TPT July 2018

T E CHNOLOG Y

Major version release of CAD/CAM nesting software

builds on an already strong foundation to ensure customers have the features they need to improve their productivity and profitability,” said Tom Stillwell, senior product marketing associate for Hypertherm CAD/CAM software products. “At the same time, this new version continues to include features that more fully automate the cutting process and expand user capabilities through smart factory and Industry 4.0 integration with ERP/MRP systems and a host of other supporting software.” ProNest software has full support for Hypertherm SureCut™ technology, including True Hole ® , Rapid Part™, and True Bevel™, with easy setup and optimised process parameters. Hypertherm is also releasing upgrades to its ProNest LT and ProNest LTS software for lighter production environments. Users with an active software subscription can upgrade to the

HYPERTHERM, a manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, has released ProNest ® 2019, a major version update of its advanced CAD/CAM nesting software for automated cutting. The new release contains more than a dozen new features and enhancements. New features include raster to vector conversion to quickly convert .jpeg and similar images into CAD files for cutting; fly cutting for faster laser cutting on thin material, and the ability to pierce without slowing down or stopping the cutting head; and Design2Fab ® 6 integration, allowing customers who cut sheet metal to access fittings directly from ProNest. Drag rotation enables faster manual nesting and better plate utilisation, especially when nesting around the contours of larger parts. “Regardless of cutting method – plasma, laser, waterjet, oxyfuel or combination punch – ProNest 2019

Hypertherm has launched the updated ProNest software package

new version of their respective product at no additional charge and continue to receive unlimited technical support and other benefits. Hypertherm designs and manu- factures industrial cutting products for use in a variety of industries such as shipbuilding, manufacturing and auto- motive repair. Its product line includes cutting systems, CAM nesting software, robotic software and consumables. Hypertherm Europe BV – Netherlands Website: www.hypertherm.com

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