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New contents and functions in MTpro version 3.3
Table of Contents
Table of Contents .............................................................................................1
1 General......................................................................................................2
2 New contents and functions of the base software .....................................2
2.1 Integration of VarioFlow chain conveyor calculation software in MTpro . ...........................................................................................................2
2.2 User defined components (user products) .........................................3
2.3 Download of dimensioned drawings for strut profiles.........................5
3 Layout Designer news ...............................................................................7
3.1 New components and functions in TS2plus .......................................7
3.1.1 Exact mounting position ..............................................................7
3.1.2 TFE Transfer-Function-Entity......................................................7
3.1.3 Positioning unit PE 2 and Lift-positioning unit HP 2/L .................8
3.1.4 Lubrication unit LU 2 ...................................................................9
3.1.5 Formation of assemblies in TS2plus .........................................10
3.2 New functions and components in Basic Mechanical Elements(MGE) .........................................................................................................11
3.2.1 Automatic extension of profiles .................................................11
3.2.2 Profile machining option – bore.................................................12
3.2.3 Groove-on-groove profile connection using T-nut and screw ...13
3.3 New components in MPS and EcoShape ........................................13
3.3.1 Height-adjustable workstation ...................................................13
3.3.2 Round tube bumber ..................................................................14
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3.3.3 Round tube connection elements – joint ...................................14
3.3.4 Variofix-Block ............................................................................15
3.3.5 Variofix ......................................................................................15
3.3.6 Connector round tube – profile groove......................................16
1 General
In this document the new features of MTpro version 3.3.0.0 as compared to the previous version 3.2.2.0 are described.
The MTpro update to version 3.3.0.0 can be downloaded from the Internet by calling the update function in the MTpro help menu. As a prerequisite MTpro must be installed locally and you will need administrator privileges on your computer. Depending on the settings in the options menu, MTpro will check regularly, whether new updates are available. To update MTpro manually, click on “check for updates…” in the Help menu and follow the instructions of the update wizard.
2 New contents and functions of the base soft-ware
2.1 Integration of VarioFlow chain conveyor calcula-tion software in MTpro
With help of the VarioFlow chain calculation software engine torques required for a conveyor and resulting chain tension loads can be calculated in order to find the appropriate number of drives or conveyor length. With the MTpro in-tegration the calculation can now be called right from within the layout de-signer. Apart from a manual mode to enter the conveyor layout into the calcu-lation, now the programme is able to read in the conveyor layout from the lay-out designer, thus avoiding additional work for manual data acquisition.
There are two different ways to initiate chain calculation:
1. If a VF/VFS layout was selected in LayoutDesigner, the layout data is included in the chain calculation. All parameters that are already de-fined in the layout are automatically entered in the chain calculation
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and can be supplemented by parameters that cannot be derived from the layout. The modified data are saved in the layout and can be used for subsequent calculations.
2. If a layout has not been selected, you can open a previously exported project or create a new project without information from Layout De-signer. All system-specific data must then be entered manually before a calculation can be performed.
Further details on the application and operation of the chain calculation soft-ware can be found in the programme’s help menu.
2.2 User defined components (user products)
MTpro now offers the option to integrate your own products (user products) in MTpro. This allows you to take advantage of the complete functionality of MTpro, including the creation of parts lists and CAD models, as well as plan-ning in LayoutDesigner with in-house components. The user products option is only available with a valid LayoutDesigner license.
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The following types of user products are supported:
Accessories: a component with order list and price information but without a CAD model.
Fixed: a component with a static CAD model (in SAT or STEP format), order list and price information.
Profile: a component with a CAD model in variable length including or-der list information and price calculation.
Box: a rectangular building block of a variable length, width and height, with order list information and price calculation.
The user products are stored in a specific catalog within the MTpro product hierarchy. They can be used in Layout Designer as well as being exported to any CAD system.
A more detailed description how to define and use user products in MTpro can be found on our web site www.boschrexroth.com/mtpro.
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2.3 Download of dimensioned drawings for strut pro-files
In MTpro version 3.3 for each CAD model of a strut profile a dimensioned drawing in pdf format can be generated. This service is especially interesting for users who need shop floor drawings of profiles with individual machining options like bores or milled-out portions.
Your computer must be connected to the Internet to generate dimensioned profile drawings.
Configure the profile’s CAD model within the MTpro CAD configurator. In the CAD preview click on the right mouse button. This will open the context menu for CAD models. Select the command “Show dimensioned profile drawings”. MTpro will then download the associated drawing from the Rexroth web server and display it in the PDF viewer.
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The same function can also be used in the order list. Moreover, in an order list several profile drawings can be downloaded in one go. In the order list select those lines with profiles, for which a dimensioned drawing is required. Then open the context menu with a click on the right mouse button and select the command “Show dimensioned profile drawings”. MTpro will download all se-lected drawings from the Rexroth web server and display these as individual pdf documents.
