orders directly into the Kawneer Direct shopping cart.
  • – When using the export to cad feature you now can select use perimeter sheets of Kawneer details or continue to use the individual details to match the section cuts of the elevations. Also added the ability to review each detail being used for the elevation.
  • – With this new cad feature the metal group now holds what cad perimeter sheet and what cad details are assigned to that group.
  • – The door frames database also has the option to assign the cad details to be used when that door frame is used on an elevation.
  • – On the recap questions screen the CMP Matrix setting is moved down and opened so that you can see the CMP list being used.
  • – The option to include or exclude taxes and markup from the recap has also been add to this screen.
  • – You can also type a new Recap Status and it will prompt you to add it to the list after clicking ok.
  • – When reviewing the bid recaps, you now can type in new Vendors, Labor Items, or Add Charges and the program will ask if you would like to add these items to the database or list.
  • – When building elevations, you can now right click on a stick and add a library fab to the selected sticks.
  • – When hovering over a stick that had a library fab assigned to it the box will show you what fab has been assigned.
  • – To view where Library Fabs are located click on VIEW at the top menu and select CUSTOM FAB LOCATIONS.
  • – To remove the library fabs, select the sticks, click on VIEW, and then CLEAN SELECTED LIBRARY FABS.
  • – When building an elevation and you right click on a stick and select CHANGE FABRICATION you can now change the angle type to trim and apply a + or – trim that will carry across to metal fabrication. This applies to the back members only.
  • – When building an elevation with head or sill channels they will be represented on the elevation with visible black lines.
  • Fabrication Changes
  • – On the Metal Fabrication screen, the list of jobs is in a grid view with machine direction and date when imported.
  • – Once you OUTPUT a file from the Metal Fabrication screen you can use IMPORT DATA and read the file back in.
  • – When using the CSV Import data format, you can now define the ID column in the csv file and change the Part ID for the list.
  • – The Part ID can now be changed on any item of any list in the Metal Fabrication screen. You still cannot have duplicate IDs. Once you change the ID it is suggested that you hit tab or move to the next column to make sure that the change takes effect. You can also verify that the fab operations now also have the new Part Id.
  • – Created a new report Door Hardware Reference Elevations – Landscape in the door fabrication feature that lists the door parts, hardware, and door glass information for each elevation with a door
  • – The Add Library Fab screen now has an apply button to allow for multiple fabrications to be added without having to close and open the screen each time.
  • – Added additional formula options on the Add Library Fab screen Y=L/# with a + or – option.
  • – Added the option in the Fab Operations screen to change multiple setting all at once using the Change Multiple Fabs button. First select only the lines you want to apply the change to and then click the button.
  • – When adding fixed primary fabs to a part you can now use formulas in the y loc field (i.e., IF L<# THEN Y=#, IF L># THEN Y=#).
  • – The additional door hardware screen on the door editor will now be looking at the items added to this screen to apply library fabs to the door or frame components. Make sure to set the Fab Side to lock or hinge.
  • – Added a new fabrication operation PATH. This is like a slanted slot, and you define the starting x, y, and the ending x (width column), y (height column). For the front and back drill, it is starting z, y and ending z, y.
  • Studio APP Changes
  • – The ANDROID version is now available in the Google play store.
  • – Added additional items to the PartnerPak Studio Task Manager.
  • Database Changes
  • – All price book changes from Kawneer up to the August 2022 update have been added to the program.
  • – The 2500 UT Triple Glazed and the 7525/7550 systems have been added.

Version:
5.0.0.118

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Changes in version 5.0.0.118

