Words of warning on cutlist programs, guys! Keep in mind that the optimizer plans on
100% perfect, 100% useable panels, and cannot discriminate for choice pieces (ie, it
doesn't care whether the prime part of the panel becomes a finished end or drawer
spreaders!). Fine for somebody who's into production and/or gives no consideration to
the appearance of the finished product. After trying to work with one for several
months, I went back to my trusty piece-of-chalk-and-a-measuring-tape optimizer (aka the
"Tamarkin Mach II, version 3.11") which works great, gives me the chance to select what
goes where, culls the ugly or bad sections, considers the scrap stack, and hardly ever
breaks down, usually only when I push too hard! Would love to hear from others that
are using a program! -P
John Renzetti wrote:
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Does anyone use a panel layout program for planning a cutlist on a
panel. I've been looking at a program offered by Sheetlayout
www.sheetlayout.com Anyone ever use it. The price looks right.
Evaluation is free, prices range from hobbyist level-$29 to small
shop $99 to industrial $299.
Thanks,
John Renzetti
Chadds Ford, PA
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