25.2
- Dominik Lindenberger
- Clément Girard
Part Identification
Preferred Technologies
To manage displaying technologies in the user prefer order, Part Identification is now feature with 3 options:
Show feasible technologies only (Default)
Filter out from the manufacturability assessment table all Not Feasible technologies (Overall manufacturability assessment at the GOOD level .
Not feasible technologies might still be displayed from the technology selector.
Show all preferred technologies
From the admin panel set your preferred technologies that will always been displayed no matter the level of overall assessment. Display will be depending of the chosen order.
All other technologies might still be displayed from the technology selector.
Show preferred technologies with matching material class
From the admin panel set your preferred technologies that will always been displayed no matter the level of overall assessment. Display will be depending of the chosen order. Technology that not match the material class will be filtered out.
All other technologies might still be displayed from the technology selector.
New Manufacturability Checks
As part of the updates introduced in24.9, new manufacturability checks are now available.
Gap Analysis Check: Assesses the topology of a shape to highlight gaps between surfaces
Sharp Edges Check: Evaluate geometry to determine if it contains edges that can be difficult to manufacture with AM without Post-Processing.
Cross Section Area Check: ensures that the deposited material meets design specifications. If the area is too large, it can cause defects like insufficient fusion or porosity, compromising mechanical properties. If too small, it may lead to weak joints. Additionally, larger cross-sections increase material usage and production time, impacting efficiency and cost
Misc
Provide more space and visibility to the manufacturability assessment table.
Set the manufacturability and economics table to a default collapsible view, allowing quick access to key information for decision-making.
Distributed Manufacturing
Support for ZUGFeRD / Factur-X Invoice Format
We have implemented the ability to generate invoices in the ZUGFeRD / Factur-X format, in line with German regulations and the EU directive EU/2014/55 on electronic invoicing. ZUGFeRD, developed by the Forum elektronische Rechnung Deutschland (FeRD), embeds machine-readable UN/CEFACT-XML into human-readable PDF files, facilitating the issuance of compliant, interoperable invoices that are easy to process both visually and programmatically. This format, also identical to France’s Factur-X, is now accessible via a new setting under Fulfillment Partners - Advanced Settings, ensuring that service bureaus in Germany and France can meet statutory requirements effortlessly.
This update is particularly significant as it allows the creation of invoices that are not only compliant with the latest ZUGFeRD version 2.3.2 but also tailored to the needs of small to large enterprises, significantly reducing invoicing costs and improving accounting efficiencies. By enabling the "Generate invoices in ZUGFeRD / Factur-X format" setting, users can ensure their invoices are accepted by public and private sector entities requiring this standard, with the feature being disabled by default to maintain simplicity for users not requiring this format.
See also Generating Order Documents (Order Notes) as PDF | Creating a ZUGFeRD / Factur X Invoice
Enhanced Visual Cues for Part Priority in Parts List
We've improved the way the part priority is displayed by adding intuitive icons next to each priority level. Now, at a glance, operators can easily discern the urgency of tasks with icons corresponding to "Very High," "High," "Medium," "Low," and "Very Low" priorities. This visual enhancement aids in quicker decision-making and streamlines workflow management within the Parts list.
Other Improvements
Enhanced User Blocking Capabilities
To strengthen platform security and administrative control, we have enhanced Org admins' ability to swiftly block undesired users. Once blocked, these users are permanently barred from accessing the platform and are prevented from re-registering with the same email address. Previously, the ability to block users ("Decline user") was only available when the "Force verify users" setting was enabled.
This update ensures that only authorized users can engage with and utilize platform resources, thereby safeguarding business interests and maintaining a secure and regulated user environment.
Unified Material Naming Across the Platform
To ensure clarity and consistency across our platform, we have standardized the display of material names. Material names are now directly sourced from the standard material database, ensuring uniformity across dropdown menus and tables. Users will see a consistent naming convention that includes the Material Tradename (Supplier), independent of how Services have named the material internally in their offer.
This update simplifies the process of creating and editing catalog parts and configuring parts in Part Identification. While this ensures a standardized display, the chosen material name by Services is still preserved for customer-facing views, such as how materials appear in the basket. This enhancement improves user experience, reduces errors, and provides clearer material information, particularly for operations across Part Identification and Distributed Manufacturing.
Zero Cost Catalog Parts Now Supported
Services can now offer catalog parts at no cost, ideal for internal operations where parts are provided to employees without any charges.
Bug fixes
Fixed an issue where under certain conditions workflows could not be assigned despite the workstation and material being correctly associated.