--- title: "Lifetime Maintenance - Free Software Updates Forever | Numerical Innovations" description: "Get free software updates forever with Numerical Innovations Lifetime Maintenance. Pay once, receive all upgrades, technical support, and secure updates for life. Best long-term investment in PCB CAM software." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Organization", "name": "Numerical Innovations Inc.", "url": "https://www.numericalinnovations.com", "logo": "https://numericalinnovations.com/logo.png", "description": "Leading solutions for CAM, DFM, and 3D Software. Discover FAB 3000, ACE 2D/3D Translator, EasyGerb, and Numerical Cloud for engineering-grade precision.", "sameAs": [], "contactPoint": { "@type": "ContactPoint", "contactType": "Customer Service", "email": "support@numericalinnovations.com" }, "hasOfferCatalog": { "@type": "OfferCatalog", "name": "CAD/CAM Software Products", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "Product", "name": "FAB 3000", "description": "The Ultimate CAM Tool for PCB Manufacturing with advanced DFM analysis, Gerber, ODB++ IPC-2581 support", "category": "CAM Software" }, { "@type": "Product", "name": "ACE 2D/3D Translator", "description": "CAD Conversion Tool for DWG, DXF, STEP file conversion and translation", "category": "CAD Conversion Software" }, { "@type": "Product", "name": "EasyGerb for AutoCAD", "description": "Instant Gerber Output from AutoCAD with seamless integration", "category": "AutoCAD Plugin" }, { "@type": "Product", "name": "Numerical Cloud Subscription", "description": "Cloud-based software management with single activation code for unlimited computers", "category": "Software Management" } ] } }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Why do you offer Lifetime Maintenance? Everyone else constantly charges for upgrades.", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "We are customers ourselves and understand the frustration of being constantly reminded to pay for upgrades or renew maintenance contracts. We felt there was a better, more cost-effective solution. We understand companies need to make money for development and support, but we wanted to offer a one-time investment that truly benefits our customers long-term." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long is the Lifetime Support/Maintenance plan good for?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Lifetime Support/Maintenance plan is good for as long as we (Numerical Innovations, Inc.) continue to develop the software product you have purchased. We have been developing our primary software tools: ACE 2D/3D Translator, EasyGerb, and FAB 3000 constantly since 2006 - that's over 18 years of continuous development! We will continue to develop these products making them smarter, faster, and include more features." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I transfer the Lifetime Maintenance to another person within my company?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. You may transfer your Lifetime Maintenance to another person within your company and they will continue to receive all updates, license key assistance, and technical support. The Lifetime Maintenance is intended for your lifetime usage of the product. If the original user leaves the company, it may be transferred to another user ONLY at the same company. It cannot be transferred to another location or different company entity." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What's included with Lifetime Maintenance?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Lifetime Maintenance includes: secure 24/7 download access, all upgrades and updates forever, unlimited priority technical support, protection against exploits and viruses with latest secure software, license key regeneration for lost keys or computer transfers, free feature request development (subject to approval), pre-release version access, transferability within your company, and escape from never-ending upgrade costs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does Lifetime Maintenance cost?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Lifetime Maintenance is typically purchased during order placement as a one-time fee. Contact our sales team at sales@numericalinnovations.com for current pricing and to discuss the best option for your needs." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I add Lifetime Maintenance to an existing license?