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TAPTRONIC I purchased FlowHeater V2 Designer just a few months ago.

I'd to go upgrade from "V2 Designer" to "V3 Designer + Batch"

Is this the only upgrade to V3 available?

Apr 3 2013 at 6:23am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi NC Buyer,

First of all thank you very much for purchasing FlowHeater. In case you purchased the Designer V2 Version via BitsDoYour this delivered license key is also valid for Designer Version V3.

Sorry, we do not offer upgrade or update options in this promotion. It’s now possible to buy a Batch only version on our website. Note: This option is more expensive than the full Designer+Batch version on BitsDuJour.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 3 2013 at 10:53pm Copy Link

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TAPTRONIC OK, thank you Robert. Looks like I will probably take the deal from here when its offered then.

Apr 4 2013 at 3:21am Copy Link

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Steve Amos Consider the following scenario which has happened to us a few times.

We have a normal master-detail table relationship (say, a grocery store table containing a list of grocery stores as the master and an employee table containing the list of all the employees that work at that store).

A company policy change happens and now employees are no longer associated with an individual store but are qualified to float across many stores as needed.

So the normal master-detail table logical relationship between the grocery store and employee tables has to be replaced with the classic many-to-many relationship which sees the addition of a new table (usually called an "associative table") in between the already-existing grocery store and employee tables.

The changes that have to be made are:
1. For each store in the store table all of the employees that are related to that store in the employee table have to be located in the employee table and that relationship inserted into the new associative table.
2. When step 1 is completed (and only then), the foreign key in the employee table that points back to the grocery store table must be removed. Fortunately there is no formal "identifying relationship" between the store table and the employee table because they each have their own unique primary key.

Up until now, we have been writing custom C++ programs to help us implement such schema and data migrations. Continuing with this example, our plan would be to export the two affected tables into CSV's, read the entire employee table in order to build a complex memory structure containing the seek-able offsets into the CSV file of all the employees organized by store affiliation, and then chug through the exported store table a line at a time, searching the memory structure and writing the appropriate CSV file to implement the associative table as we go. The associative CSV file is then read into the database and the foreign key column is dropped from the employee table, the program added a unique primary key column w/data as it went, and the two foreign keys are added, and we're golden.

Can your product do this so we don't have to write such custom applications? It doesn't need to do it the same way, it just needs to be able to do it at all. Some description of a working approach would be nice.

We would not consider this a particularly unique case. Anytime anyone has to introduce a many-to-many relationship into an existing database, something like this transform would have to be accomplished.

(Note: if you're wondering why we do this with CSV files it's because it's blindingly fast. We can perform this transform on thousands or even millions of records in seconds using such text files rather than using all the overhead of a database engine, and many other advantages that I won't elaborate on for brevity's sake.)

Apr 6 2013 at 12:36pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Steve,

I think it should be possible. Please post your request to our support forum (http://www.flowheater.net/forum/) and we could try to find a solution.

Sorry for the short answer to your long question but BitsDuJour isn’t the right platform to discuss complete solutions.

NOTE: The support forum is free of charge.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 6 2013 at 10:51pm Copy Link

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Steve Amos I was hoping for a "absolutely yes or your money back" answer to my question so that I could take advantage of today's offer. Then I could have bought the product with confidence, even if it didn't work out in the long run. And you didn't mention anything about honoring today's prices even if it took longer than today to get a working answer.

While ultimately getting an answer would be gratifying, the fact that I didn't get an actionable answer in time renders the discussion moot. A 60% more expensive positive answer wasn't what I was looking for.

Apr 7 2013 at 12:39am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Steve
,
To say YES or NO depends on many things. It depends on the database, the table schema, the data and of course your knowledge and experience about FlowHeater. I think you agree with me that your purpose isn’t easy and this needs some preparation. We can help you to solve your requirements in our support forum but we do not create complete solutions for you.

Remark: You purchased a few months ago the Version 2.x. Like I wrote above this license key is also valid for Version 3.x. You do not need to purchase FlowHeater again.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 7 2013 at 10:51pm Copy Link

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Chris Roy Jackson So the Current Version is 3.1.2 ???

Aug 21 2013 at 11:41pm Copy Link

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Chris Roy Jackson Sorry... Duplicate post of immediately above when I didn't think it posted!!!

Aug 21 2013 at 11:56pm Copy Link

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Lupke Brother Sorry, don't have time to test today, so a short question

Does Flowheater convert XLSX to DBF?

