Greetings,
We have a Stratasys FDM-2000 that we'd like to automatically
serve multiple processed (.sml) files to (in a queue not
concurrently). Is anyone else doing this? If so, then what
software are you using for file serving? If I remember correctly,
Stratasys was using DNC software called "Predator" back in their
plant (to serve multiple machines).
Here's some of what we're ultimately trying to achieve:
1.) The ability to queue more than a single file at a time and
not have to manually send files as their predecessor is
completed.
2.) Get dynamic feedback as to how complete the current file is
(i.e. bytes to go, bytes processed, time until completion,
etc.).
3.) Completion notification via internal e-mail, paging, etc.
4.) Have the file serving software automatically monitor
specified drives/paths and initiate files that reside in
those particular locations (then move them to an archival
location).
5.) Etc.
This isn't a case where we need to serve to multiple machines
(just one). I'm running QuickSlice on a remote WinNT workstation
and saving the files to a drive that's mapped as a network drive
on a Win95 PC which acts as the controller and trickle feeds (via
the RS-232 cable) the machine (which is on another side of the
building). It'd be nice to be able to check file status, queue
buildup, etc. from my remote location.
I'll compile and post responses if I get any worthwhile feedback
from list members. Please provide as much info. as possible (i.e.
name of software, cost, OS compatibility, etc.).
Thanks,
Dustin Neifer
Amway Corp. (Yeah, that Amway)
Water Treatment R & D
Ada, MI
Dustin_Neifer@Amway.com
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