SigmaNEST’s advanced modules for job tracking, order scheduling and inventory control are ideal for coordination needs of service centers.
SigmaNEST for Fabrication Centers
A few ways SigmaNEST nesting software supports Job Shops/Steel Service Centers
- Flexible color/layer/level mapping of DXF file to quickly clean up CAD files from numerous customers
- Sophisticated nesting and NC pathing for common line cutting
- Quoting module
- Inventory management
- Job console or “just-in-time nesting” on shop floor
- Color Offload for easy identification of mixed work orders
Service Center Customers Include




American Steel (U.S.)
Job Tracking/Scheduling
- Automated nesting task set up
- Integrated order database
- Combine work orders for scrap reduction
- Automatic part quantity tracking
- Part production scheduling
- Work order status reporting
Inventory Control
- Integrated stock and remnant material database
- Comprehensive remnant database
- Event-based inventory consumption tracking
- Graphical plate history and traceability, including sheet number, dimensions, material grade, heat number, etc.
- Inventory status and cost reporting
- Import/export capabilities
Motion Optimization
Material Utilization
Part Quality
For punch machines, SigmaNEST offers the option for “auto dynamic” nesting to tool and nest parts at the same time. Common-line punching, automatic and interactive repositioning, tabbing and drop-door capabilities are among the other key punch features.