Recently we had a customer who had a number of ports go offline on their CIMCO DNC Max system. After doing some troubleshooting it was determined that all of the Moxa devices in question had been reset to the factory default IP Address of 192.168.127.254. This indicates that the reset button had been triggered. Once you've configured a Moxa NPort device for a critical DNC, bar … [Read more...]
CIMCO Version 8 License Management
Recently we shared the news that CIMCO is working on the release of version 8. We even shared a sneak peak of CIMCO Editor V8. Today we're going to take a look at the license file enhancements and management using the license file viewer. Convenient License Management via CIMCO License File Viewer In the brand new License File Viewer you will be able to manage all aspects of … [Read more...]
CIMCO Editor 8 Sneak Peek
Last week we shared the news about the impending release of CIMCO Software version 8. To follow that up we wanted to show you some of the enhancements that you will see in CIMCO Editor 8. For this sneak peek we'll focus on two areas: FTP Communications Interface enhancements CIMCO Edit 8 FTP Communications In the current versions in CIMCO Edit only simple serial … [Read more...]
Coming Soon CIMCO Software Version 8
In November of 2015 CIMCO A/S the makers of CIMCO Software products such as CIMCO DNC-Max, MDC-Max, CIMCO Editor and CIMCO MDM announced that version 8 would be release in 2016. While CIMCO has a very busy group of developers with updates made usually multiple times per week, so called "point releases" or new versions are generally every 1-2 years and include significant … [Read more...]
Run Multiple CIMCO DNC Max Clients
Usually one client is enough for accessing DNC Max Client to send programs or manage a CIMCO DNC Max installation, but what if you want a second window? Say for example you are working on altering some settings but still want to be able to transmit programs. There is a way now as of version 7.55.46 of DNC Max to do just this using a simple command line argument /newwin. It is … [Read more...]
Low Interest Tax Exempt Financing Available to California Manufacturers
California Manufacturers, did you know that there are below market interest rate financing options available from the California Enterprise Development Authority? This tax exempt financing for Manufacturers are available to help you facilitate: Land and building acquisition Building construction Facility expansion New production equipment acquisition Solar and … [Read more...]
Windows 10 Forces Re-Activation of CIMCO License
With the recent release of Windows 10, there has also been a side issue that has impacted CIMCO Software licensees. The upgrade to Windows 10 is causing your CIMCO products to require re-activation. If you are considering an upgrade, follow the steps in this article to prepare in advance to avoid any down-time from the license re-activation process. If you have already upgraded … [Read more...]
Upgrading CIMCO MDC and DNC-Max
All software is a work in progress, similar to a tree, with new bark, limbs, and branches being added from time to time. CIMCO A/S releases frequent updates to their products and these updates can provide significant new features, to complete version upgrades along with the standard bug fixes and minor tweaks. In order to keep customers informed, it is necessary to test these … [Read more...]
CIMCO Editor Bookmarks Feature
You probably need to edit NC code from time to time, or maybe you're just a wizard with g-code and like to write programs manually. If you use CIMCO Editor you might use features such as the NC-Assistant to generate or modify complex M or G codes. What do you do though if you are editing a very large file and you find a few areas you want to come back to? Until now you could … [Read more...]
Making Informed Decisions about Wireless DNC
Wireless DNC, MDC and other shop floor devices have some great benefits. When you are considering the question of wired vs wireless, there are some potential issues that you will want to consider. The intention of this article is to help you make an informed decision on whether or not wireless has a role to play in your DNC, MDC or other similar solution. Wireless shop floor … [Read more...]