  • General Program Changes
  • – Add the ability to download your Kawneer CMPs from Kawneer Direct directly into your cmp matrix. First select the cmp matrix list and then click the import cmp matrix icon in the top right. Next you will need to provide your Kawneer Direct username and password. Once you click ok it will merge in the new values to the selected list. If you experience any login issues, go to Kawneer Direct and verify you are using the correct information.
  • – Added the option to split multiple QTY frames into individual frames. This will create a Frame 1-# up to the number of multiples.
  • – Added the option to specify the splice location for sill and head channels. Start by clicking on the sill or head member first. Then right click on that member and select “Set Channel Splices”. You can only do one of the channels at a time.
  • – Created a Master Password screen under the TOOLS menu that will allow you to set passwords for access into certain screens when in the network mode of the program or are using the new studio app.
  • – When using the network mode of Glazier Studio you can now set user login passwords for each user from the TOOLS menu and USER MANAGEMENT. There is the ability to give full access, view only, or block users within different areas of the program.
  • Fabrication Changes
  • – On the elevation drawing created when using the door fabrication option, we added additional dimensions around the door.
  • – When using a Fab Library to apply fabrication operations automatically or manually to a stick or door the name of that library was added to the operations screen to identify the operation to the name of the fab library selected.
  • – On the Metal/Door fab operations screens the option to shift the x fab location and shift y location + or – has been added. Select the line or lines by clicking the boxes to the left of each line and then click the buttons as seen above.
  • – When creating a library fab you now have the options to “USE X LOC REFERENCE” that allows you to specify an x location when applying the fab to a hardware part and then the fabrication operations will offset from there.
  • – Add the option to include the part numbers of the metal fabrication elevation drawings.
  • NEW Product
  • – Developed a new iOS app Glazier Studio to complement the program.

Version:
5.0.0.116

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Changes in version 5.0.0.116

  • General Program Changes
  • – We have increased the speed of redrawing the elevation after an operation is completed. Also increased the speed of the saving process for each frame. This time difference is more noticeable when using the network version of the program.
  • – Created the option to have multiple CMP Matrix lists. This can be used for distributors, quoting for different locations or customers. Set this up under TOOLS | Options | CMP Matrix from the main screen of the program.
  • – We added the area, perimeter, and joint information for each frame to the General Elevation report in the Bid Recap reports.
  • – Added the option to define the Active Leaf on a pair of doors for drawings and fabrication purposes.
  • – Add the option in Cad Parameters to turn on or off the Bottom and Side view of the elevation added in the last update.
  • – In Catalog Parts you can create a part that may have different fabrication rules from the standard part and set the FAB Opt. Part to be the actual standard part number to use for the Recap, Optimization, and or Fabrication.
  • – On the proposal option screens we added a check/uncheck all button to quickly choose the options.
  • – On the Review Saved Bid Recap screen we added the total area with all other totals. We also allowed the columns to be re-arranged and the program will save the order of the columns for future use.
  • – Corrected the overall frame dimension if only one side of the elevation uses a jamb channel.
  • – Added the option to define a 1” Glass Adaptor for a frame in the Optional Metal screen of a metal group.
  • – Corrected the ability to use hardware assemblies when placing anchors on an elevation.
  • – Added an option to set the keyword “Open Back” on an open back door jamb to allow for screw spline fabrication when the default for door jambs is shear block.
  • – Added the area dimension to the glass pop window when hovering over the glass lite in the elevation.
  • – Added additional formula option on the fab formula builder.
  • – Added formula options for the XLOC and ZLOC on the Primary and Secondary screen for catalog parts.
  • FD or FD-# are Framing Depth of part and would be used in the XLOC field.
  • FW or FW-# are Framing Width of the part and would be used in the ZLOC field.
  • – Apply Fab Rules Library part to hardware parts then when added to a door they are automatically applied to the door leaf, door frame, and or door stiles and rails for Door or Metal Fabrication.
  • YLOC formula options if “USE Y LOC REFERENCE” is CHECKED on the Fab Library part being used.
  • #
  • #FF Note: FF = From Finished Floor
  • DW-# Note: DW = Door Width
  • DH-# Note: DH = Door Height
  • DOW-# Note: DOW = Door Opening Width
  • DOH-# Note: DOW = Door Opening Height
  • DH/2
  • DOH/2
  • All Y LOC numbers, or formulas can be separated by a comma.
  • Fab Rules Library Changes
  • – Added the option to add Pattern DXF parts to e fab rules library operations.
  • – Set the Fab Type operation as hinge, lock, door header, bottom rail, or top rail to be applied to the part of the door leaf, door frame, or door rails and stiles.
  • – Set the active leaf for the operation to be applied to the correct part on a pair of doors.
  • – Added formula options for the X LOC and Z LOC.
  • Fabs for Frame and Door Frame Members
  • FD or FD-# are Framing Depth of part and would be used in the X LOC field.
  • FW or FW-# are Framing Width of the part and would be used in the Z LOC field.
  • Fabs for Assembled Door Leaf or exploded Door Rail Members
  • SFW or SFW-# are Stile Framing Width of door rails only and would be used in the X LOC field.
  • DT or DT-# are Door Thickness of door rails only and would be used in the Z LOC field.
  • – Added formula options for the Y LOC when “USE Y LOC REFERENCE” is UNCHEKED on the Fab library.
  • # OC+# Note: 12 OC+3 = Go 12” on center starting from 3” not 0
  • # OC Note: 12 OC = Go 12” on center from 0
  • L=W/# Note: Location = Width(length) of part divide by #
  • L=DH/# Note: Location = Door Height divide by #
  • L=DH-# Note: Location = Door Height minus #
  • L=W-# Note: Location = Width(length) of part minus #
  • L=# Note: Location = # from Both Ends
  • L=#T Note: Location = # from Top Down
  • L=#B Note: Location = # from Bottom Up
  • Door Fabrication Changes
  • – Add the option to input a CUSTOM stile blank door leaf with all the proper dimension on one screen.
  • Metal Fabrication Changes
  • – Added a Split Multiple Qty button to turn a line item with multiple quantities into separated lines items of single quantities.
  • – Changed the Split Stick button to allow multiple locations with or without a gap from the bottom or left end of the stick.