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes! If you already own one of our software products, you can add Lifetime Maintenance at any time. Contact our sales team at sales@numericalinnovations.com to upgrade your existing license." } } ] } ] --- We use cookies and analytics to improve your experience. By clicking "Accept", you consent to our use of cookies. [Learn more](/privacy-policy) DeclineAccept [🔁 Lifetime Support user? Click here for downloads](/lifetime-support-downloads) [![Numerical Innovations](/assets/ni-logo-C3u5Pfq2.png)](/) - Products - Support - Download - [Online Viewer](/free-gerber-viewer) [About](/about-us)[Blog](/blog) Toggle theme [Order Now](/order-now) Toggle theme Toggle menu LIFETIME MAINTENANCE # Free Software Updates Forever ## Our Commitment to Deliver a High-Quality Ownership Experience We are proud to offer our unique **Lifetime Maintenance** - simply pay once (typically during order placement) and get all technical support, license replacements, and protect against new exploits/viruses by accessing our most secure software updates. **Free - forever!** There's no further annual fees or upgrade charges for anything. The Best Long-Term Investment in the Industry We have been developing our primary software tools: ACE 2D/3D Translator, EasyGerb, and FAB 3000 constantly since 2006 - that's almost 20 years of upgrades at no additional cost! [Contact Sales About Lifetime Maintenance](/contact-us) ## Lifetime Maintenance Benefits Everything you need for a worry-free software ownership experience ### 24/7 Download Access Secure login access to download all software updates anytime, anywhere ### All Upgrades Forever Receive every upgrade, update, and fix for the lifetime of the product ### Priority Technical Support Unlimited priority support from our experienced technical team ### Maximum Security Protect against exploits and viruses with access to our latest secure software ### License Management Generate new license keys for computer transfers, crashes, or lost licenses ### Feature Development Free development for approved feature requests from our customers ### Pre-Release Access Get early access to test drive new features before official release ### Transferable Ability to transfer your Lifetime Maintenance to another user in your company Escape the Never-Ending Upgrade Costs Save money long-term with a single one-time investment ## Customer Testimonials Hear from our satisfied Lifetime Maintenance customers > "I've downloaded the latest version of FAB3000 and can confirm your updated XML output works in our software! I can't thank you enough for this feature. It will dramatically improve my workflow. 🙏" Dwight T. Vinci4D > "Thank you for your comprehensive answers to my questions." Michał Electro Welle > "Thank you again, I just installed the update, checked the polygon optimization again and imported the same Gerber files - successfully! Thumbs up!" David S&T Partner Elektronik GmbH > "Thank you very much for your assistance. I was able to install the new software update. Thank you again. It has been a pleasure to work with you and utilize your lifetime maintenance." Gerald DeJean Microsoft > "Thank you very much, your video made it very easy to make the necessary changes. Also the new upgrade went off with no problem. Thanks again for the lifetime support and your help was invaluable." Robert C. Sandia National Laboratories > "This is awesome - the finest support and service, much appreciated! I will update the license on the new the server, in case I see any issue I will get back to you." Amit J. Google > "Awesome! Numerical Innovations support is second to none." Ken Lake Samtec > "OUTSTANDING! And impressive!" David Kafooken Industries > "I would like to thank you again for your fast response to all our support tickets!" Jussi VTT ## Questions? ### Why do you offer Lifetime Maintenance? Everyone else constantly charges for upgrades. ### How long is the Lifetime Support/Maintenance plan good for? ### Can I transfer the Lifetime Maintenance to another person within my company? See More Still have a question? We're here to help. [Contact Sales](/contact-us)[Contact Technical Support](https://numericalinnovations.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new) ## Purchase Lifetime Maintenance Today Drastically save money long-term and enjoy worry-free software ownership forever [Contact Sales Team](/contact-us) Questions? Email us at sales@numericalinnovations.com **\* Feature Requests:** All feature requests must be approved by our development team. Most feature requests are performed free of charge for lifetime maintenance customers, unless we determine significant engineering is required or it would benefit only a few users. In these events we'll refer you to our custom software development. **\*\* Transferability:** The Lifetime Maintenance is intended to be valid for your lifetime usage of the product. In the event the original user leaves the company, the Lifetime Maintenance may be transferred to another user ONLY at the same company. It cannot be transferred to another location or different company entity. ![Numerical Innovations](/assets/ni-logo-C3u5Pfq2.png) Leading solutions for CAM / DFM / 3D software. 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