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By Alma
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In an era where industrial competitiveness depends upon efficiency, agility and sustainability, nesting stands out as a key enabler of performance.
In today’ s competitive manufacturing landscape, success hinges on striking the right balance between cost efficiency, productivity and sustainability. Whether they work with sheet metal, wood or composite materials, companies face the dual challenge of producing faster while reducing material waste. At the crossroads of profitability and sustainability lies a decisive expertise: nesting optimisation.
Nesting optimisation is both an art and a science. It is the process of optimising the placement of parts within sheets to minimize raw material waste. By arranging parts in the most efficient way possible, nesting software maximizes the material yield, reduces cutting time and streamlines production planning.
“ Far from being a simple technical add-on, nesting optimisation offers strategic leverage. For machine manufacturers, subcontractors alike and software companies, mastering nesting optimisation directly translates into competitive advantage: reduced expenses, increased throughput and improved sustainability metrics,” explained Christelle Savorgnani, head of sales and marketing for CAD / CAM specialist, Alma.
A strategic driver for manufacturers and cutters
For machines builders, software companies or subcontractors, offering or using high-quality nesting is no longer optional. It is a decisive factor of competitiveness, impacting the four key areas overleaf:
“ Efficient nesting optimisation is an advanced process that increases the profitability and sustainability of a manufacturer’ s operations.”
The Alma team. Christelle Savorgnani, Head of Sales and Marketing, Alma.
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