Seamless design to CNC manufacturing for the woodwork industry

Our software works with virtually all CNCs, we’ve helped 1000s of businesses choose the right setup and implement it.

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Honest advice when you need it

We’ve met many great people who have struggled to find the right CNC advice.

Or they’ve invested in a machine that didn’t come with design software, so the promised gains in speed and accuracy just haven’t materialised.

Whatever stage you’re at, our technical team is available to talk through the right options for you.

Just some of the CNC integrations available

Discover CNC machining without the costly mistakes

A one stop solution for your workshop

Fast and error free design to CNC manufacturing to hassle free assembly

Designed for woodworkers

From router specifications to software, hardware and training, ensure everything is configured for the woodwork industry

The right advice before you invest

Our team has helped of workshops of all sizes select the best setup for their needs

Popular CNC configurations we have implemented

Design fast and accurately | minimise material waste | grain and label management | automatic application of toolpaths

Custom cabinet design with a 3 axis nesting CNC

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  • Design in PolyBoard, nest in OptiNest, full label management
  • Low maintenance, minimise operator input: cut and machine your parts in one operation
  • Work faster with rotary/linear automatic tool changer

Beam or panel saw + drilling CNC machine

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  • Design in PolyBoard, output cutting map in OptiCut
  • Cut the parts on your panel saw or automatically on a CNC beam saw
  • Machine the parts on the drilling CNC: ideal for workshops that require edge drilling

Stair manufacture with a 4/5 axis CNC

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  • Create your project in StairDesigner
  • Output to your CAM software to apply the toolpaths and generate the machine code
  • A pod and rail CNC is perfect for specialist stair part manufacture

Add automation with a load and unload CNC

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  • Choose a manual loading system or automated load/unload
  • Option to include automatic label printing and placement
  • Plus all the benefit of a nesting CNC for custom cabinetry production

David, project lead

Kitchen manufacturer

PolyBoard + OptiNest + nesting CNC router

"Whereas we would have taken 8 days on a kitchen without the CNC, the whole job is now 2 days. CNCs I think are the future."

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Design software PolyBoard and StairDesigner

Powering companies in over 100 countries worldwide…small to medium workshops to industrial manufacturers

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Error free parametric design

Hardware machining is automatically applied in PolyBoard, all popular brands available.  Full integration with our optimisation software. 3D presentations and costings for clients.

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Optimise fast, instant output

StairDesigner automatically calculates step number/height and flight length, stringboard shape and position, winders and lots more. Immediate access to plans, elevations, CNC files etc.

Optimisation and manufacturing software

From design to production in record time and with big savings on material costs

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Cut faster and with minimal material waste

Use OptiCut's cutting maps with your panel or beam saw before machining your parts. Labels, grain and stock fully managed.

nesting software for wood cnc machines

Nesting maps, labels and grain management

OptiNest's labels include placement guidance and edging data. Nest parts side by side so the grain flows across them. Plus full stock and off-cut control.

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Auto toolpath application

No more manual toolpath creation in your CAM software. 100% accurate output to your CNC in a few clicks.

Identify your optimal CNC feature set

Give your workshop the productivity boost it's been waiting for

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Market leading

From automatic tool changers to vacuum pump zoning to dust extraction.

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Flexibility

Range of options to fit your budget, workshop size and specialist requirements.

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Automation

Including material loading, label printing and placement, and drill banks.

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Expert support

Excellent post sale support and training for CNC and software.