Shapr3D, a intuitive CAD tool, is becoming increasingly important for professionals in design and manufacturing - especially in the woodworking and cabinet-making sectors. A recent innovation allows optimized cut lists to be generated more easily by exporting designs in the OBJ format to a specialized tool called Cutlist Evolution. This article dives into this process.
Your journey begins with crafting your woodworking project in Shapr3D. Thanks to its robust 3D modeling capabilities, Shapr3D enables the creation of detailed and precise virtual models for any woodworking endeavor, such as furniture or cabinetry. It’s important to note that, for compatibility with Cutlist Evolution, your project should be designed with rectangular components only.
After finalizing your design and breaking it down into individual rectangular components, the next step is to export these parts. Shapr3D supports various export formats, including the OBJ format, which is particularly suited for retaining the intricate details of your design.
Exporting is straightforward: select the OBJ format in the export options and save your file, ensuring all necessary components are included.
Cutlist Evolution specializes in generating optimized cut lists. Following the export from Shapr3D, you import the OBJ file into Cutlist Evolution, where the software excels at transforming the 3D model data into a detailed and practical cut list.
What makes Cutlist Evolution outstanding is its ability to take 3D model data and organize it into a comprehensive cut list, detailing dimensions, quantities, and other pertinent information. This step significantly diminishes the manual labor typically associated with cut list creation and enhances precision.
Read the import guide here: Importing from OBJ format.
With your design imported into Cutlist Evolution, you have the opportunity to fine-tune the cut list. The software offers customization options, allowing you to adjust materials and make modifications to meet specific requirements or the limitations of your workshop.
Efficiency and Ease: This streamlined approach to cut list generation simplifies the process, making it quicker and more user-friendly, particularly for those less familiar with complex CAD software features.
Precision and Detail: Exporting in the OBJ format ensures that the detailed design from Shapr3D is accurately reflected in the cut list, providing a thorough and precise overview.
Seamless Workflow: The smooth integration between Shapr3D and Cutlist Evolution optimizes the transition from design to fabrication.
Minimized Manual Effort: Automating the generation of cut lists reduces the risk of human error and the time devoted to manual data entry.
The collaboration between Shapr3D and Cutlist Evolution marks a significant leap forward for professionals in woodworking and cabinet making. This enhanced method not only simplifies the cut list creation but also bolsters accuracy and efficiency, underscoring the importance of leveraging technological advances to improve workflows and maintain competitiveness in an ever-evolving industry.