Nesting software?

[jimianbu]

What is the best nesting program/software for ship and boat design?

Thanks.

[ACuttle]

Nesting software is pretty much the same regardless of the program, automatic nesting is oftered by some but I've never found it to be better than a good human operator.

There isn't much point opimising nesting for marine production as everything is flat metal (or wood) at this stage.

The only thing to call between them is your prefered operating methods (and cost) - a few offer interesting features but only you would know if you'd use them.

[alanrockwood]

Consider using MyNesting. Most nesting software packages are very expensive. However, the MyNesting software itself is free. Running the program is also free. You are charged each time you download a result, and the cost of downloading a result is very low, just a few dollars per job. The program is net-based, so you need internet access.

[ACuttle]

A few dollars can quickly add up, but that depends on the level of through-put you require, it's an easy sum to make.

If you're not actually coding any CNC files you can nest (on a very basic level) in any CAD software. If your cutting then is done by a contractor then they can write their own CNC-code from your dwgs/dxfs.

If you're cutting in-house then the supplier of your CNC unit can likely recommend what works best with your system.

[Joe Petrich]

If you use Rhino there is a program out there named RhinoNest. I don't know much about it though.

[GaoTeng]

Would you like to try NestProfessor, a new nesting application, I am sure it can help someone who like to improve the material utilization. we using it for Plasma cutting.

[GaoTeng]

A new version of NestProfessor is available now and the name is renamed to NestLeader, you can download the trial version to try it. .. http://cutleader.com/Download.php

[alanrockwood]

Originally Posted by GaoTeng

A new version of NestProfessor is available now and the name is renamed to NestLeader, you can download the trial version to try it. .. http://cutleader.com/Download.php

Is this free software? If not then how much does it cost?

[hellojaby]

ProNest

[The Loftsman]

As ever people looking for an easy way where you can just push a button without too much thought or learning and it will just do it for you.
Can i ask why did people need to go through 5 or 4 year apprenticeships with low wages tough learning when now you can just push the magic button and hey presto it all rolls out perfect ever time all neatly nested with your eyes closed.