Cutting Optimiser Software for Workshops, CNC & Manufacturers
CutWize is a cutting optimiser that helps woodworking shops, CNC workshops, and manufacturers reduce scrap, save time, and plan cuts efficiently. Whether you're working with aluminium, plywood, MDF, sheet metal, or timber, CutWize calculates the optimal cutting order so you get the most out of every material sheet. You can even paste cut lists directly from Excel.
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What Is a Cutting Optimiser?
A cutting optimiser (also known as cutlist software or a cutlist optimizer) calculates efficient ways to cut your stock material while accounting for real workshop constraints. Instead of manually planning cuts on spreadsheets or paper, CutWize lets you:
- Enter your stock sizes
- Enter the parts or patterns you need
- Automatically calculate the best cut sequence
CutWize also supports sheet overlays to help you visualize plywood grain direction, T-1-11 siding, and security screens directly on your generated cutting layouts.
The result? Less scrap, fewer mistakes, and faster workflow.
How CutWize Reduces Material Waste
Material waste is a hidden cost in every workshop. With CutWize, you can:
- Optimise cutting order – automatically determines which cuts to make first.
- Combine offcuts – reuse leftover pieces efficiently.
- Plan multiple patterns – manage several jobs at once.
The result depends on your materials and cut lists, but CutWize gives you a clear plan and keeps usable offcuts available for future jobs.
Cutting Optimiser for Woodworking
Whether you build cabinets, furniture, or panels, CutWize helps woodworking shops as a powerful plywood cutting calculator:
- Reduce plywood, MDF, and timber scrap
- Plan sheet layouts quickly
- Track leftover pieces for future jobs
No more guessing which cut to make first — plan faster and make better use of your stock.
Cutting Optimiser for CNC & Manufacturing
For CNC and fabrication shops needing a steel & aluminium cutting calculator, CutWize handles:
- Sheet metal nesting
- MDF, plywood, and timber sheets
- Multi-job optimisation
- Quick updates when new stock arrives
Cutting Optimiser vs Manual Planning
Manual planning often leads to common cutting layout mistakes:
- High scrap rates
- Time wasted figuring out the best order
- Mistakes on busy jobs
CutWize automatically generates the most efficient cutting sequence, so your staff can focus on production instead of planning.
How It Works (Step-by-Step)
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Enter your stock sizes
- 2
Enter the patterns or pieces you need
- 3
Add constraints if needed (e.g., offcuts you want to reuse)
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CutWize calculates the optimal sequence
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Export or print your cut list
It's simple, fast, and designed for workshops of all sizes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Looking for something more specific? Try our cut list optimizer for dedicated layout generation, our cut list calculator for quick material planning, or browse our guide on how to create a cut list.
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CutWize is fast, simple, and designed for real workshops. Start reducing scrap, saving time, and optimising cuts immediately to improve your workshop efficiency.
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