SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS Q&A

What are the requirement for installing FocalPoints?

FocalPoints works under Windows. Any modern PC will run FocalPoints efficiently without any problems. The software has been tested running from Windows XP to Windows 11. The Database is centralized, any number of Lathes or Instruments can be added to the Lab in a Client/Server architecture. All FP Modules access the centralized Database allowing an easy retrieval of all the information related to a single Job Order. In case you have lathes still running under DOS, please ask for more information.

Are modules limited by a license?

FP is modular system, apart from the FP Designer and the Launch in Production which have limited licenses, all the other modules can be installed without limitations.

What are the compatible Lathes brands?

We are fully integrated with AMETEK, DAC, REM and SCHNEIDER lathes. It's always best to verify the exact model of each manufacturer to ensure full compatibility. In some cases a Software Update by the Lathe manufacturer may be required.

Is there a limit on the number of connected Lathes?

No, there is no limit on the number of Lathes that can be connected to a FocalPoints system. Multiple Lathe brands can also coexist in the same manufacturing system.

Can I add specific modules to my system?

Yes, FocalPoints operates as an highly adaptable modular system. Seamlessly incorporating specialised modules is both straightforward and effortless. Each software edition can be enhanced and tailored to the customer's need by adding specific modules like the Laser Engraving, the Autoloader Management, the MFG Live Dashboard and many more.

Are there specific modules for Lens Inspection?

Yes, we are now fully integrated the Rotlex Brass 2000, the Rotlex ConTest, the Lambda-X NIMO and the Optimec Systems is830. The Operator can easily perform both the qualitative and quantitative inspection, by seeing on screen the lens details, the target value for the inspected parameters and their tolerance ranges. If any of the checks fail, the Operator can mark the lens as a reject right away without the need to use other software. Each instrument integration is available a separate option.

Can FocalPoints connect with an external ERP?

Yes, if a Lab has its own ordering system and prefers to use FocalPoints only for manufacturing, the XML Order Import module can import in a few seconds the data generated by the Lab’s existing ERP software, thus generating automatically an order in FocalPoints.

Does the software comes with a Maintenance Plan?

Yes, the Maintenance plan allows us to provide assistance quickly when needed and it gives the customer the opportunity to keep the software updated at a fraction of the cost of a normal update. If a Customer doesn’t want to subscribe to it, we will have to quote Update and Support Time on a case-by-case basis. If a Customer opts-out from the Maintenance Plan it may no longer be re-activated.

Is FocalPoints cloud based?

No, FocalPoints must be installed on premises and on the same network of the Lathes.

FP DESIGNER Q&A

Does FP Designer comes with pre-loaded designs?

No, FocalPoints does not provide pre-loaded designs, but gives the freedom to you to create your own designs, whether for corneal, scleral, Ortho-K or soft or hybrid RGP lenses. The designs can be symmetric, toric, quadrant or free-form, either spherical or aspherical.

What are the advantages of using Simulation Tools in FP Designer?

One of the goals of FocalPoints is to speed up the development of a CL design. In the past, the lens designer was required to cut a lot of samples to verify the resulting lens geometry. Working by trial and error resulted in high development costs. The extensive Simulation Testing tools offered by FocalPoints are aimed at reducing development times by using a set of virtual analysis tools that will speed up research and design cycles, giving you more time to spend on creating real solutions.

What are Special Features?

Special Features are proprietary FocalPoints options and functionalities that are designed to simplify and expedite the work of lens designers. They are exclusive to FocalPoints and offer significant advantages over traditional methods by providing lens designers with powerful tools that speed up their workflow and eliminate the need for complex calculations.

Are Special Features subject to Royalty?

Yes, Special Features in FocalPoints are subject to a royalty. By utilizing these advanced features, lens designers gain access to a set of possibilities that would typically require extensive time and effort to achieve, or may even be impossible to attain without the aid of FocalPoints. These features open up new avenues for creativity and efficiency, allowing lens designers to achieve outstanding results in a fraction of the time it would take using conventional methods.

Are all manufactured lenses subject to Royalty?

No, only manufactured lenses making use of Special Features are subject to royalty.

What do I need to license my CL designs to another FP Lab?

Once a CL is developed in FocalPoints, its design can be distributed to any other FocalPoints user in a secure encrypted file by acquiring the Design Owner Toolkit module. The Design Owner can set the duration of the License and decide which elements of the CL design can be seen by the Licensee. The Design Owner Toolkit assigns to the Licensor an unique Owner Code, enforces the protection and finally issues the license to the Manufacturing Lab.

Do I need to make an agreement with the Design Owner?

Yes, the Manufacturing Lab should find an agreement with the Design Owner to obtain a license of its designs. Advance Medical has no direct role in these negotiations, as we only provide the technical means to operate and maintain the licensing platform.

Can I use FP to manufacture only third-party designs?

Yes, the FocalPoints MFG Only edition gives the Lab the option of producing only third-party designs under license. In this case, it will be up to the Lab (the Licensee) to make arrangements directly with the owner of the CL design (the Licensor).

What happens when I upgrade my system?

Being FocalPoints a modular system the upgrade process is straightforward and generally has little impact on operations. At any time the system can be upgraded and we will discount what originally paid from the new quotation.

Do you provide training for the software?

Yes, we offer training for our software. During the installation phase, we provide comprehensive training sessions to help get the Lab up and running. In addition to the initial training, we can provide further training sessions upon request. Check the Training page for more details.