Solid Edge ST5 Maintenance Pack 4 Now Available for Download

Solid Edge ST5 - Maintenance Pack 4 Announcement:  

The latest Maintenance Pack (MP4) for Solid Edge ST5 is now available for download.
You can download the Maintenance Pack here: http://ftp.ugs.com/solid_edge/ST4/SolidEdge/

A valid WebKey account is needed to access Maintenance Pack downloads.  To create a WebKey you need your Customer Sold-To ID and your WebKey Access Code, both found under Solid Edge Help, About.  You can create your WebKey account here:https://plmapps.industrysoftware.automation.siemens.com/webkey/

Installing Maintenance Packs is quick and easy. Some known security issues arise with installing any software on Windows 7 OS regarding User Access Control (UAC); these same issues exist when installing MPs.  Windows UAC should be turned off and after unbundling the download run the .exe as administrator by right mouse clicking on the file and selecting Run as Administrator from the quick menu. Most UAC security issues can be avoided by installing Solid Edge to a location on the client machine anywhere other than the default “Program Files” folder.  As long as the user has full write permission to a folder location such as C:\SolidEdge\ these issues should not arise.

Ally PLM encourages all of our customers to stay current with released Maintenance Packs.  Maintenance Packs deliver the most current updates and resolution of PRs to your software platform.  You can find detailed information regarding the PRs that a Maintenance Pack addresses in the “readme” .txt file found with the MP download.

The Ally PLM Technical Support Team is available to answer any questions and provide support for all of your needs; including Maintenance packs.  You can contact the Ally PLM Technical Support Team via email at technical.support@allyplm.com or via phone at (513) 984-0480 Option: 4

Matt Johnson

Application Engineer

Ally PLM Solutions

Solid Edge ST4 Maintenance Pack 11 Now Available for Download

Solid Edge ST4 - Maintenance Pack 11 Announcement:  

The latest Maintenance Pack (MP11) for Solid Edge ST4 is now available for download.
You can download the Maintenance Pack here: http://ftp.ugs.com/solid_edge/ST4/SolidEdge/

A valid WebKey account is needed to access Maintenance Pack downloads.  To create a WebKey you need your Customer Sold-To ID and your WebKey Access Code, both found under Solid Edge Help, About.  You can create your WebKey account here:https://plmapps.industrysoftware.automation.siemens.com/webkey/

Installing Maintenance Packs is quick and easy. Some known security issues arise with installing any software on Windows 7 OS regarding User Access Control (UAC); these same issues exist when installing MPs.  Windows UAC should be turned off and after unbundling the download run the .exe as administrator by right mouse clicking on the file and selecting Run as Administrator from the quick menu. Most UAC security issues can be avoided by installing Solid Edge to a location on the client machine anywhere other than the default “Program Files” folder.  As long as the user has full write permission to a folder location such as C:\SolidEdge\ these issues should not arise.

Ally PLM encourages all of our customers to stay current with released Maintenance Packs.  Maintenance Packs deliver the most current updates and resolution of PRs to your software platform.  You can find detailed information regarding the PRs that a Maintenance Pack addresses in the “readme” .txt file found with the MP download.

The Ally PLM Technical Support Team is available to answer any questions and provide support for all of your needs; including Maintenance packs.  You can contact the Ally PLM Technical Support Team via email at technical.support@allyplm.com or via phone at (513) 984-0480 Option: 4

Matt Johnson

Application Engineer

Ally PLM Solutions

Valuable and Affordable Solid Edge Training at #SEU13

Since 1997 when the first Solid Edge User collaborative event was held, the Solid Edge User Community has been rapidly growing and seeking ways to improve Solid Edge with enhancements to increase productivity for users.  This year’s Solid Edge gathering – Solid Edge University - will be held in Cincinnati, OH from June 24-27, 2013.  Packed with no-cost training, hands-on experience, and networking opportunities, Solid Edge University 2013 is the biggest Solid Edge event to date. Hundreds of attendees over the years have agreed that this annual event full of technical training and users from all over the world is beneficial to growing and developing your business. Solid Edge University 2013 will feature a very diverse and valuable set of courses and presentations for users running any version of Solid Edge. You can view the courses scheduled for Solid Edge University 2013 here.

