ProNest
Nesting software | 2012
Introducing Hypertherm ProNest 2012 Processes supported
ProNest nesting software provides mechanized cutting users High Density / Conventional Plasma
an efficient and intuitive solution for advanced multi-process
Fiber / CO2 Laser
profiling operations. ProNest seamlessly integrates with your
business and is fully configurable to meet your needs. ProNest Oxyfuel
is also backed by the high quality technical support that you Waterjet
demand.
Punch/Plasma
Built-in process expertise Punch/Laser
ProNest contains the industry’s most advanced process
expertise. Our development team has incorporated decades
of proven cutting experience to deliver nesting software with Technical support
the most powerful process settings and parameters. That ProNest is backed by the most dedicated and knowledgeable
expertise, including data from manufacturer specifications technical support team in the business. Our team of
and field testing, is applied to your specific cut process and specialists has many years of industry experience with nesting
machine, from day one. ProNest also plays an important role software and CAM applications, offering a level of expertise
in Hypertherm’s advanced Integrated Cutting Solutions, and support that is second to none. Through our Software
including support for True Hole™ and Rapid Part™ Subscription program, customers have access to one-on-one
technologies. training sessions and unlimited technical support. Software
• Better productivity updates and new version upgrades are also included.
• Improved part quality • Maximum machine uptime
• Increased cost savings • Optimal results from your software
Ease of use
Users agree that ProNest is incredibly easy to learn and
use. This is due to the careful design of our graphical user
interface. You will find a straightforward user platform,
thoughtful screen layout, and intuitive navigation.
• Faster learning curve
• More efficient use
• Fewer errors
Visit our website www.hyperthermCAM.com
or contact your trusted partner to request a free
production trial of ProNest 2012 and experience
productivity made easy, for yourself.
Standard features highlights Reporting
Part creation and development • Customizable management and shop reports
• Integrated 2D CAD program to create and edit CAD files • Export
reports directly to PDF, Excel spreadsheet (*.xls),
or (*.csv)
• Variable
Shape Parts feature to develop common parts
from templates
Costing
CAD/CAM import and conversion • Detailed user-defined machine and labor production costing
• Import
CAD and CNC files (many industry-standard file • Automatic calculation of part production costs and part/
formats) nest utilization
• Import Bill of Materials properties from CAD files
Output
• Automatic CAD file correction and error notification
• Flexible post-processor with standard NC output
• Automatic spline / ellipse smoothing and reduction
• Automatic kerf / pre-kerf compensation
• Separate multiple parts from a single CAD file
• DXF output
• Automatic
mapping of CAD layers to processes
(cut, mark, etc.)
Interactive manual nesting
• Group parts into clusters for nesting Optional modules
• Drag, drop and bump parts on the nest ProNest’s modular structure means you only purchase the tools
• Duplicate, move, scale, mirror, rotate, or array parts you need.
• Prohibit / permit nesting inside of a part
Plasma Oxyfuel Laser
• Multi-sheet and multi-head nesting
Waterjet Punch/Plasma Punch/Laser
• Part interference detection
• Edit lead-in / out position and properties within the nest Nesting
• Automatically update nest with part revisions Automatic nesting
• Grain
constraint, automatic tabbing / micro-joints, edge Nesting system optimization
pierce technology Productivity
• Material
database (with grade and gauge), plate list and Common line cutting
part library
Advanced common line cutting
• Manual and automatic plate cropping Chain cutting
• Safe zones for plate clamping applications Bridge cutting
• Automatic and manual nest sequencing Collision avoidance
• Control cut direction and cut sequencing on part-by-part basis Variable multi-head cutting
• Animated cutting sequence simulation Skeleton cut-up
PIPE parametric fittings
Built-in process parameters Work order processing
• Material
type, thickness, grade and class-based process
Material optimization
parameters
Plate inventory
• Material type and thickness based lead-in/out parameters
Custom remnants
• Automatic
and interactive separations for part, plate, and
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