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Features
TruNest features for manufacturing
Optimize nesting, cutting, and fabrication with TruNest 2019 software. Learn about the user-friendly features in TruNest Contour, TruNest Multi-Tool, and TruNest Composites.
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Customizable user interface
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Create user groups by role or access level for greater security and fewer chances of mistakes. (video: 1:09 min.)
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Concurrent access
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Multiple people can connect simultaneously to applications from different client computers.
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Menu tree and ribbon control
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Customize your dashboard, tree, and ribbon menus to quickly access favorite functions and frequently used tools. (video: 1:48 min.)
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Viewport controls
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Inspect part data after translation. Use the same viewport to review, inspect, and measure nested results. (video: 1:14 min.)
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Facility filtering
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Work with data filtered by a specific facility, machine, or both.
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Automatic data syncs
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Automatic data syncing and updates support concurrent access of applications by multiple users.
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Server monitoring
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Server monitoring and data synching are in real time, between the master and client databases.
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Server data syncs
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Data syncs between server and clients mean that people using enterprise solutions can experience significantly improved response times.
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Translate part data from many sources
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TruNest uses the SmarTran universal translator, which ensures that all part geometries are suitable for nesting. (video: 1:08 min.)
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Automatic part assembly
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Interpret metadata in the original CAD file including part name, assembly name, and material designation. (video: 1:19 min.)
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Reverse engineer legacy data
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TruNest translates CAD formats and converts NC (numerical control) code from legacy programs into usable CAD data.
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Product data management integration
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Manually select parts for translation or pull them automatically from a PDM system such as Vault software.
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Order entry and scheduling
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Add parts or assemblies to an active order until nesting time, and increase nesting efficiency. (video: 1:07 min.)
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ERP/MRP system integration
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Integrates with ERP and MRP systems to automatically schedule new orders and nest them, based on workload.
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Barcode input and output
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TruNest supports QR code scanning, and lets you generate barcodes for tracking purposes.
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PNG file support
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Generate PNG files to quickly visualize nests and parts or to use in custom reports.
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Etching and labeling
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Use pen markers, sticky labels, or etched part information for labeling directly on each part.
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Automatic common line cutting
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TruNest automatically recognizes the common line between parts, and removes unnecessary cutting motions.
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Head-down logic for pierce reduction
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TruNest optimizes the starting cut positions, so you use the minimum number of pierces on each nest.
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Skeleton cutting/auto destruct cycle
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Use skeleton cutting and auto destruct to increase machine safety, easily unload parts, and more.
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Optimized saw/waterjet cutting logic
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TruNest supports automatic tooling and cut sequence generation for saw/waterjet combination machines.
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Linear nesting
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TruNest supports linear nesting of bar stock, extrusions, and rods
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Automatic tabbing
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Automatically hold each part in place during cutting, using small pieces of materials called tabs.
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Flat ply splitting
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View a list of plies that don't fit on the roll, so you can more accurately nest plies.
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Double-sided routing
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Program routing tools to automatically run on 2 sides of the part, and automatically generate part repositions.
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Ply cutters
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TruNest Composites supports all major brands of composite ply cutters, including Autometric, Eastman, GFM, and more.
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Multiple machine setup
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TruNest selects the best machine for the job, based on cutting time and current machine workload.
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Punch presses
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TruNest Multi-Tool supports all major brands of punch presses, including standard punch shapes and custom shape punch tools.
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Saw cutters
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TruNest Multi-Tool supports automatic tooling and cut sequence generation for manual and automated saws.
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Saw/waterjet combination cutters
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TruNest Multi-Tool supports automatic tooling and cut sequence generation for saw/waterjet combination machines.
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Additional postprocessors
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There are several new postprocessors to support additional machine types.
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Combination machining
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Explore features for plasma, punch, combination plasma/oxy, and combined punch/laser cutters.
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