Version:
5.0.0.114

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Changes in version 5.0.0.114

    • 1. Created a new Global Search Tool that will search through all the parts, groups, and projects of the catalog selected for a specific part or filter. There is also the option to replace a part in a group only. All other search boxes will search in the same manner showing you the list containing your search criteria.
    • 2. Created a Door Leaf Fabrication screen that will feed our new Rhino Door Fab machine.
    • 3. Added additional part parameters to automatically set the mating member cut angles and extensions when placing this part into an elevation. Select extrusion design parameters when editing an extrusion.
    • 4. Added the ability to define a recap status on your recaps. The default is STATUS 1-4 and this list can be modified in the list manager to meet your needs. This was created so that you could create and review your list of recaps per status. An example would be to see all recaps with a status of bidding, won, lost, etc.
  • 5. Metal Group Database additional fields
    •  a. Flip Verticals Right of Door – If you want all the verticals to the right of a door to automatically flip the male and female members check this box. This would be used so that two shallow pocket members would not be facing each other.
    •  b. Default Jamb & Vertical Splice PC – this will allow you to specify default product codes per this metal system when setting a splice location on an elevation.
    •  c. Right Door Jamb Companion – This will allow the right door jamb companion to be different than the default door jamb companion that is set in the primary metal of the metal group.
    •  d. End Bay Horizontal – this will set a different horizontal member in the very last panel to be different than all the other horizontal set through the frame.
    •  e. We added additional hardware fields in the hardware section of the metal group.
    •  f. We added all the additional glass thickness options for vinyl in the vinyl screen of the metal group.
    • 6. Added the ability to set replacement hardware when a part is changed out in the frame.
  • 7. Metal Fabrication additions
    •  a. Added the option to change the machine orientation from the import project screen. This is for those that have multiple Rhino machine that feed from different directions. You will see the machine direction in the top right change as you select an item in the saved list of different directions.
    •  b. In the metal fab operations screen for each part we added the number of steps and pocketing option that was only available at the Rhino Machine before. The number of steps will process a routing operation in multiple passes based on the number of steps. Pocketing allows you to clean out a rectangular rout either in the width or height direction based on the option you choose.
    •  c. We added some addition warning colors to help catch some incorrect fab information before being sent to the Rhino. The ORANGE will alert you that there are multiple tools being used on the same surface. The VIOLET will alert you that a fab operation is not within the part or outside the max of the Rhino parameters or something is set to 0 that requires a value.
    •  d. We added a new angle help screen that better explains the angle cuts available for both the Rhino 1100 series or 1350.
      e. The manual vertical fabrication location report now has all the horizontal locations reporting from the bottom of the stick.
    • 8. Added a Printer Drawing with total area, total DLO and % of glass to assist in the calculation of system U-Factor under the BOM & Drawings section of the program
    • 9. Added a side and bottom plan view next to the elevation when generating a Cad Shop Drawing.
    • 10. During the update process if you have a catalog part that you have marked custom and our update has updated pricing for that part a question will appear asking if you want our updated pricing for all parts or not to update the pricing.

