NC Generator

MasterShip CAD/CAM Software translates a concept design into production (lofting) information
and is fully integrated with the latest AutoCAD versions. MasterShip consists of four Generators
and an integrated SQL database Organiser. NC Generator translates all your parts into produc-
tion information. In connection with Parts Generator and Organiser, it nests the parts efficiently
and guarantees problem-free control of all types of cutting machines.

Nesting of parts

NC Generator nests large numbers of parts in several plates

simultaneously. Standard or remnant plates are selected from the
external SQL database Organiser. To create the tightest part nesting
you can nest in three ways: automatically, semi automatically and
manually or choose a combination.

The unique nesting algorithm is especially developed to handle

complex shapes typical in shipbuilding. It can nest small parts in
cutouts of larger parts to avoid material waste.

By minimizing the waste percentage and the re-use of remnant

plates, NC Generator realises important savings in material and
cost.

NC Generator also nests parts in wooden plates like moulds for

expansions and parts for interiors.

Defining cutting order

After nesting NC-Generator determines the cutting order

and in-lead direction of the cutting machine automatically or
manually. An option for cutting bridges is available.

Ship Assistant is a module that automates several repeat

tasks that occur in projects with a larger number of plates.

During creation of the cutting order, inleads of the burning

torch are added at 90°. Optimization can be done automati-
cally but manual modification of inleads is always possible.

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Postprocessing of nested plates

NC Generator generates the final cutting, marking, plotting or milling code.

When typical shipbuilding curves are to be cut, intermediate points are auto-
matically interpolated. This ensures that cut lines remain fairing lines.

A simulation of the NC code carries out a final control to prevent incorrect

cutting, plotting or milling. The program also provides cutting, marking and
rapid-line length information.

Generating reports with Organiser

A burning template is generated for each plate providing

process information for the machine operator.

Typical reports of Organiser include the total weight of a

specific material used, all parts from a production unit of the
ship, all plates with their nested parts, cutting and marking
lengths and waste percentage.

NC Generator Functions
Nesting of parts
Nest semi or fully automatically
Nest manually, with minimum distance check
Nest smaller parts in cut outs of larger parts
Store plates and/or attached information in Organiser database
Store remnant plates in Organiser database
Postprocessing of nested plates
Generate cutting, plotting, marking and milling code for parts
Simulate NC code
Automatic interpolation of intermediate points of fairing curves
Generate plotting code for 1:1 lofting floors
Generate material lists, cutting, marking and rapid-line lengths

Defining cutting order Generating reports with Organiser

Determine cutting order automatically or manually
Edit cutting order
Automate repeat tasks with Ship Assistant
Cut bridges between parts
Automatic or manual optimization of torch inleads
Burning template with information for machine operator
Reports on weights, cutting length, waste, plates, parts etc
Reports per production unit

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