ProNest is the industrys most advanced nesting software solution and delivers best-in-class performance and reliability. With ProNest you will experience flexible integration with your 2D and 3D CAD systems, material cost savings from efficient and powerful nesting, and repeatable results from machine-specific setups that deliver optimized cut quality, productivity, and operating costs. ProNest is also easy to learn and use, incorporating the power to manage the most demanding programming applications for plasma, laser, oxyfuel, and waterjet. ProNest is Power Made Simple!
Performance you can depend on
ProNests comprehensive standard feature-set provides users with the flexibility needed to efficiently program for multiple machines and cut processes (plasma, laser, etc). For example, tool-pathing of CAD files (lead-in/out style and placement, cut direction and sequence, kerfing, etc.) occurs automatically upon import. Part requirements (material and thickness, quantity, quality, grain restrictions, bevel angle, etc.) may also be assigned automatically. Rotate, bump, cluster, copy, array, and other features allow parts to be manually nested with ease. Achieve repeatable, high quality parts using ProNests built-in technologies (variable feedrate control, cut conditions, ramping, sub-routines, etc.) and conveniently share job information with external business systems using available data exchange formats and with machine operators via production reports. Through automation of all stages of the nesting process, completing a job using ProNest will take you less time and will give you better results.
You can increase productivity with ProNest by utilizing one or more of its optional modules, many of which have been developed for use with a specific cut process. Automate your nesting to save programming time and material by adding ProNests True Shape Nesting module. Take advantage of the available productivity tools (common line cutting, chain cutting, collision avoidance, etc.) to reduce operating costs. ProNest offers a broad selection of optional modules that will help you improve profitability at your manufacturing operation. Select the package thats right for your budget and your business now, then add additional modules later, as you need them.

Standard Features
CAD/CAM import, conversion, and part development
Import CAD and CNC files (many file formats)
Import Bill of Materials properties from CAD files
Import part and plate list information from MRP/ERP
Variable shape parts library
Automatic CAD file correction and error notification
Automatic cut direction, sequencing, and tool-pathing
Automatic assignment of material-based lead-in/out
Ability to separate multiple parts from a single CAD file
Ability to edit/delete layers and entities of CAD files
Automatic tabbing technology
Automatic rotation restriction for grain constraint
Advanced edit function for part modification
Interactive manual nesting
User-defined material database and plate list
Edit lead-in/out position and style within the nest
Material-based part, plate, and pierce separation
Advanced cluster and array functionality
Part interference detection
Edge piercing technology
Interactive and automatic plate cropping
Multi-head support
Safe zones for material clamping applications
Automatic and manual nest sequencing
Animated cutting sequence simulation
Material-based process parameters
Material-based cutting techniques
Systems interface, reporting, and costing
User-defined production cost parameters
Automatic part and production cost calculation
Automatic nest utilization calculation
Customizable management and shop reports
Output and communications
Flexible post-processor with advanced NC output (includes subroutines and Hypertherm True Hole technology)
Automatic NC code generation, by part, nest, or job
Pre-piercing, pre-kerfing, and step and repeat
OPTIONAL FEATURES
Automatic nesting modules
Pattern Array Nesting
Rectangular Nesting
True Shape Nesting
Productivity modules
Common Line Cutting
Advanced Common Line Cutting
Chain Cutting
Bridge Cutting
Collision Avoidance
Variable Multi-Head Cutting
Skeleton Cut-Up
PIPE Parametric Fittings
Material and inventory optimization modules
Plate Inventory
Part Inventory and Assembly
Custom Remnants
Nest Background Image
Nesting System Optimization
3D CAD Interface Modules
SolidWorks
Inventor
Pro/ENGINEER
System Interface Modules
Punch/Plasma or Punch/Laser
Rotary Bevel
Rotary Axis
Drill
Manufacturing System