Sheet Cutting Optimizer
Arrange rectangular parts across sheets with kerf, edge trim, quantities and optional 90° rotation.
Advanced stock sizes, imports and professional reports.
PackMize Pro is planned at €6.99/month. The free rectangular sheet optimizer stays available.
How the sheet cutting optimizer works
The V1 expands your requested quantities into rectangular pieces, applies a conservative kerf allowance, then runs several sorting orders and MaxRects-style placement heuristics. The result using the fewest sheets and best placement score is selected.
What “waste” means here
Material utilization is calculated from the actual requested piece area divided by the full area of the sheets used. Kerf, trims and unusable spaces therefore remain outside the useful-part area.
Frequently asked questions
What cutting problem does this tool solve?
The V1 solves rectangular 2D sheet packing. It places rectangular pieces into rectangular sheets and tests multiple deterministic heuristics.
Does kerf reduce available material?
Yes. The optimizer reserves the entered blade or cut width between packed pieces using a conservative spacing model.
Is this a CNC nesting program?
No. It produces planning layouts for rectangular pieces. It does not generate machine toolpaths or irregular-shape nesting.