2D Nesting & Stock Optimization

Optimize material utilization with 2D nesting algorithms. Minimize waste on sheet metal, wood, and composite stock cutting.

Nesting 2d

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Formula

Utilization = part area / stock area (with kerf margin)

Heuristic packing — verify on CAM for production nests.

Shop practice / kerf tables

Assumptions & limits

  • Kerf and grain constraints may reduce real yield
  • Algorithm is for estimate, not certified nest report
AluCalc 2026-07-12