Version:
5.0.0.112

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Changes in version 5.0.0.112

  • – Redesigned the Glass Fabrication feature of the program to include glass tagging, much the same as metal fabrication.
  • – You now have the ability to include all of the BOM, Glass Fabrication or Metal Fabrication lists to a table when generating shop drawings.
  • – Created a screen to view manually created fab rules or to create a new fab rule in the library.
  • – Created a screen that allows formulas to be created based on the function type of the part and the areas of the program that allow formulas.
  • – Added the option to save the Kawneer Direct output file as an .XLSX if you experienced any issues with the .XML file.
  • – Corrected some door frame fab locations in certain type configurations.
  • – Added the ability to have a different undercut or extension for a head/sill perimeter filler between the jamb and interior vertical.
  • – Added the option to add a “CUT” fab operation to use the saw on a Rhino for a secondary cut.
  • – Corrected an issue when editing assembly data and modifying the cut rules and the changes not holding.
  • Database Changes
  • – Added 2500 UT UNITWALL groups (Unitized system
  • – Added 1600 VENEER groups
  • – Added 1600 UT groups with F&T Anchors
  • – Updated 1620 UT groups to remove anchor plug (not needed with open-back head/sill)
  • – Updated pricing for other misc. parts

Version:
5.0.0.110

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Changes in version 5.0.0.110

  • – Created an inventory management screen for extrusions and hardware. The inventory is setup manually and during any metal optimization a question will be asked to allocate inventory for that project.
  • – Added a sub total and grand total box to each tab of the recap review screens.
  • – Added the description to the product code drop downs for Metal Fabrication, Recap Reviews, PO Review, & Misc. Metal and Glass Optimization screens.
  • – When adding an anchor to an elevation the anchor product code can recall a library fab and apply to that fabrication to the stick.
  • – Added an option in the metal group to set the length of the door jamb companion to extend to the finished floor or bottom of sill member.
  • – Created an inventory management screen for extrusions and hardware. The inventory is setup manually and during any metal optimization a question will be asked to allocate inventory for that project.
  • – Added a sub total and grand total box to each tab of the recap review screens
  • – Added the description to the product code drop downs for Metal Fabrication, Recap Reviews, PO Review, & Misc. Metal and Glass Optimization screens
  • – When adding an anchor to an elevation the anchor product code can recall a library fab and apply to that fabrication to the stick
  • – Added an option in the metal group to set the length of the door jamb companion to extend to the finished floor or bottom of sill member
  • – The end extension field for face members can now be used in the metal group. Prior to this only the undercut field with a + or – was operational
  • – Primary fabrications can now be setup per a function type or to be used anywhere
  • – Split stick option in metal fabrication can now be applied to multiple sticks at once
  • – The F5 key can be used on a part to mirror or rotate the part image if not in the correct orientation to be processed through a RhinoFab machine
  • – All Kawneer price book changes have been included
  • – Add the 1620 UT metal systems to the database
  • – Update all extrusion weights in the database

Version:
5.0.0.108

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Changes in version 5.0.0.108

  • – Added the report logo for the Kawneer Bid Request.
  • – Added a 2d printer drawing combined option.
  • – Added to ability to use assemblies in the optional metal for adapters.
  • – Added all vinyl information to the metal fabrication screen for output to the DeMichele Group Gasket Machine.
  • – Added the =DLO/ and =DLO formulas for face member fabrications.
  • – Added the option to add a L,R,T, or B to the L= formula for end and weep end fabs so the fab is only applied to one end on the main back members only at this time.
  • – Added the vertical dlo dimensions to the frame drawing in metal fabrication.
  • – Added a new option to create a sloped glazing frame under the out of square drop down in the graphics design screen.
  • – Added the ability to do change fabrication on multiple stick at once in the graphics design screen.
  • – Added a right click option in the graphics design screen to set a stick or opening of an elevation to be marked “ASSEMBLED”. The default for every part is “KD” or knocked down. This will be carried through to the metal fabrication screen.
  • – Added a right click option in the graphics design screen to set the Cart Name and Cart Row per stick or opening to be carried through to the metal fabrication screen.
  • – Added a right click option in the graphics design screen to flip the male and female vertical parts.
  • – Corrected the location of fabrications when manually changing the end angle type and add in the graphics design screen.
  • – Corrected a pricing issue on FT-Charge, Door, and Frame parts that required a user price during the bid recap.
  • – If you add a miter to bevel using the change fabrication in the graphics design screen it will now draw that angle on the stick.
  • – Added the option to create images for assemblies if you save the image in the dies folder without the “/” symbol.
  • – Corrected to Flip Y fabrication location to also work for XBottom fabs.
  • – Corrected modifying a metal group when building a project and the name of the group not being selected in the drop down.
  • – Added the option to right click and export a list to a csv of frames, parts and groups depending on the screen we selected.
  • – Added a new search box to the top of the screens that had long lists of projects or saved reports that didn’t have one.

