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3D renders and PolyBoard models

Stefan — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:25:18 +0000

Examples of the 3D rendering possibilities within PolyBoard. Many of these models are available within PolyBoard’s Quick Design libraries for easy download and use, optimised for real workshop manufacturing. Click on an image to enlarge. These models serve as good examples of the 3D rendering power of the software, and are dynamically updated as you…

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3D DXF and 3DS output formats

Stefan — Wed, 04 Jan 2023 15:14:18 +0000

As well as producing manufacturing output, it’s possible to export 3D designs from PolyBoard to a rendering package or to a CAD software if you need to further manage your models in a complex environment. Export options are available from the File menu: The 3D output options available are: The 3D export can be of…

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Hardware list export

Stefan — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:39:37 +0000

It’s possible to output a list of all the hardware used in your PolyBoard design as a delimited .txt file. The separator used is a semi colon (;). Here’s a simple cabinet that includes drawer sliders, hinges, Cabineo panel fittings, handles and shelf pegs. To perform the export, go to Cutting list menu > Hardware…

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The measuring tool and dimensioned plans

Stefan — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 08:33:17 +0000

Accurate dimensioned drawings are critical for an efficient production and assembly process. PolyBoard is able to output a range of dimensioned 3D and plan views. You can measure and record specific dimensions that are of interest to you, whether that’s for an individual cabinet or wider project, or automatically toggle on and off dimension displays.…

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ERP export

Stefan — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 07:14:38 +0000

As you design, PolyBoard’s internal cost and materials report is dynamically updated. It’s possible to set a material cost for all your materials used, and also for all hardware (in this case a total hardware cost or split across the fitting itself and machining cost). You can build in %s for labour costs and add…

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PolyBoard to OptiCut integration

Stefan — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:06:57 +0000

OptiCut works as a stand alone cutting optimisation solution. It also has a very good integration with PolyBoard which we’ll show you in this video. Design your furniture project in PolyBoard, output the parts to OptiCut to produce optimised cutting maps for your saw. Now with full grain matching. Set the grain parameter in PolyBoard…

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Numbered parts

Stefan — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 13:07:09 +0000

PolyBoard includes a simple number reference for all parts which is included in the manufacturing output to make the production and assembly process more efficient. Cabinet mode editing window In Cabinet mode, explode your design to view the numbering: ★ Tip ★ To increase the degree of spread in exploded view, drag the slider in…

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Cutting list export

Stefan — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 13:01:42 +0000

To view the cutting list on screen, go to Cutting list menu > Cutting list: ASCII export In addition to outputting the cutting list in PDF format, it can be exported as a: .csv file .txt file To perform this export go to Cutting list menu > ASCII export: You can choose to save the…

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Printing part by part labels

Stefan — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 12:58:00 +0000

Optimisation software like OptiCut and OptiNest will produce the labels for your parts. If you are not using optimisation software to generate labels, or do not have an alternative method for labels you can use PolyBoard’s label feature. A usage example would be export of the cutting list in csv format from PolyBoard to a…

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PolyBoard’s workshop document: cut list, plans and cost report

Stefan — Thu, 28 Jan 2021 12:55:24 +0000

In this video we’ll show you how to print out and modify the cut list, plans and costings for your projects. All this information is included in the workshop document, with the option of adding extra dimensioned view angles of your cabinets. Please note: sample output including the workshop document is available on the PolyBoard…

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