Please note that dimensional drawings can only be generated for strut profiles and not for any other CAD models.
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3 Layout Designer news
3.1 New components and functions in TS2plus
3.1.1 Exact mounting position
In the Layout Designer it is now possible to move components like ID anten-nas, stoppers, leg sets etc. into a defined position on the section profile. Se-lect the component (e.g. a leg set) and enter the desired distance from the beginning of the section under Properties -> Mounting.
3.1.2 TFE Transfer-Function-Entity
In MTpro 3.3 it is now possible to insert transport control elements for a specific transfer function (outfeed/infeed to transversal/ longitudinal section etc.) in one entity.
A TFE consists of several transport control elements, which are grouped in an assembly.
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TFEs can be used with any lift transverse unit on any section.
To insert a TFE the required TFE has to be dragged onto the lift transverse unit at the crossing. When the TFE snaps in, the section’s pallet size is automatically detected and the transport control elements are placed accordingly.
ATTENTION: You can snap any TFE to any lift transverse unit, even if the chosen transport function is inappropriate in this situation.
3.1.3 Positioning unit PE 2 and Lift-positioning unit HP 2/L
In the TS2plus menu Positioning/orientation the postioning unit PE 2 and the lift-positioning unit HP 2/L were added. These elements can be used with all TS 2plus sections.
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3.1.4 Lubrication unit LU 2
In Layout Designer a TS 2plus drive unit can now be equipped with the new lubrication unit LU 2. Select a component with drive. Then, under Properties -> Accessories set Lubrication unit LU 2 to yes. The lubrication unit will be mounted in between the two drive housings.
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3.1.5 Formation of assemblies in TS2plus
In the TS 2plus system assemblies are now automatically built, consisting of section units, lift transverse units, leg sets and connected accessories like stoppers, identification systems etc. Thus complete section units can be se-lected in one go.
This makes it much easier to separate two connected section units like longi-tudinal and transversal conveyors. To select an assembled selection, first click on the complete conveyor. Then double-click on the desired section unit. The selected section unit can now be moved and disconnected from the main sec-tion (see picture). Also, after selection of the section unit, the common proper-ties of that section can be modified.
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3.2 New functions and components in Basic Me-chanical Elements(MGE)
3.2.1 Automatic extension of profiles
The automatic extension of a profile up to the opposite groove can now also be invoked via keyboard shortcut CTRL+L.
Select the profile to be extended and press CTRL+L. The open end of the pro-file will be extended up to the next available groove.
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3.2.2 Profile machining option – bore
In MTpro it is possible to add individual bore holes to strut profiles. The bores can now also be configured in Layout Designer and will be added to a profile’s order information using the Rexroth Quick and Easy order code.
To add a bore hole to a profile go to the MGE -> Profile finishing menu and drag the drill symbol over the desired profile groove until it will snap. Finally under Properties several parameters like bore diameter and position can be adjusted.
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3.2.3 Groove-on-groove profile connection using T-nut and screw
With the new element Slot connector from the MGE -> xx Range -> Connec-tion elements menu, two profiles can be connected groove on groove. The connector can snap to all profiles with a 10 mm groove. It consists of a T-nut M8 and flat head screw which can be docked to a T-slot on each end. By means of the Attitude property the angle between the two connected profiles can be adjusted. The profile with screw will automatically receive the correct order code for an individual bore hole according to the Rexroth Quick & Easy order system.
3.3 New components in MPS and EcoShape
3.3.1 Height-adjustable workstation
In the MPS -> Workstation menu the height-adjustable workstation is now available. A complete configuration with all available accessories can be se-lected in the Properties menu.
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With the command MPS -> Explode selected assembly from the context menu the workstation can be dissolved into individual components. This helps in ap-plying individual modifications to the standard workstation.
3.3.2 Round tube bumber
For MPS round tubes a bumper is now available in Layout Designer. The foamed plastic tube can be connected to all D28 round tubes. Length and po-sition of the bumper can be adjusted in the Properties menu.
3.3.3 Round tube connection elements – joint
For round tubes a new joint is available in Layout Designer to implement a swivelling connection of two round tubes.
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3.3.4 Variofix-Block
Among the MPS connectors a new Variofix block is available to connect table tops and other surface elements to a round tube. For example in Layout De-signer, using the Variofix block, MPS table tops can be connected to frames built from the round tube system.
The red arrow indicates the plane on which the plate will be placed. This can be adjusted in the Variofix block’s Properties -> Orientation.
3.3.5 Variofix
Also new in the MPS -> tubular framing system -> connectors menu is the Va-riofix connector, which can be clipped on a round tube. The Variofix is used to connect surface elements like panes to the round tube system.
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3.3.6 Connector round tube – profile groove
Another new connector adapts the round tube system to the 10 mm profile groove.