Version:
5.0.0.107

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Changes in version 5.0.0.107

  • – ACTUALLY Added the A11 Insulpour Thermal Entrances.
  • – Added the new Sill and Sill Flashing parts for the Kawneer December Price Catalog release.
  • – Added a new CUSTOM check box for Catalog Parts, Metal Groups, and Door Frames that allows the user to block us from overwriting the parts and groups that they mark as custom. For Catalog Parts only, we will continue to update pricing only as vendors release new price changes.
  • – Corrected the City, State and Zip on the Proposal Report when no logo is included on the report.
  • – Added the pricing to the cut list bid summary for parts the user defained a price for on the missing price screen.
  • – Corrected an issue of inserting a door and the program freezing on computer systems pushing 4k resolution.
  • – Updated pricing info for Kawneer.
  • – Added RED, YELLOW, PURPLE,and ORANGE as glass color options for glass with that color in the name.
  • – Corrected the metal optimization cutting instructions from missing frame tags when running in METRIC mode.
  • – Metal Fabrication Changes.
  • – Added the bottom and back I-Planes for extrusions
  • – Added the option to change both the leading and trailing angles of a stick.
  • – Corrected the angle direction on face and pressure plate members for out of square frames.
  • – Added a layout view tab to the fab operation screen to see all the fabs from the different detail views.

Version:
5.0.0.105

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Changes in version 5.0.0.105

  • – Added a Layout Viewer to Level 4 that allows you to place and connect elevations at any angle to create multiple views.
  • – Corrected an issue with glass assemblies
  • – Added the ability to use asseblies with rules using DOOR ONLY, FRAME HT – DOOR HEIGHT
  • – Corrected some cutting instructions to list longest cuts to shortest.
  • – Corrected creating new PO’s and having doors and door frames show up in the hardware tab.
  • – Minor enhancments to the overall performance of the program.
  • – Updated pricing info for Kawneer.
  • – Added the option to justify multiple sticks at once.
  • – Added “silver” as a glass \ panel option to match clear anodized finishes.
  • – Corrected issues with building frames over 1000″
  • – Corrected position of the dropdown menu’s when you have multiple screens.
  • – Added new Shortcut Key – CTRL + Left click allows you to select that stick and all above.
  • – Added an ADD CHARGE tab to the FRAME – ADD PARTS \ CHARGES in the graphic editor.
  • – You can now capture the image of the door in the door configurator screen.
  • – Added the ADDITIONAL HARDWARE section to the HARDWARE OPTIONS for A1 Doors with A2 frames to pick up the A2 Frame preps needed.
  • – When using rim or concealed exit on sizes over 3′ or 6′, we automatically pick up the special width charge.
  • – Enhanced the options to replace the threshold when inserting a door only into an opening.
  • – Fixed issues with checking fabs on stops whene an ID number ended up in the end fab field.
  • – Decreased the time to pricess a project into metal fabrications.
  • – Added the fab formula for receptors to include “=DLo/#” i.e L=DLO/4
  • – Added the total number of cuts to the general elevation bid summary.
  • – Added a custom data import screen to the metal fabrication screen.

Version:
5.0.0.103

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Changes in version 5.0.0.103

  • – Changed 2D printer drawings to use the standard printer drawing with shading turned off. Creates a much cleaner drawing.
  • – Added a RE-SAVE all frames button on the frame list screen that will allow you to re-save all the frames in that project without having to open each one individually.
  • – Revised the Kawneer Logo
  • – When adding a special charge to the bid recap or purchase order the program now sets the default vendor to NULL.
  • – Fixed some Typo errors in the program.
  • – Added a check box to show machine location on the misc fab operations screen.
  • – Corrected an issue with changing a right jamb into a corner on a frame with splices.
  • – Corrected an issue in optimization if multiples gets turned off so the labels match the cut list.
  • – Corrected pricing a minimum glass size during the bid recap.

