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As the operating system for custom manufacturing, the Fictiv platform is constantly evolving. Whether it’s workflow automation, our digital quality system, or guided expertise features, every release makes it faster, easier, and more efficient to source and supply mechanical parts.
So bookmark and share this page, and check back often to learn about Fictiv’s latest improvements!
July 2022
CAD File Processing:When you uploadCAD filesfor your parts, our platform provides better modeled thread analysis, setup calculations, and undercut detection.
CNC Machining Quotes:You can now select and receive an instant quote for22 new CNC materials, including a variety of exotic metals, steels, plastics, and types of bronze and titanium. Imagine the possibilities!
DFM Feedback:YourDFM experience for injection molded partshas been completely upgraded to accelerate the feedback process and finalize your designs for tooling in less time. View and track the status of DFM issues, comment and make annotations in the DFM report, and download DFM reports to share with your team.
Quote Sharing:It’s never been faster and easier toshare a Fictiv quotewith your purchasing team. Just look for the new“Forward to Purchaser”button on yourQuote Detailpage. Purchasers will receive an email with an optional note and PDF attachment, with instructions to view or edit the quote and to begin the checkout process on Fictiv.
June 2022
CAD File Processing:Our analysis speed and support ofCAD file types有所改善,特别是步骤242个文件(莫del-based definition currently not fully supported). Plus, we’ve increased the processing speed of injection molded parts, so you can start configuring your order sooner.Meep meep!
Generated Drawings:Notes on tolerances and finishing specifications are now included when you useFictiv’s 2D drawing featurefor injection molded parts.
International Shipping:To help prevent order delays and fines due to inaccurate information, thecustoms information formwill be automatically locked 24 hours after an overseas order has been placed. Need to make changes after that window? Just contact our support team for assistance.
Quote Sharing:You can now include a PDF copy when youshare a Fictiv quote.
May 2022
DFM Feedback:If you receiveDFM feedbackthat indicates a revision to your part is required, you can now click a link in the notification to jump directly into a chat with our support team.
Generated Drawings:To improve clarity and accuracy, drawings generated byFictiv’s 2D drawing featureare now process-specific (CNC, IM, urethane casting, etc.), including tolerance specifications, surface finish details, and process-specific notes.
Quote Sharing:You can now include a helpful note to your collaborators when youshare a Fictiv quote— because teamwork makes the dream work, y’all!
Track Shipment:When your parts have shipped, you’ll have access to a newTrack Shipmenttab in the part details window, including shipping status, the tracking number, and the link.
Uploaded Drawings:When youupload and attach a PDF drawing, Fictiv’s drawing analysis feature has been improved to make sure all your requirements, such as tolerances, are accounted for.
April 2022
CAD File Processing:Processing of nativeCAD file typesin Fictiv has been improved to support new file types for recently updated software packages, such as Solidworks 2022 and others.
CNC Machining Quotes:You can now receive aninstant quotefor titanium CNC machined parts, so you can spend less time getting quotes, and more time engineering!
Create an Account:If you try tocreate an accountwith an email address that’s already in use, you’ll get an alert: “This email address is already in use. Please try to log in or use another email address to sign-up.”
DFM Feedback:You’ll now get a banner message on the Fictiv quote detail page onhow to view and respond to DFM feedback. This is especially useful when a part in your order requires revision to be produced.
Generated Drawings:When you useFictiv’s 2D drawing feature, you can now select and edit generated text for quality and accuracy.
Log In:We all have difficulty remembering our logins in from time to time, but it’s okay, we’re here to help! For your security, Fictiv limits the number of unsuccessful login attempts before the account is locked for a period of time. We now notify you of your remaining login attempts and help options in the case of a lockout.
Undercuts:For parts with undercuts, we’ve improved the accuracy of our lead time quoting to ensure your delivery dates are more reliable than ever before.
Uploaded Drawings:When youupload and attach a PDF drawing, Fictiv’s drawing analysis technology features improved detection of hardware installation requirements, so you’ll get your quote even faster. Oh, and if your drawing includes both imperial and metric measurement units — for whatever reason — well, Fictiv’s drawing analysis feature can handle it.
March 2022
CAD File Processing:You can now quickly configure yourinjection molded partsorders, thanks to ~23% faster analysis of yourCAD files.Ka-ching!
CNC Machining Quotes:ForMIC6 aluminum CNC machined parts, we now provide both domestic and overseas production options — and US production often means faster lead times.
General Interface / UI:When using modal windows (ie: thepop-up headlightsof interface elements), headers and navigation elements are now standardized throughout the Fictiv interface. Also, when you view a PDF in Fictiv, the zoom increments have been adjusted for more natural control.
International Shipping:In theCustoms Informationtab of theOrder Detailspage, the layout of your injection molding order line items has been simplified for better visual clarity. Parts, samples, and the mold now appear on a single row per part. Also, instructions for first-time importers now note that FedEx will contact you for Form 5106.
Order Details:You’ll now see thumbnail images of your parts on theOrderspage立即房颤ter placing your order, as well as on theOrder Detailspage, in theShipmentstab (now the default tab when your order is fully shipped,) so you can quickly locate those must-have parts.
And if you’re like our beta users, you’ll love the newPart Statustab, with must-have features such asTrack Shipmentvia the carrier’s tracking page. You can also more easilyView Quality Docs(previously labeled “View inspection.”)
Quote Downloading:For simplicity and clarity, when youdownload a PDF quote, the (previously) twoNotessections are now combined — it’s like the Voltron lions combining, only instead of galaxy-altering power, you get a consolidated look at your quote notes (which is almost as good… right?). Also, if your injection molding order includes a mold, the “overseas shoring” tag will be added.
Quote Sharing:For clarity, when youshare a Fictiv quote, the “member” or “recipient” you’re sharing with is now referred to as a “collaborator.”
Uploaded Drawings:When youupload and attach a PDF drawingthat has been rotated, Fictiv’s drawing analysis highlights have been improved to prevent errors. Also, when tight tolerances are detected, the nominal dimension is now highlighted with the upper and lower bound tolerances when only one of the tolerance bounds is considered “tight.”
