6. 6
• Capabilities
– NC programming for turret punch presses, contouring laser/flame machines, nibbling and shearing
– References standard punch and form features
– Automatic flat pattern development with bend allowances
– Automatic punch tool selection
– Automatic part nesting
– Accurate material removal simulation
– Full postprocessor generation tools
• Benefits
– Optimizes the machining cycle
– Encourages concurrent engineering
– Flexibility within the machining environment
– Shop floor oriented user interface
CREO MANUFACTURING APPLICATIONS
NC Sheetmetal Option
7. 7
• Select parts to be nested
– Import order via ascii file
– Nest unfolded Creo sheetmetal parts
– Add dxf files
– Add cells of parts (pre-nested)
• Nesting
– Define offsets between parts
– Grain alignment
– Allow part to be fliped
– Allow or restrict rotation angle
– Clustering for advanced nesting
– Allow nesting of small parts in holes of bigger parts
• Automatic nesting on multiple sheets
– if parts do not fit on first sheet.
– shows only 170 out of 333 could be placed
PTC CREO NC SHEETMETAL MANUFACTURING
NC Sheetmetal Option - Nesting
