FOCUS ON CAD / CAM
Above: Nesting optimisation results ten years ago. Below: Nesting optimisation result in 2025: 3 % saved, one less sheet used.
parts etc. It is therefore important to make comparisons using part sets that are as similar as possible to those used in actual production. Moreover, during performance testing, it is usually advisable to use multiple part sets( between 10 and 100) to obtain an accurate comparison.
For Alma group, nesting is not just another software function. It has been our core expertise since our foundation over 45 years ago by a group of researchers in applied mathematics. From the very beginning, Alma has specialised in algorithmic innovation, making nesting software not only more powerful but also more reliable and easier to use.
Over the decades, we have consistently invested in research and development, refining our algorithms to address increasingly complex geometries and demanding industrial workflows. Today, our dedicated team of experts brings together modern methods from mathematical optimisation and artificial intelligence for greater efficiency.
This expertise is embedded in our flagship solutions: Powernest, Nest & Cut and Almacam. Each serves different needs and markets, but they all share one uncompromising requirement: performance.
Concrete results for customers
Across industries( from sheet metal to wood furnishing and from transportation to shipbuilding), our customers report consistent
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