Stefan, Author at WOOD DESIGNER

Labels

The creation of labels is a key benefit of OptiNest and helps to ensure that production and assembly is fast and accurate. Labels can be output in a number of ways and the data shown is completely configurable too. An example sheet of labels is shown below: The printer can be set up to print…

Nesting patterns and optimization report

The results of an optimization are shown on screen immediately. They are also available for printing via the File menu > Print. The different elements are described below. Nesting patterns This is a visual representation of the nested parts on each panel. Hover over a part for additional information. Hover outside a part for details…

Stock and off-cut management

We covered how to set up stock in the Essentials section: Essentials: stock set up The panel quantity can be set to unlimited. It’s also possible to define true stock levels. After an optimization, the stock quantity will be reduced. Additionally we can define reusable off-cuts and add those back in to the panel stock…

Perfect grain management

OptiNest is able to orientate parts on the nesting pattern based on grain direction. For more information, go to: Essentials: parts import If you use OptiNest with PolyBoard, an additional feature is available called perfect grain. This feature allows you to place door or drawer facades together on the nesting pattern so the material’s grain…

Recommended workflow and next steps

Flexibility as your business grows Benefits from OptiNest’s core features to work faster and reduce material waste are immediate. Here are some other options to consider over time. Stock and off-cut management Enhanced label management Ensure your entire production workflow is as efficient as possible Next steps and further resources Help Centre Go to our…

Optimization parameters

Once the stock is set up and the parts list has been populated, we’re ready to run the optimization. Click on the Optimize icon, or select F5 on the keyboard: Or go to the Optimization menu > Optimize: The optimization runs for a short period of time and the results are shown on screen: Please…

Parts import

Once the stock is set up, it’s time to add the parts ready for optimization. PolyBoard import PolyBoard Pro PP integrates seamlessly with OptiNest. Once your design is complete in PolyBoard, all part information including machining details is sent to OptiNest as layered DXF files. Go to File > Post processor export > select the…

Stock set up

Before optimizing the parts, the stock of material must be configured. This is done in two stages: Material set up To view the Panel materials library, go to: Stock menu > Panels materials: All available materials are listed: Click on New and enter the details of the material: A delete material option is available too.…