ANNOUNCING ePAC™
TOPS Engineering Corporation introduces its latest software product development for the internet ePAC™ (electronic package design and communications).

TOPS the world leader of package design and distribution software launches a new software program for publishing and sharing package design and specifications across the internet

ePAC™ Publisher is free of charge to all current TOPS customers current with their annual service plan. ePAC™ allows TOPS users to publish results of their package design and specifications to the internet, internal intranet or network within the organization. Users can select from over 96 formats and annotate the published document with graphics and additional instructions. With the fully integrated built-in FTP program, publishing to the web is a snap. All the data is in true XML format allowing for easy integration with other web based systems.

ePAC™ Designer allows users to utilize the TOPS software via the internet. From anywhere in the world, the user can determine case packs, pallet patterns, shipper stacking strength and much more on-line. TOPS is the only supplier in the world to provide such a service.

NEW FEATURES

TOPS Pro 4.11

• Quick & Efficient multi pallet calculations

• MixPro: The new mixed pallet editor can now show tray/ box contents within the MixPro module using C.A.S.Y

• Interlocking patterns for more efficient shipcase design

• Barco-Artios® CAD Integration

• Show Shrink Wrapping/ and or banding on pallets/unitloads Export graphics from MixPro

• Create your mixed pallet patterns and then email directly from within MixPro

• Quick & Easy thumbnail views of all pallet patterns in the unitload list

• Export or email graphics using PNG, JPG, BMP and other file formats

• Select board combinations for printing

• Support for email using most popular clients including MS Outlook® and Lotus Notes®

MaxLoad Pro 2.60

• MaxLoad Pro can now calculate loads for side loaded box cars and split center rail cars

• New reports including a comprehensive load summary by container

• With the addition of the Maximum Axle Weight feature in MaxLoad Pro 2.5, you can set the weight limit for truck axles.

• Color coded order stop offs for   easier loading/unloading using MaxLoad Pro reports

• Assign a number of items to SKUs in MaxLoad Pro and then use item  quantities, or SKU quantities to build orders

• Nest and stagger drums, pipes, and rolls into your shipping container

• Increased stacking rules for more control over load building

• Improved loading of mixed pallets for increased stability and stackability

• Email and print multiple reports at once Import configuration wizard for easier importing of SKUs and orders into MaxLoad Pro.

• Combine multiple orders/manifests together Library function to store and automatically use predefined load configurations

MVP MEANS MAXIMUM VALUE PLAN

We at TOPS are always striving to improve software performance with added enhancements and great new features. By participating in MVP, the annual service and upgrade plan, TOPS customers automatically enjoy state-of-the-art benefits, including:

• Free software upgrades during your one-year coverage period as a MVP customer.

• Free 800# technical support. If you ever need assistance, rest assured    that   the TOPS Technical Team will be there to assist you with all of your technical needs.

• Free on-site training (one full  day) at your location* or at our World   Headquarters in Richardson, Texas.

• Free replacement of any damaged software.

• Free   newsletter with   all   the   latest   product information, tech tips, and TOPS news.

• Free shipping

* The customer is responsible for travel expenses. Training must be completed within the one-year period.

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How to Get TOPS or MaxLoad Updates
For current MVP customers, please send your old diskettes back to TOPS care of your MVP coordinator. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Rob Shelby or Tanja Collins at mvp@topsenq.com or 1-800-821-8677

Calling All E-Mail Addresses!
If you want to receive tips and information on new upgrades on a regular basis, please e-mail us at tips@topsenq.com. 

Did You Know...

TOPS Pro: Want to print out an entire list of the solutions that TOPS Pro has generated for you? Simply calculate your analysis and go to the File menu, select Print and then choose the solution list you would like to print.

MaxLoad Pro: MaxLoad Pro has a new Truck Summary printout. This is great if you have several trucks in your manifest. Go to File | Print Preview and select Truck Summary.

MixPro: MixPro offers a step by step printout of how you created your Mixed Pallet. Go to File | Print Preview and select By Placement.

MaxLoad Pro & TOPS® Pro 4.11 Now Shipping!

Our web site now features a "Tip of the Day"!   

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