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Nesting Algorithm Differences You Need to Know
Nesting software varies widely by the nesting algorithms used. The nesting differences dramatically impact the time and material efficiency results. Read more
10 Ways to Reduce Waste
Reducing material use is a "hard" cost savings you can see in real dollars. Check out this free report for creative solutions for eliminating waste.
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8 Ways to Evaluate a Nest
You may be surprised to learn that material efficiency isn't the only way to determine if a nest is "good." Consider more options outlined in this free report.
Nesting Software for
Amada Lasers and Turret Punch Presses

Optimation® drives hundreds of Amada lasers and turret punch presses. We create dynamic nests automatically and CNC code for your specific Amada model. Amada programming is done in minutes. Create nests for an entire shift, day, or week or create them one at a time as order demand changes. Either way, your programming - with tooling - and nesting is done in minutes.
Save programming time
- Batch Order Entry in Minutes
- Batch Geometric Part Input in Minutes
- Part Programming in Minutes
- Automatic Tooling
Save material
Process Supported
- Turret Punch Only
- Single Part Programming / Blank to Size
- Turret Punch Plasma
- Turret Punch Laser
- Turret Punch Router
- Turret Punch Shear
- FMS Cells with Unloading
- FMS Cells with Auto Loading
- FMS Cells with Sorting
- Turret Punch Before Shear
Every manufacturing situation is unique. That's why we want to learn about you, first. Then we're happy to offer our knowledge, experience, and software tools to help. Contact us now.