Output (non CNC)

The different options for processing the output of your manufacturing files, and how to set them up.

PolyBoard’s workshop document: cut list, plans and cost report

In this video we’ll show you how to print out and modify the cut list, plans and costings for your...

PolyBoard to OptiCut integration

OptiCut works as a stand alone cutting optimisation solution. It also has a very good integration with PolyBoard which we’ll...

The measuring tool and dimensioned plans

Accurate dimensioned drawings are critical for an efficient production and assembly process. PolyBoard is able to output a range of...

Printing part by part labels

Optimisation software like OptiCut and OptiNest will produce the labels for your parts. If you are not using optimisation software...

3D renders and PolyBoard models

Examples of the 3D rendering possibilities within PolyBoard. Many of these models are available within PolyBoard’s Quick Design libraries for...

3D DXF and 3DS output formats

As well as producing manufacturing output, it’s possible to export 3D designs from PolyBoard to a rendering package or to...

Catalogue mode overview

Catalogue mode is used for 3 reasons: To create the manufacturing documents where you don’t need to draw a new...

Cutting list export

To view the cutting list on screen, go to Cutting list menu > Cutting list: ASCII export In addition to...

Numbered parts

PolyBoard includes a simple number reference for all parts which is included in the manufacturing output to make the production...

ERP export

As you design, PolyBoard’s internal cost and materials report is dynamically updated. It’s possible to set a material cost for...

Hardware list export

It’s possible to output a list of all the hardware used in your PolyBoard design as a delimited .txt file....