Aug 22 2013 at 12:08am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Chris,

Yes the current version is 3.1.2. You can use all V3 versions marked as 3.x.y

I’m afraid we do not offer a money back guarantee. You could test all functions in detail with the freeware version and we offer also a cost free support forum where we try to support you. Feel free to test it.

FlowHeater GmbH - Aug 22 2013 at 12:16am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Lupke,
XLSX files requires an additional Excel Installation (2007 or higher). DBF files are not supported directly. It’s possible to read and/or write into DBF (dBase III/4) files by using the FlowHeater OleDB Adapter but this is a bit tricky!

FlowHeater GmbH - Aug 22 2013 at 12:54am Copy Link

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Paul joubert @Robert I too wish I could spend time trying out FlowHeater. Would it be possible to take say 1000 ocr-ed legal documents and create a loosely structured CSV file along the line of say:
eg: Doc # DOC-name page# Line# line-content
1 xyz123 1 1 lkjhoiuhkjhliulkij kjkj
1 xyz123 1 2 yrrererek, kkdjf ll
1 " " 3 ........
1 " x x etc ........
2 ABDeg 1 1 etc.

If page is a problem doc# name(ID) line# in doc/chapter/book is OK.
If yes do-able you got a deal and a potential distributor.

Aug 22 2013 at 3:39am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Paul,
The batch module supports wildcards like *.txt and it’s possible to read all files and create one (or more) CSV output files at once. These are the strengthening of FlowHeater :-)

I see a problem with our OCR scanned files. By now I can’t say this should work or not, it depends how the data will be available in your OCR files. FlowHeater are only able to read “structured” text files and restricted “unstructured” text files. Could you describe the format of your OCR files a bit?

FlowHeater GmbH - Aug 22 2013 at 5:15am Copy Link

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Lupke Brother @ Robert,

Thank you. Can you recommend software which does support DBF files directly? Or do I need to PM you about this?

Aug 22 2013 at 5:18am Copy Link

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Paul joubert @ Robert OKay I've had a quick look @ flow heater & seem promising and certainly worth a try @ the price. Is the license per user or installation. If I have a laptop & desktop do I need two separate licenses etc.?
If I or my clients want to upgrade from on version to another is there an upgrade fee or is it a new version full purchase?

Aug 22 2013 at 9:13am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Paul,
License) The license is usually per installation. Yes, you need two separate licenses for Desktop and Laptop.
Upgrade) We offer upgrades from older versions: http://www.flowheater.net...dates.html

FlowHeater GmbH - Aug 22 2013 at 10:14am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Lupke,
Sorry I can’t recommend software for this. I’m always using Access or FlowHeater. I could try to help you in our free support forum but I can’t give a guarantee that a solution fits your purpose.

FlowHeater GmbH - Aug 22 2013 at 10:18am Copy Link

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AJ Its saying user name and code is invalid

Aug 22 2013 at 11:15am Copy Link

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Paul joubert This comment has been deleted due to a violation of the rules

Aug 22 2013 at 12:43pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark @AJ: In wich context you get this message? Do you want to register for the support forum?

FlowHeater GmbH - Aug 22 2013 at 10:58pm Copy Link

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Northern sp. z o.o. I tried buy Designer + batch version, but i couldn't buy without VAT.
Have You any way to buy without VAT ?

Oct 30 2013 at 11:44am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Robert,
This is just for EU companies possible. You have to use a valid EU VAT ID, otherwise no VAT free purchase possible.

FlowHeater GmbH - Oct 30 2013 at 12:54pm Copy Link

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Niels Erik Karkov I have a - paid for - version 2 of flow heater designer. But of course I will take the opportunity to download another copy to my laptop. As I cannot figure out why it suddenly is free I just want to know if there is any restrictions on the free version? By the way excellent program, might feel even better with better tutorials
Best wishes
Niels

Oct 31 2013 at 1:23am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Niels,
The functionality is indeed the same. The only difference is that you have to install and activate this version within 7 days.
Remark: The V2 offer from the past includes a free update. This means that the delivered license key also works with version V3.

FlowHeater GmbH - Oct 31 2013 at 5:32am Copy Link

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Northern sp. z o.o. Robert i written valid eu vat id , i tried a few Times, but i still have price with 19% vat.

Oct 31 2013 at 12:37pm Copy Link

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Watcher1924 Hi. Is transfer of a license to another owned computer allowed?

Oct 31 2013 at 7:33pm Copy Link

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Leo Zwart Wanneer komt de download beschikbaar ? Dit staat al dagen klaar maar komt maar niet.

