Releases and general informations
General notes
The release notes are divided into version sections.
Each section has a version number and contains the changes or adaptations that have been implemented in the CALC4XL software with this version.
You can determine the CALC4XL version you are currently using in the CALC4XL menu under the "License" item. Starting with CALC4XL version 1_0_14_201, the version number includes a compatibility number. If users use CALC4XL versions with the same compatibility number, they can exchange their calculations with each other. A user with a smaller compatibility number must update his CALC4XL version before opening any calculations.
2.0.26.15
CALC4XL 2.0
New compatibility number for CALC4XL version 2.0.26.15
CALC4XL version 2.0.26.15 comes with the new compatibility number "26". This means that if you receive a CALC4XL file created with this new version but you still have an older CALC4XL version installed, the CALC4XL system will prompt you to install a new CALC4XL version.
Note on the CALC4XL update
Updating CALC4XL without first uninstalling a previous version is only possible if the compatibility number has not changed.
CALC4XL database: country data
All country data (floor space and energy costs) are updated.
CALC4XL material database
All material data are updated and 4 new materials are included in the material database.
- metals
- casting an ingots
- EN-GJS-500-7
- casting an ingots
- nonferrous
- casting an ingots
- AlSi7Mg
- AlSi10Mg
- AlSi9Cu3
- casting an ingots
CALC4XL process database
The process Laser cutting now also has values for 8kW, 10kW, 15kW and 20kW.
New pre-calculated part: Example Cost Breakdown - Sand Casting Gearbox w/o core
In the list of pre-calculated parts, a cost breakdown with the sample calculation for sand-cast is now available: Example Cost Breakdown - Sand Casting Gearbox w/o core
Additionally, you will find the presentation "How to calculate a sand casting part without a core.pdf" and the presenation "Wie kalkuliere ich ein Sandgussteil ohne Kern.pdf".
Notice:
The Cost Breakdown "9 CALC4XL_CO2e_CBD_Casting_GearBox_wo_Core.xlsx"can also be used with CALC4XL without CO2 license. In this case the CO2e data will not be displayed.
CO2 Cost breakdown (CBD): new functions
In the CO2 CBD you can add a new, empty calculation "New Sheet" in addition to "Copy Sheet".
Logistics calculator
The logistics calculator is now integrated in the CO2 CBD template.
Press the right mouse button and choose "C4XL_ Logistics calculator CO2e" to open the logistics calculator.
CALC4XL AI-supported calculations
In the CALC4XL version with CO2 license, the AI-supported calculation is integrated in the CO2 cost breakdown.
The aim is for users to store their own customized, individual calculations (of any technologies and components/products) in the CALC4XL software on which the AI then operates. Of course, they can also instruct CALC4XL to create calculations once.
In addition, CALC4XL provides sample AI-capable calculations in the AI product group folder in the precalculated components. CALC4XL will ensure that all precalculated components provided are AI-capable in the future. The AI product group folder is then no longer required.
The Download Center section “Short presentations Calculating with CALC4XL.AI” contains two präsentation, in German and English.
Click here: Download Center
Hint:
Would you like to try out the CALC4XL.AI but don't yet have a CO2 license? Then use our promo code ‘AI_CO2_PROMOTION_2024’ to unlock the CO2 version until the end of the year.
Advance notice:
In the upcoming CALC4XL versions with and without a CO2 license, AI-supported calculation will be possible in cost breakdown and in the Super-BOM.
At this point, it is also planned that all precalculated components provided by CALC4XL will be AI-capable.
You have questions e.g. about the system requirements - then browse through our FAQs. Here we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions for you.
