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5.5.1.2 Keeping old Run Folders (Static Nests)
In the case that nests that have been created in the past and will be ran over and
over at the machine, this means that static nesting will be utilized and old run
folders will need to be saved. Run folders are perfect for static nests, but the
only thing that is needed is to remember which run folder is the actual old nest.
This can be done two ways- rename the run folder or write down the run
number in a log.
The actual run number folder can be renamed within the windows environment
to either a customer name or Order ID. When adding this folder back into NC
Express, the folder will need to be renamed back to it’s original run number ID.
The original ID of the run folder can be found by opening the renamed folder
and viewing the .nst file name, the first three numbers are always the original
run folder name.
A log can also be kept to track run numbers per customer nest or Order ID.
5.5.2 Notes
After a nest has been created and parts have been nested the notes field of the nest
properties will allow entry. A note for a nest is used to output within the report.
Nest notes are used to specify special instructions for the operator, if needed.
5.5.3 Die Clearances
The die clearances within the setup of a nest are the same values used for each
material type and thickness for part setup. If the values are changed within the nest
environment the changes are made globally throughout the system.
5.6 Automatic Nesting (Exercise)
The following will demonstrate the fundamentals of nesting within NC Express. The
basic functions of finding a suitable nest will be shown.
5.6.1 Exercise 1- Single part nest
The following exercise will be nesting AutotoolSA.cp part from the Autotool
exercise. The process will show how to nest a single part modifying options within
the nest dialog to find an optimal outcome.
Before starting the exercise there are a few steps to follow to properly run the
exercise.
Step 1: Setup plates within the Plates Database
a. Add two plates for material used for AutotoolSA.cp.- 80”x40”
(2000mmx1000mm) & 100”x50” (2500mmx1250mm).
(Opening the Parts Database and searching for the part within the list
can find Material used for part, then viewing the material type and
thickness.)
b. Use a priority of 5 for 100x50 and priority of 4 for 80x40 plates.
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