Nov 1 2013 at 1:37am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @Robert: There are some possible reasons.
1) Because the promotion isn’t active now the EU VAT doesn’t work. You could try the normal buy now from our website. If it’s here works you have to wait till the promotion became active.
2) The typed company name isn’t correct. You have to use the complete registered company name.

In case this stills don’t work please contact the share-it support.

@Watcher1924: for the 100% off promotion this is not allowed because the activation only works for the next 7 days no activation afterwards possible. For the offered 60% off “Designer+Batch” Version this is of course possible.

@Leo: You have to use English for conversations; I can’t read your language.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 1 2013 at 2:01am Copy Link

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bvssunnydale Hi, I installed but I'm wondering if I should, per the software, "Request a registered version"? I clicked on that and it only links to the products (with prices) screen. There is an "Activate License" screen but it only calls up a field to type in a license #, which obviously I don't have. Is the software actually licensed and/or activated upon installation? It's not clear. Thanks for any help.

Nov 2 2013 at 8:25am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi bvssunnydale,
Please ignore this behavior; we will fix this with the next version. After activation there’s no other task necessary.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 2 2013 at 11:03am Copy Link

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Roderick Nicolson This is quite confusing. You say in your spiel at the top of the page that: 'there’s no required setup, or even installation!' Yet, when explaining to Niels you say: 'The only difference is that you have to install and activate this version within 7 days.'
So which is it? Is the program portable or does it have to be installed on a computer like any other desktop program, and why the confusing contradiction?
Thanks.

Nov 2 2013 at 7:16pm Copy Link

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M M If I install FlowHeater v3 Designer within 7 days on a computer A, can I move the software to computer B later on by uninstalling from computer A and then installing on computer B?

Nov 3 2013 at 12:35am Copy Link

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san genxu When I enter the serial number, it prompts"The activation period for this promotion license key has been expired!"

Nov 3 2013 at 4:33am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @Roderick Nicolson: This means that no setup or administrator rights necessary. You just have to download the freeware version and unzip the archive, that’s all. You could start the software immediately; of course a setup is also available. In case you want to use the full Designer functionality you have to activate this copy on your computer by clicking “?-License” in the FlowHeater Designer menu bar. Hope it’s a bit clearer.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 3 2013 at 6:28am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @M M: for the 100% off promotion this is not allowed because the activation only works for the next 7 days no activation afterwards possible. For the offered 60% off “Designer+Batch” Version this is of course possible.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 3 2013 at 6:29am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @san genxu: You have to use a current UTC date/time for your pc than the activation should work.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 3 2013 at 6:48am Copy Link

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adel baissa It is useful and easy to use

Nov 3 2013 at 10:57am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @adel: Yes, It should be. Try it you have nothing to lose!

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 3 2013 at 2:20pm Copy Link

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daniel paner I click the "?" and then license. I click the button for activating and am presented the oppt to input my registration code. I do, then select the Designer module, click activate and brought to a terms and conditions screen. From here I can edit the text (huh?) and close the window, that's all.

Product is not registered because there's no way to accept the terms and conditions.

Nov 3 2013 at 6:46pm Copy Link

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ej You guys are great. But when I click on GET IT FOR FREE and then on TAKE OUR ELEVEN STEP QUESTIONNAIRE INSTEAD, it takes me to a dialog that says CHOOSE YOUR PURCHASE and shows absolutely nothing below it. It's completely blank!

How can I download this if the system is broken and not allowing me to GET IT FOR FREE within the allotted time?

Please help me get this purchase to my account so I can download it, get the registration info and install it within a week.

Thank you very much!

Nov 3 2013 at 9:05pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark @Daniel: That’s strange, we have to investigate.
Please try the follows. After the “License Terms” dialog occurs press two times the tabulator key. Then you have to press the space key to accept the license terms. Now press three times the tabulator key again and last put not least press enter. This should work if not please contact us direct via email. Thank and sorry for the inconvenience.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 3 2013 at 10:29pm Copy Link

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Constantin Florea test

BitsDuJour Admin - Nov 3 2013 at 5:12am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @san genxu) You have to use a current UTC date/time for your pc settings than the activation should work.

FlowHeater GmbH - Nov 3 2013 at 6:10am Copy Link

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karel De Wever Can flowheater accomplish the following task.
One has an Access database with for example a table with companies and in each company record one can enter 2 contacts.
This must be converted to SQL and split in a table Company and a table Contacts and of course with the correct relations between all the records.

Dec 12 2013 at 2:22am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @Karel) it’s possible. There are some different ways to do this. Try it; in case you got some problems we looking forward to help you in our support forum.

