Automatic Nesting

Metalix offers optimal material utilization with AutoNest – cncKad’s automatic nesting module.
AutoNest is a powerful “True Shape” nesting tool offering a wide range of automatic and manual nesting options to achieve the best possible nesting solutions.

AutoNest includes:

• Fully Automated Nesting – select the parts and AutoNest does the rest.
• Hole Filling – interior holes in parts are identified and
filled with compatible parts, creating efficient solutions.
• Multiple Material Nests – parts from different
materials are sorted automatically and nested on their
appropriate sheets.
• Multiple Sheet Solutions – nesting solutions can
be generated on different sheet sizes, selected
automatically for solution’s efficiency and minimal
number of sub-nests.
• True Shape or Rectangular – select the best nesting
strategy for your parts for faster solutions.
• Manual Nesting – user-interactive positioning of parts,
dragging, rotating, mirroring and duplication, all with a
click of a mouse.
• Grouping – automatic and manual grouping of parts to
simplify nesting solutions.
• Data Reports – detailed reports include nesting data,
part data, job time and tool setup as well as other
information, using fully customizable DOC, RTF or TXT
templates.

Advanced Automation Solutions

cncKad’s automation modules (API or Parametric Programming) enable users to create time-saving applications:

• Integrate cncKad with ERP/MRP systems.
• Develop automated scripts for standard actions, e.g.
batch Import and Processing of parts.
• Leverage product information directly from part files.

The automation modules come with complete documentation and a set of code examples.

3D CAD Interface

The CAD Link module enables one-click real-time
transfer of parts from 3D CAD packages to cncKad.
Files can be transferred from SolidWorks®, Solid Edge®,
Autodesk® Inventor® , Pro-E® and Vertex® G4, using
an online associative link, bypassing the need for
intermediate files such as DXFs.

Advanced Punch Technologies

cncKad incorporates unique and next generation technologies to support advanced machines and generate efficient NC code:

• Automatic Punching with Pre-Defined Shapes
• Manual and automatic Wire and Micro Joint
positioning
• Integrated Clamp Avoidance
• Easy to use Common Cuts definition
• Single Clamp Movement
• Full support for Wheel tools
• Efficient strategies for Tool Path Optimization and
tool usage

Advanced Cut Technologies

cncKad gives you the ability to fully utilize your
machine’s capabilities:

• Automatic Cutting with Corner Treatment
• Rapid Tool-Path Crash Avoidance
• Tool-Path Optimization with Auto Entry Point
• Material-based Cutting Parameters
• Vaporization and Marking Before Cutting options
• True-Type Font cutting and engraving
• Common Line cutting

Drafting

cncKad has a very powerful, easy to use 2D drafting module. In addition to a full set of drafting tools, cncKad supports special sheet metal drafting aids and Geometry Validation to automatically detect and correct unclosed contours.

Punch Technology

The Punching module includes support for:

• Auto-Punch
• Special tools
• Auto-indexing
• Automatic Reposition
• Common cuts

Tube Cutting

cncKad supports Laser/Plasma/Flame machines equipped with a CNC Rotary Axis head for cutting intersections between tubes and between a tube and a plane, using a simple graphic interface. Set layout and design for cutting tube assemblies quickly and accurately then view the cuts in 3D.

Graphic Simulation of CNC Programs

cncKad supports graphic simulation of any CNC program, including legacy programs previously written on the machine.

The Simulator enables easy editing of CNC programs while graphically viewing the results on the processed sheet.

Import

cncKad has an efficient import feature for DXF, DWG, IGES, CADL and other standard file formats.
Includes support for mm/inch based files and Layering.

Cutting Technology

The Cutting module includes support for:

• Auto-Cut
• Automatic contour check and correction
• Beam Width definition and Auto Compensation
• Corner Loops and Corner Slow Down
• Z axis control

Post-Processing: NC Files Generation

Advanced post-processors generate efficient CNC programs with precision and ease, incorporating Sub-routines (macros), Optimized Tool Path and Minimal Turret Rotation, with support for machine operations such as oiling, vacuum and ram-rate.

DNC

Easy communication with your machine - uploading / downloading of NC files to machines, with support for batch loading and for extracting NC files from the machine controller.