“As expected the atmosphere here is just one big happy family and the event is 1st class… Tremendous Event...Next year is already being discussed as being bigger and better. Start planning because you don‘t want to miss this. “

-Bob Mileti – President of Trlby Innovative, LLC

The quality technical training your engineering or design team gets from attending Solid Edge University make this a very reasonable and affordable investment to add to your annual development plan. With current early bird registration specials through March 29, you can save 100$ per registration and send three people for the price of two. Register for Solid Edge University today!

If you would like to see the quality presentations offered by Solid Edge University, you can view highlighted presentations from Solid Edge University 2012 below:

#SEU12 – General Session Kickoff Presentation

Presenter: Karsten Newbury

#SEU – Leading Through Innovation: Siemens PLM Software Business Review

Presenter: Tony Affuso

#SEU12 – Assembly Design in Solid Edge a Hands-on Experience

Presenter: Mark Thompson

#SEU12 – Drafting in Solid Edge: A Hands-on Experience

Presenter: Steve Webb

#SEU12 – Nail Boards in Solid Edge: A Hands-on Experience

Presenter: Steve Webb

#SEU12 – Better Data Management = Better Business Performance

Presenter: Jim Brown

#SEU12 – Driven by Design: Empowering a World of Automakers

Presenter: Jay Rogers

#SEU12 – Sheet Metal Molding in Solid Edge: A Hands-on Experience

Presenter: Doug Stainbrook

#SEU12 – Solid Edge Simulation: A Hands-on Experience

Presenter: Mark Thompson

#SEU12 – Introduction to Solid Edge ST5 and Insight XT

Presenter: Dan Staples

Gina Yeagley and Bridget Hatfield

Ally PLM Solutions

How to fix Java Error for NX 8.5 Product Template Studio

For those of you that have a license of NX Product Template Studio, you may come across a Java error when you upgrade to NX 8.5.  With NX 8.5, Java (Java Runtime Environment) is no longer delivered with the NX installation package.  This could also affect a few other functions that are listed at the bottom of this article. 

To Launch Product Template Studio (PTS) and see if you get the Java error (Remember you must have the license to access PTS):

1. Click your Windows Start Button.

2. Click on All Programs.

3. Click on Siemens NX 8.5.

4. Click on NX Tools.

5. Click on Product Template Studio.

If you receive the error below, you need to load Java.  This is looking for an Environment Variable location for Java called “UGII_JAVA_HOME”.

To Fix the PTS Launch Error:

1. Download and install Java. (Java is a free tool. If you are required to, contact your administrator before you download Java.)

     a. Go to www.java.com

     b. Click on Downloads

     c. Click See All Java Downloads. We want to make sure we get the correct version (64 bit vs. 32 bit).

     d. Click on the proper version, download, and install. 

2. Create a System Environment Variable pointing to the new Java installation. 

     a. Right click on Computer - Click on Properties for Windows 7.

     b. Click on Change Settings.

     c. On the Advanced Tab tool, click on Environment Variables. 

     d. Under System Variables, click New.

     e. Type in the Variable name "UGII_JAVA_HOME" and for the value place the path to your Java Installation as shown below. 

     f. Click OK. Click OK to dismiss the Environment Variable dialog. 

3. Try and Launch Product Template Studio again. Your Java error should be gone now. 

Here is a list of other areas where this Java fix/installation may be required for NX 8.5:

- NX Relations Browser

- Product Template Studio

- Command line version of CATIA V4 translator

- Command line version of CATIA V5 translator

- Command line version of DXF/DWG

- Command line version of IGES translator

- Command line version of NX Pro E translator

- Command line version of Step AP203 translator

- Command line version of Step AP214 translator 

- Knowledge Fusion ICE

- Quality Dashboard

- Validation Rule Editor

- Batch Mesher

- Custom written NX/Open Java programs

If you would like more information on Product Template Studio contact Ally PLM Solutions at www.allyplm.com/contact. To learn more about NX knowledge re-use and Product Template Studio view this brochure.