FlowHeater GmbH - Dec 12 2013 at 3:38am Copy Link

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Great News! FlowHeater GmbH has agreed to extend this deal for another day - Enjoy!

BitsDuJour Admin - Dec 13 2013 at 12:11am Copy Link

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opayq opayq What sort of companies / home user will use this? Can you please give an example of a practical scenario. I don't understand. Sorry for being thick.

Mar 29 2014 at 2:42pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark All types of users from home user to business up to big companies where want to convert data from one format to another format or database. For practical scenario please visit our examples online. http://www.flowheater.net/examples.html

FlowHeater GmbH - Mar 30 2014 at 4:02am Copy Link

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Mark Johnson How soon do you expect to have an xml adapter? That is actually the one I would use the most.

Mar 31 2014 at 2:20am Copy Link

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John Gee On your page http://www.flowheater.net/examples.html there is an image slide1.jpg but if I view it, it is still TOO small to see anything. Can you make it link to a full size image?

Flowheater is something I might use.

Mar 31 2014 at 2:37am Copy Link

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Robert Stark @Mark: A first version of a native XML Adapter for Version 3.x is planned for end of Mai.

@John: If you click here (BitsDuJour offer homepage) above on the screenshots button you’ll see more and bigger screenshots.

FlowHeater GmbH - Mar 31 2014 at 3:30am Copy Link

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Brad Are there percentage discounts when upgrading to the latest version of FlowHeater Designer & Batch?

I assume the product is in currently in active development?

Do you have rough timelines for the release of major versions? Or perhaps a version release history.

Thanks in advance for answers to my queries.

Brad

Mar 31 2014 at 10:39am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Brad,

The BitsDuJour offer is much cheaper than our update prices :-) for comparing you’ll find the normal update prices here: http://www.flowheater.net...dates.html

We release every 4-8 weeks new functionalities. Version 4 is far away and there´s currently no plan for it. The version history can be found online here: http://www.flowheater.net/news.html

FlowHeater GmbH - Mar 31 2014 at 10:55am Copy Link

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Techtoysavvy Tried the trial version on simple test case.
CSV Export from Database moved to SQL Server and Excel.
It handled the header rows and performed transform to convert # to NULL.
I was using Textpipe on this example.
Next will see if I can batch execute with Folder Watcher.

Mar 31 2014 at 12:43pm Copy Link

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Techtoysavvy @Robert, if I buy the Batch version now, can I upgrade later to Company License at the discounted rate?

Mar 31 2014 at 12:45pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Techtoysavvy,

Sorry, the discount is only possible for this BitsDuJour offer, we do not grant a later discount.

Remark: A directory watcher can be implemented by using a simple CMD script. For more help, please contact our support forum.

FlowHeater GmbH - Mar 31 2014 at 1:41pm Copy Link

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Techtoysavvy Thanks. I like the product. IT department is looking into it.
I described it as a GUI driven ETL tool.
To me its SSIS lite but much easier to use!

Mar 31 2014 at 3:18pm Copy Link

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Architektura Architekt "We release every 4-8 weeks new functionalities. Version 4 is far away... "
hello
if we buy current version we will have free upgrade to v4 or v5 or ...

best regards

Apr 1 2014 at 3:12am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Free upgrade is just for minor version possible. This means you could use all version 3.x releases. There´s currently no plan for a Version 4.x.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 1 2014 at 4:38am Copy Link

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Kimmo Lahtinen I bought licences for both of my computers, but I wonder why I did not get any email confirmation for the new licences? Is it not your custom?

Apr 1 2014 at 10:53pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Kimmo,
Thanks for purchasing FlowHeater. The license will delivered by shareit. I’ve mark your two orders to resend the license information to you again. If you don’t receive any email from shareit within 2 hours please contact me directly.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 1 2014 at 11:10pm Copy Link

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Architektura Architekt how big file can we "manipulate" ? 1 gb?

Apr 1 2014 at 11:37pm Copy Link

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Robert Stark The limits are more or less theoretical. You could process files up to 1 TB and FlowHeater can handle up to 1.000.000.000 records at once.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 2 2014 at 1:51am Copy Link

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Kimmo Lahtinen @Robert,

I have not received any email from Share-IT connected to FlowHeater.

Apr 2 2014 at 3:37am Copy Link

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Robert Stark Hi Kimmo,
I’ve send to you a separate mail with your the license keys.

FlowHeater GmbH - Apr 2 2014 at 4:04am Copy Link

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Architektura Architekt so pity 3 minutes ;/

Apr 3 2014 at 2:40am Copy Link

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