Version:
5.0.0.102

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Changes in version 5.0.0.102

  • – In the Alt Bid you can change the suffix “-ALT” that is added to the frame name or remove it.
  • – Added CTRL + Left Click on a horizontal or vertical to select that horizontal or vertical and all the horizontal or verticals above.
  • – Added the option to use Fractions in the Misc Metal Optimization.
  • – Added “Free Stick” to the right click menu in the graphic editor.
  • – Added the “Edit Door” button to the editor when you click a door glass lite.
  • – Added “Free Stick” to the right click menu on a stick.
  • – Added an EDIT DOOR button to the right side of the screen when a door opening is selected.
  • – Added the cross rail location to the description of the part in the Bid Recap.
  • – Added the option to create a new Catalog Part in the graphic editor.
  • – Updated pricing for February 2018.
  • – Added the option to create custom data exports for all reports in the program.
  • – Added the option to change the joint fabrication and add a miter to any stick in the graphic editor.
  • – Changes in version 5.0.0.102 – For Fabrication
  • – Added an option to manually add multiple parts and fabrications on the Metal Fabrications screen.
  • – Added the option to designate specific fabs that mate with specific fabs or are a specific framing function.
  • – Added the option to mirror fabrication operations to a two piece vertical that needs fabs on both sides.
  • – Added the option to archive and restore Metal Fabrication projects.
  • – Added the option to batch multiple Metal Fabrication lists into a single list for output.
  • – Added the option to edit the barcode information that goes out to the RhinoFAB for the labels.
  • – Added the option to change the joint fabrication and add a miter to any stick in the Graphic Editor screen by right clicking on a stick and selectin Change Fabrication.
  • – Added a vertical slot option to the routing functions in the Metal Fabrications screen.
  • – Added the ability to add fabrication formulas to stops in the metal groups.

Version:
5.0.0.100

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Changes in version 5.0.0.100

  • – In the Alt Bid you can change the suffix “-ALT” that is added to the frame name or remove it.
  • – Added an option to manually add multiple parts and fabrications on the Metal Fabrications screen.
  • – Added the option to use fractions on the Misc. Metal screen for the length field.
  • – Design style of “ALL HORIZONTALS PENETRATE ALL VERTICALS” now picks up fabrications.
  • – Corrected missing fabs when reversing the joint of a vertical to a horizontal.
  • – Added “Free Stick” to the right click menu on a stick.
  • – Added an EDIT DOOR button to the right side of the screen when a door opening is selected.
  • – Added the option to designate specific fabs that mate with specific fabs or are a specific framing function.
  • – Added the option to mirror fabrication operations to a two piece vertical that needs fabs on both sides.
  • – Added the cross rail location to the description of the part in the Bid Recap.
  • – Added the option to create a new part when using the F2 key on a catalog part that doesn’t exist.

Version:
5.0.0.99

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Changes in version 5.0.0.99

  • – Added a Drop List database to store and recall drop lists during an optimization.
  • – Added undercut rules for perimeter fillers in the metal groups.
  • – Fixed removing parts added to the component list.
  • – Corrected part number issues in IR 500,501,501T.
  • – Corrected the vinyl count on certain frame conditions.
  • – Corrected markup on shop and field labor if the markup is a different value for each.
  • – Corrected labor times for Face and Pressure Plates if the time was different.
  • – Corrected the Fab detail view of members like Face caps and Pressure Plates to line up correctly on the screen.
  • – In the Metal Fabrication screen under the fab operations you can use formulas when on the Add Multiple Fabs screen.
  • – Added the option to Flip all X and or Y dimensions on the fab operations screen.
  • – Added the option of the fab operations screen to recall and add a primary or secondary fab to that specific part.
  • – Added the message prompts to the bottoms of screens that require user input or interaction.
  • – Corrected the fab screen to order the numbers correctly when the stick id column is sorted.
  • – When sizing the columns on screens thru ought the program it will not retain those settings when leaving the program and coming back to them.
  • – Added the option to preview your frames from the Metal Fabrication screen.
  • – Under the metal groups for the End, Center, Weep and Weep Center formulas you can add multiple formulas by separating them with a comma(,).
  • – Added the option to add “IF L” as part of the formulas for End and Weep End formulas.
  • – Added the option to use “DLO” in the Center formulas for Sill Channels.
  • – Added the option under primary fabs of the catalog parts to apply a fab to the bottom, left, top, or right only of a stick.
  • – Added the option to optimize a list from the Metal Fabrication screen.
  • – Added a new option in the general parameters to choose the “Standard” optimization or choose “Optional”.
  • – Standard – current optimization that works for both high stock yields and good usable drops in certain situations.
  • – Optional – optimizes for high stock yields only with no consideration to the drops.
  • – Added access to the workbook and images update under the help menu of the program.
  • – Corrected glass assembly cut rules for parts added.
  • – If using the USE DEFUALT LABOR in the parameters the default door labor is now being added to the doors.
  • – Added a Load Next and Load Previous frame buttons in the top right corner of the graphics editor to quickly changed between frames.