Brandon Carter

Senior Application Engineer

Ally PLM Solutions

#SEU13: What to Do around Cincinnati

#SEU13: What’s Going On in Newport

If you're in town for Solid Edge University 2013 from June 24-27 in Cincinnati, Ohio here are personal staff reccomendations from Ally PLM of things you can't miss while visiting the area. This is the first post of our #SEU13 What to do around Cincinnati series.

Entertainment

AMC on the Levee

Go catch a flick at One Levy Way Ste 4100 Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View show times and learn more here.

Newport Aquarium

The aquarium has 70 exhibits and 14 galleries, including five seamless acrylic tunnels totaling over 200 feet in length. The aquarium is located at 1 Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View the official website of the Newport Aquarium.

Star Lanes on the Levee

A unique bowling experience open late with an upscale lounge featuring bowling, billards, 30 HDTVs, and a sophisticated AV system. Enjoy happy hour from 4-7PM Monday-Friday, 2$ bowling on Tuesdays and bottomless bowling on Wednesday nights for $9.99. 1 Levee Way, Newport KY 41071 (Get Directions). View the website for Star Lanes on the Levee.

Fine Dining

Chart House

Spectacular waterfront dining and views of downtown Cincinnati. Enjoy fine cuisine, premium seafood and steaks. The Chart House is located at 504 Riverboat Row Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). Make a reservation online here.

Brio

Enjoy a lively Italian atmosphere and a very dependable choice for good Italian food. Address: 1 Levee Way #1140 Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View the menu and website here.

Casual Dining

Dewey’s Pizza

 Try this Cincinnati-born chain for unique pizza selections and other signature items at 1 Levee Way Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View menu and history of Dewey’s Pizza here.

Joe’s Crab Shack

Enjoy one of America’s most popular seafood chains located right on the Ohio River at 25 Fairfield Ave Bellevue, KY 41073 (Get Directions). View menu here.

Buckhead Mountain Grill

This locally-owned family restaurant offers a diverse menu and great views of the river at 35 Fairfield Avenue Bellevue, KY 41073 (Get Directions). View menu here.

Don Pablos

Visit one of the most popular Mexican restaurants in the Midwest at 401 Riverboat Row Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View menu here.

Beer Enthusiasts

Hofbräuhaus

Visit America’s first location, modeled after the 400+ year old Hofbräuhaus in Munich, Germany for authentic German food and beer. 200 East 3^rd St. Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View menu and history of Hofbrähaus here.

Beer Sellar

For the widest beer selection in Newport visit Beer Sellar at 301 Riverboat Row Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). With 120 bottle and 60 tap selections, Beer Sellar offers fast and friendly service, great food, and great views of the river. View menu and beer selections here.

Claddagh Irish Pub

Enjoy authentic Irish food in a fun and relaxed atmosphere at 1 Levee Way Ste. 2122 Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions).  View menu and history of Claddagh here.

For the Sweet Tooth

Graeter’s Ice Cream

One of the oldest Graeter’s Ice Cream shops in the area is located in Newport at 342 Monmouth Street Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions) View the Website here.

Sweet Dreams Candy Co.

Find a delicious variety featuring Old-fashioned hard to find candies, salt water taffy, buckeyes, gourmet apples, fudge and cookies. Situated just next to the Aquarium at 1 Aquarium Way Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View the website here.

Late Night

Bar Louie

Bar Louie is a very relaxed lounge atmosphere where you can enjoy sports and a large beer selection. It is located at 1 Levee Way #3118 Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View the website.

Jefferson Hall

Jefferson Hall is great for bar food, happy hour, a nice view, and live music from local cover bands nightly. Located at 1 Levee Way #2118 Newport, KY 41071 (Get Directions). View the website and band schedule here.    

Bridget Hatfield

Ally PLM Solutions