CNC NBM Technology Engineering Tomorrows Furniture

Nesting software used with respect to CNC Router machines means to explain in simple terms an engine. The engine is an algorithm meaning repetitive functions. The algorithm will output actions such as cutting, sawing, drilling in a predetermined (automatic sequence) or interpreted manually by inputting the action to be performed as decided by the user.

Fabrication process involves automation of actions and when the complete fabrication process includes integration and automation then the package is termed as automatic nesting software. This type of software is preferred when high volume production is required. For example, fabrication of cabinet doors for kitchens is a high volume activity.

From a large sheet the template of two or more sized doors is accommodated so that no part of the raw material is wasted. The sheet is then cut, grooved, engraved and holes drilled for hinges and handle assembly. Thousands of cabinet doors are produced with this methodology.

CNC Routers have added the function of automatic loading of the large sheets of MDF (medium density fiberboard) or solid wood pieces as the case maybe by automatic feeding. When nested software is incorporated into the CNC machine then it is termed as nested based manufacturing (NBM technology). The new terminology for this approach is smart nesting or smart CNC Router technology.

The savings in avoiding scrap and material cost alone will offset the cost of this smart Router application and the advantage of working 24 x 7 with only maintenance stoppages means reduced labor costs.To summarize, nesting software application in CNC routers is the combination of algorithms and machine capability that eventually becomes more than a machine. It can do everything and can be compared to a super intelligent human being that never tires.

OMNI-CNC Routers from China are at the forefront of nested based CNC router manufacturing. They are a lean organization with dedicated technocrats at the helm of research and development enabling them to manufacture affordable CNC routers with nesting software. Presently OMNI CNC has improved on NBM (nested based manufacturing) by venturing into furniture designs such as cabinet doors.

The example of auto-loading function can be seen in the a still capture the process is like this-The sheet is loaded onto the tableThe second sheet is vacuum lifted and ready for CNC operationSee below the nesting work from internet