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Imge Nesting

Optimize material usage — advanced nesting algorithms minimize scrap rates and reduce cutting costs.

Nesting

Imge Nesting

Imge Nesting is a professional nesting software that automates cutting plan optimization for sheet metal, wood, glass, acrylic and composite panels using mathematical optimization algorithms. It maximizes material efficiency by packing even irregular shapes onto sheets as densely as possible.

Real-time efficiency calculation, remnant management and multi-sheet optimization reduce production planning time. Integration with Imge CAD/CAM enables a direct workflow from design to cutting program on a single platform.

Machine-specific toolpath rules for laser, plasma, waterjet, router and press — combined with common-line cutting support — ensure the optimum NC program is delivered directly to your CNC machine.

Imge Nesting

Key Features

What makes this solution powerful.

Advanced Bin-Packing Algorithm

Handles irregular, nested and rotated part geometries with configurable rotation angles (0°, 90°, 180°, 270° or free) and mirroring options to minimize scrap.

Multi-Sheet & Multi-Order Optimization

Sheets of different sizes, thicknesses and materials are optimized simultaneously. Parts from multiple orders are combined and distributed across sheets for maximum efficiency.

Remnant (Offcut) Tracking

Leftover sheet pieces are automatically added to the remnant library after cutting. The system prioritizes these remnants in subsequent orders, reducing raw sheet consumption.

Common-Line Cutting

Adjacent parts share a single cut line, eliminating tool retraction distance. Cutting time and consumable wear are significantly reduced.

CNC Machine Integration

Machine-specific GCode / NC output generated for laser, plasma, waterjet, oxy-fuel and router. Toolpath simulation detects collisions and boundary violations before sending to machine.

Wide File Format Support

DXF, DWG, STEP, IGES, SVG and PDF drawings are imported directly. Single-click part geometry transfer from Imge CAD or SolidWorks.

Material Library & Cutting Parameters

Custom kerf values, minimum part spacing and corner tolerances are defined per material type and thickness. Parameter library grows as new materials are added.

Real-Time Efficiency Analytics

Material utilization percentage, total scrap area, part count and estimated cutting time are reported instantly. Multiple nesting scenarios can be compared.

3D Sheet Metal Unfolding

3D sheet metal parts designed in Imge CAD are automatically converted to 2D flat patterns. Bend allowance and K-factor calculations are built in.

Batch Work Orders & ERP Integration

Work orders from SCIENTA ERP are automatically imported with part lists. Completed cutting plans feed back to ERP for inventory deduction and production progress tracking.

Advanced Capabilities

Enterprise-grade features and integrations.

Any Geometry, Any Material

Works with rectangular sheets, cylindrical tubes and irregular raw material geometries. Supports sheet metal, aluminium, stainless steel, MDF, glass and polymer panels.

Order-Based Prioritization

Urgent orders are queued at the top; the system places high-priority parts first and fills remaining area with other orders.

Multi-Machine Support

Multiple CNC machines can be defined; the system automatically assigns parts based on part size, material type and machine capacity.

On-Demand & Batch Modes

On-demand mode for urgent single-part cuts; batch optimization mode covering full-day or weekly orders for production planning.

Benefits & Use Cases

Measurable value for your organization.

15–30% Material Savings

Advanced algorithm reduces scrap rates by an average of 15–30% compared to manual nesting, directly lowering raw material procurement costs.

Near-Zero NC Programming Time

While manual nesting and NC programming can take hours, Imge Nesting produces an optimized plan and machine program in minutes.

Remnant Waste Eliminated

Remnant tracking and reuse reduces the inventory of unused partial sheets, lowering warehouse and material costs.

Cutting Error Prevention

Toolpath simulation detects collisions and out-of-boundary cuts before the program is sent to the machine, minimizing scrap parts and machine downtime.

Closed-Loop Manufacturing with ERP

The entire process — from work order to cutting plan, from cutting to inventory deduction — is managed in an integrated and traceable way with ERP.