Version:
5.0.0.97

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Changes in version 5.0.0.97

  • – Kawneer Price Changes added.
  • – Added Optimization option to the Misc. Fabrication screen
  • – Added more information to the Fabrication Summary report

Version:
5.0.0.96

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Changes in version 5.0.0.96

  • – Fixed an issue with metal optimization.
  • – Changes in version 5.0.0.95
  • – Fixed Labor options in Metal Systems.
  • – Changes in version 5.0.0.94
  • – Improved program routines to perform 50 to 75 times faster than before.
  • – Now you can combine projects for reporting
  • – Added new CAD Parameters
  • – New Layout options
  • – New option for setting colors for different features in the export
  • – New FAB LIBRARY RULES for fabrication – used with RhinoFAB
  • – Import and Export multiple projects at once
  • – A separate proposal report is generated per customer selected
  • – Increased speed of navigation of fabrication screen
  • – Corrected issues with metric on fabrication screen
  • – Corrected issues with circle out of square frames
  • – Corrected total number of cuts to include all cut pieces in assemblies
  • – Corrected head/sill channel lengths if more than one splice is applied

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5.0.0.92

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Changes in version 5.0.0.92

  • – Warning message comes up if Alt Bid project name is over 50 characters to prevent future errors.
  • – Corrected some stick numbering issues in the metal fabrication area.
  • – Corrected some hardware finish being mislabeled on doors.
  • – When selecting to Print versus View a report the printer dialog window will open allowing you to select the printer of your choice.
  • – Corrected an error when renaming doors in the door group database.
  • – Corrected an out of memory error running meal fabrication on extremely large elevations.
  • – Added checks to alert user if any there is any missing information before optimizing misc. metal and glass.
  • – If a CMP or pricing change is made on the stock length bid summary the same change will be made to the cut metal bid summary.
  • – Corrected some fabrication locations parts in metal systems with vertical undercut rules.
  • – Corrected the add to angle cut not applying to covers and pressure plates on metal fabrication.
  • – Corrected issues creating assemblies and cut rules not holding or changing.
  • – Added the ability to drop the sill member back down to the bottom if previously raised.
  • – Updated pricing in database.
  • – Added new A10 Price Section.

Version:
5.0.0.90

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Changes in version 5.0.0.90

  • – Corrected editing number thus in the graphic editor not saving the change.
  • – Corrected an issue in the General Elevation Bid Summary causing duplicate frame lists and weird pricing on the report. Actual bid pricing was not affected and was correct.
  • – Added the option to archive multiple projects and then later restore a project if needed. You can also still permanently delete a project. If your using the network version of the software, you need to contact DeMichele Group to setup this feature on your network.
  • – Fixed it so that 0 can’t be used for number thus
  • – Add a Fab Library to create custom fabrications to be pulled up in the fab operations screen by the user.
  • – Added the check to make sure a valid project name is being used during the alt bid.
  • – Under the Parameters section of the program we add an option to print a report of catalog parts or metal groups.
  • – In the Frame Items screen above the list of frames there is a new button “Change Multiple Settings” that allows you to change all of the frames settings at one time without pulling a frame up one at time.
  • – Corrected the Rack Schedules for glass labor to recognize any new line items that are added.
  • – Added the caulking and backer rod options to the graphics design screen so that those options can be changed per frame if needed.
  • – Corrected the vents to draw correctly if a fame is reflected.
  • – Corrected setting splices on an elevation to allow for one plice to have a gap and then another splice on the same frame to have no gap.
  • – Corrected the ability to use edit door when a frame only is inserted.
  • – Corrected added parts to show up on a copied project.
  • – Increased the limit of pieces that could be cut out of a stock sheet for the glass optimization.
  • – Corrected fabrication on head and sill channels if the part used was an assembly.
  • – Each update also includes any pricing or design changes to parts and groups for all vendors that have been brought to our attention.
  • – When sorting or filtering the project list the program will now remember those settings every time you come back to the project list.
  • – Multiple changes to the Metal Fabrication screen:
  • – Added the option to change the machine direction before importing a project.
  • – Added a color guide to explain what information is missing or needs to be addressed.
  • – Added the Bevel/Miter angle settings for output to one of our Rhino Fab Saws.
  • – Added a Split Stick button to allow an item to be split into 2 different cut pieces.
  • – The function keys F2, F3, F5 and F6 are now available on this screen.
  • – Corrected the program from creating blank list if the New button is click and no Name is entered.
  • – In the fab operations you can recall a fab from the Fab Library
  • – The elevation drawing will not be in its shaded color that was preventing from seeing the stick ids on dark colored frames.
  • – The filler ids now match the main stick ids of the part they are attached to.
  • – Corrected the numbers on the screen when using metric.
  • – Corrected an error in the Glass PO if a new line item is added.
  • – Increased the speed of running Bid Recaps, POs, and Proposals for users with a very large amount of projects on the system.
  • – If you renamed the labor zones we corrected the update process from renaming them back to the original names.

