Tooling
Most of cncKad’s CAM editing functionalities are available in AutoNest so you can change the tooling and the processing for the whole nest or specific parts.
Editing CAMs includes running Smart Cut: Using this strong feature AutoNest determines from which side and corner to enter the parts, and runs part handling for MicroJoints.
AutoNest can display the tooling and the part arrangements on the sheets in many different ways as you can see in the examples.
You can manipulate the tooling from within AutoNest.
For punch machines:
- Edit tools and tool data
- Change MicroJoints
- Select a turret setup
- Change the processing order
- Drag nibbling
- Add tool functions
- Control pickup: change the unload tool position
- Edit and delete CAMs
For cutting machines:
- Change the lead-in (entry)
- Edit and delete CAMs
- Change the processing order
- Apply the smart cut
- Add/edit/delete/move MicroJoints
One file can handle detailed processing definitions for different machines or different angles. These CAM layers can include push out, MicroJoints and WireJoints, unloading, trimming, cut sheet etc. This powerful solution ports parts from one technology or machine type to another, such as from punch to laser.
Layers for different machines or angles
This feature enables you to place layers at different angles, and generate NC codes for your punch/cutting/combination machines. When you update your part geometry, or require different tooling definitions or adjustments for different machines, cncKad updates the processing for all layers. Alternatively, edit specific CAMs without applying the changes to all CAMs.
When you import a part that includes CAM layers, AutoNest automatically uses the correct layer. For example, if a part is positioned at 90°, the 90° layer is used for processing the part; if positioned at 180° then this layer is used.
When you import the parts, you add CAM layers in AutoNest for the daily job order, to all parts of the order.
AutoNest
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Daily Job
Daily Job allows you to batch process orders of DFT, DXF, DWG, and other CAD format files.
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Fully Automated Nesting
Fully Automated Nesting provides a variety of nesting methods, from rectangular to advanced True Shape.
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Tooling
Most of cncKad’s CAM editing functionalities are available in AutoNest so you can change the tooling and the processing for the whole nest or specific parts.
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Dynamic Common Cuts
AutoNest automatically positions parts so adjoining edges are processed at the same time with dynamic common cuts.
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Remnant Handling
The remnant handling feature allows you to save partially used sheets for future nesting solutions.
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Multiple Sheet Solutions
Multiple sheet solutions can be generated on different sheet sizes. AutoNest selects them automatically for efficiency and the minimal number of SubNests.
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Multiple Material Nests
Parts from different materials are sorted automatically and nested on appropriate sheets.
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Manual Nesting
AutoNest manual nesting allows you to position parts interactively.
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Nest According to Turret Restrictions
AutoNest arranges parts on the SubNests, calculating the solution based on the restrictions dictated by the particular machine turret.
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Tubes
Easily nest your tubes in AutoNest.
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Reports
Detailed AutoNest reports include all necessary production information for individual SubNests or the entire order.