Implementation & Adoption

End-to-end support for seamless integration.

01

Import Part Geometries

Import part geometries from DXF/DWG, STEP or Imge CAD. Define kerf allowance, rotation permission and priority.

02

Select Sheet & Machine

Choose sheet size and thickness from the material library and the cutting machine from the machine list. Kerf and tolerance values are applied automatically.

03

Run Optimization

Launch optimization with one click. The system calculates the most efficient layout in seconds and presents the efficiency report and comparative scenarios.

04

Send to CNC & Produce

Send the approved GCode or NC output to the machine. Remnants are automatically added to the library after cutting, and ERP inventory is updated.

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A. Okursoy — Okursoy Metal

Lost time on our sheet metal processing lines has dropped to a minimum. The BilTAY MES integration was completed far faster than we expected.

İ. S. Kılıç — Mes Sac

On our digital transformation journey, BilTAY's combined software + consulting support was invaluable. We took the right steps in the right order.

M. Yılmaz — Rena Mechatronics

We digitized both our industrial operations and our technical training infrastructure with BilTAY's solutions. Two different worlds, one ecosystem.

A. Duloğlo — Grau Industry

We achieved real-time visibility and production-planning integration in our machining operations with BilTAY. Our workflow became far more predictable.

M. Karav — Tusa Machinery

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F. Özcan — Bafa Defense

ProCOST MES gave us real-time visibility on the production floor. We can now instantly see the status of every machine on the line.

S. Ak — Akar Machinery

Having ERP, MES, and production tracking work together under one roof completely eliminated manual data transfer. BilTAY NexUS truly delivers an integrated ecosystem.

M. Cambazoğlu — U.S.O. Exhaust

BilTAY's holistic approach to education and technology made a real difference in the digital transformation of our technical college.

B. Seğmen — EOSB Technical College

BilTAY designs and delivers smart factory solutions with offices across Turkey — Eskişehir, Istanbul, Ankara and Gaziantep.

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With BilTAY NexUS, we now manage production, sales, and inventory on a single platform. Data-driven decision making has become part of our daily routine.

K. Uçar — Karcan Cutting Tools

After our move to SCIENTA ERP, our operational load dropped significantly. The BilTAY team behaved like a true business partner throughout the entire transition.

L. Sever — Beybi Safety

Since we started working with BilTAY, we've seen significant improvements in production planning. We feel the difference of data-driven decisions every day.

A. Okursoy — Okursoy Metal

Lost time on our sheet metal processing lines has dropped to a minimum. The BilTAY MES integration was completed far faster than we expected.

İ. S. Kılıç — Mes Sac

On our digital transformation journey, BilTAY's combined software + consulting support was invaluable. We took the right steps in the right order.

M. Yılmaz — Rena Mechatronics

We digitized both our industrial operations and our technical training infrastructure with BilTAY's solutions. Two different worlds, one ecosystem.

A. Duloğlo — Grau Industry

We achieved real-time visibility and production-planning integration in our machining operations with BilTAY. Our workflow became far more predictable.

M. Karav — Tusa Machinery

Finding software that meets the strict quality requirements of the defense industry isn't easy. BilTAY proved to be a genuine solution partner in this field.

F. Özcan — Bafa Defense

ProCOST MES gave us real-time visibility on the production floor. We can now instantly see the status of every machine on the line.

S. Ak — Akar Machinery

Having ERP, MES, and production tracking work together under one roof completely eliminated manual data transfer. BilTAY NexUS truly delivers an integrated ecosystem.

M. Cambazoğlu — U.S.O. Exhaust

BilTAY's holistic approach to education and technology made a real difference in the digital transformation of our technical college.

B. Seğmen — EOSB Technical College

BilTAY designs and delivers smart factory solutions with offices across Turkey — Eskişehir, Istanbul, Ankara and Gaziantep.

learn more about our 20+ years of experience and our vision for Industry 4.0