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Version:
5.0.0.88

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Changes in version 5.0.0.88

  • – Corrected a pinning and unpinning issue of the main menu on left side of the program.
  • – Corrected the fab orientation when a male vertical and female vertical part are switched.
  • – Corrected fabrication errors when choosing the design stile of “all horizontals penetrate all verticals”
  • – Corrected markup tax from showing up on the labor bid summary.
  • – Correnced missing hardware on A4 doors if standard locking hardware items are added.
  • – Corrected some hardware parts and quantities on ir500, 501, 501UT and 1620 metal systems.
  • – Corrected the use of a Pair of doors with inframe not selecting the proper door frame material
  • – Moved vinyl pieces on the BOM to the vinyl section.
  • – Corrected the metric values of part lengths on the BOM, Part lists, and Project material summary reports.
  • – Updated pricing for October 2015 price changes.
  • – Corrected frame dimensions when using a Jamb Channel.
  • – Corrected the Freq. Use Rule “Per Door Jamb Companion” to calculate correctly.
  • – Corrected errors when using the option “Import DXF Frames”
  • – Corrected an issue on the pop-screens, when hovering over a stick, to show the correct length as compared to the details on the right of the design editor when a stick is clicked on.
  • – Improved the overall time during an update when merging parts and groups.

Version:
5.0.0.86

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Changes in version 5.0.0.86

  • – Redesign of the Fab Operations screen
  • – Added detail images for more explanation of entering information.
  • – Added detailed information about the part you have selected.
  • – Added error checking for missing information required to correctly process the fabs.
  • – Added an option to rout a pattern based on a DXF file. (Contact DeMichele Group for further details on this feature)
  • – Corrected a dimension issue when using Metric.
  • – Corrected an issue with importing frames from one project to another.
  • – Added the option to skip combining sticks from all frames in a project during fabrication for the purpose of having the frameset and frame labeled on each stick.
  • – Added the ability to optimize multiply stock sizes if they are setup on the part in catalog parts.
  • – Corrected an error on certain types of logo files for the reports.
  • – Added an option to quickly add manual fabs on the fab operation screen form the END or by OC of the part selected.
  • – Corrected the AutoCad 2016 error when generating a cad shop drawing.
  • – Under the Metal Fabrication option we are no labeling Face Members, Pressure Plates, etc. with “FC”, “PP”, etc. and starting the numbering at 1 to match it mating member. This allows for large numbering of parts for large projects.
  • – Added the option on “Cut Stick” with choosing “X,Y Location” to input the X and or Y location in an input box.
  • – Corrected frame dimensions when using a Jamb Channel.
  • – Corrected the Freq. Use Rule “Per Door Jamb Companion” to calculate correctly.
  • – Corrected errors when using the option “Import DXF Frames”.
  • – Corrected an issue on the pop-screens, when hovering over a stick, to show the correct length as compared to the details on the right of the design editor when a stick is clicked on.

Version:
5.0.0.82

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5.0.0.80

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5.0.0.77

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5.0.0.75

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