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XVL Converter Scheduler and Manager schedules and manages XVL Server Converters and facilitates automated processing of newly converted files including downstream publishing, vaulting, and secure distribution across the enterprise.
When linked to your XVL Server Converter(s) and XVL Applications, XVL Converter Scheduler and Manager transforms your Lattice software into a full 3D Publishing platform for maximum workfl ow automation and integration.
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XVL Server Converters translate all major CAD and 3D data formats into XVL, typically compressing 3D models 1/20 to 1/250 - and we have achieved up to 1/1000 (95% - 99.9% compression). Accuracy and visual integrity of the original data are maintained.
XVL Converter Scheduler and Manager enables:
- Initiation of XVL conversions from a command-line interface.
- Scheduling of event-driven conversions from a window or command-line interface.
- Simultaneous performance of batch processing to convert multiple CAD files.
- Automatic performance of post-processing commands after each conversion.
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Case Study
L-3 Communication Systems West has been using the Converter Scheduler and Manager to convert its library of over 400,000 engineering drawings to XVL. With Lattice's enterprise level converter tools, they are able to convert over 30,000 drawings per month to XVL, and use the Converter Scheduler and Manager's post-processing capabilities to deploy assembly animations to the manufacturing floor. Within a month of installation, the Converter Scheduler and Manager are becoming an integral part of the operational workflow.
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Key
Benefits
- An Enterprise solution turns your Lattice software into a full Enterprise 3D Publishing platform and makes ‘3D Everywhere’ a reality ... with the result that up-to-date, ultra compressed, 3D data are automatically available, on demand, across your enterprise to Manufacturing, Procurement, QA, Marketing, Sales, Maintenance, and Customer Service.
- Improved automation of your business processes by enabling automated 3D CAD asset re-use if and when 3D data are modified or updated.
- Automated workflow through 3D Publishing applications ... when CAD files change, data
created using Lattice Publishing solutions can automatically reflect the changes, enabling parts catalogues, web pages, manufacturing instructions, training manuals, etc. to be easily maintained.
- Integration with PDM/PLM/ERP/ Document Management systems to further enhance innovation, collaboration, and communication.
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Event and Time Based Scheduling
Comprehensive scheduling with full automation options ... command line programmable script to set time-based automatic conversions. Configuration of CAD data conversion over the network including adding a new conversion schedule from a client computer. |
A CAD file update event can trigger re- generation of an updated XVL file or a time scheduled update to support enterprise system resource availability. Conversion schedules can be shared among colleagues. |
Advanced Conversion Parameters
The user can specify conversion parameters such as accuracy tolerance and single/multiple file generation and XVL type. Users can choose the size and accuracy of the XVL model for their own needs. |
Protect your data ... by deliberately reducing the accuracy of the model, it can be used for process animations but not for manufacturing. This simplification enables publication of the basic 3D data without revealing sensitive or proprietary information. |
Production Environment Ready
The Lattice publishing platform is proven in large scale production environments. |
Reliability, dependability, security. |
Detailed Conversion Logging
Each time XVL converters translate CAD data, critical conversion information is saved in log files. |
Provides an audit trail for thorough tracking of data sources. |
PLM/PDM/ERP and other System Integration
Command line interface enables external systems to convert and schedule automatic CAD data processing and post-processes to check-in converted data for external systems. User selectable languages include: C++, VB script, javascript, and J/W scripts. |
Conveniently integrates into legacy and modern Product Data Management and Product Lifecycle Management systems. |
Post Conversion Processes
Flexible processing of newly created XVL files including automatic publishing to the web and safely distributing data across the enterprise. |
Enables more productive conversion processes and automation of necessary downstream data storage or 3D Publishing activity. |
Maximum Reusability
XVL files are maintained up to date with source CAD files at all times. Previous XVL animations are automatically preserved and re-used to minimize re-work. |
Design change friendly with minimum rework. |
Manage Multiple XVL Server Converters
One XVL Converter Scheduler and Manager license can be used to manage any number of XVL Server Converters on one server.
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Just one XVL Converter Scheduler and Manager license needed per server no matter how many different source CAD file formats you use. |
Advanced Error Recovery
Sophisticated error recovery supports maximum automation.
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Maximum automation and data flow across the enterprise. |
Administrator Control
Full Administrator password control available.
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Access control to business processes. |
| XVL®
(eXtensible Virtual world description Language), an XML-based,
neutral format used for compression, conversion, and integration
of 3D data. |
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