Everything You Need to Cut Smarter
CutWize isn't just a calculator. It's a complete workshop companion designed to save you time, material, and money. See our cutting optimiser in action → Or read our blog for tips and guides.
Cutting Plan Management
Create dedicated cutting plans for every material type you use. Set custom blade thickness (kerf), waste thresholds, and standard stock lengths specific to aluminum, timber, or steel.
Smart Optimization Algorithm
Our multi-phase First-Fit Decreasing algorithm intelligently prioritizes offcuts first, then available stock, ensuring you always use the most efficient material for every job.
Three Cutting Modes
Whether you're cutting linear lengths (bars, pipes), 2D sheets (plywood with grain direction support, glass), or rolls (fabric, vinyl), CutWize has a specialized optimizer mode ready for you.
Grain Direction & Rotation Control
CutWize strictly respects grain direction constraints for plywood, veneer, and other directional materials to ensure parts are always cut the correct way. Control piece rotation effortlessly.
T-1-11 Siding Optimization
Easily handle T-1-11 siding sheets (4×8, 4×9, 4×10) with exact groove alignment for residential construction. Check out our dedicated T-1-11 Siding Calculator.
Real-Time Cut Tracking
Take your tablet to the saw. Mark cuts as completed in real-time as you work through the list. No more printed papers getting lost or confusing checkmarks.
Stock & Offcut Management
Track your inventory effortlessly. Manage full-length bars from suppliers alongside reusable offcuts. The system automatically suggests using offcuts before new stock.
PDF & CSV Export
Need to hand a list to an operator or import data into another system? Generate professional PDF cut lists or detailed CSV exports with a single click.
Team Collaboration
Business plans allow multiple team members to share cutting plans and stock. An admin can set up the job in the office, and the workshop team sees it instantly.
Usage Analytics
Gain insights into your material usage. Track how many cuts you make, how much waste you're generating, and identify opportunities for further efficiency.
Paste from Excel
Copy cut lists, stock items, or pattern names from any spreadsheet and paste them directly into CutWize. Switch from other tools or start a new project in seconds — no manual re-entry needed.
Sheet Overlays
Visualize plywood grain direction, T-1-11 siding groove patterns, and security screen mesh layouts directly on your cutting patterns. Ensure correct alignment before you cut.
Fine-Tuned Control for Every Material
Every cutting plan comes with 15+ configurable settings — not a toy, a professional tool.
All Material Types
- Standard Lengths / Sheet Sizes / Roll Sizes Preset dimensions for quick stock entry
- Cost per Length, Sheet, or Roll (Used for stocktake value calculations)
- Blade Thickness (Kerf allowance per cut)
- End-of-Length Allowance (Buffer per rough end)
- Minimum Offcut Size (Smallest piece to return to stock)
- Stock Code (For supplier ordering)
- Supplier Name (Track material sources)
- Stocktake Threshold % (Min % of full stock required for stocktake count)
Rolls & Sheets Only
- Stack to Near Side or Far Side (Control cut alignment direction)
- Auto Cut Rotation — Ability to disable for grain-matched materials or fabrics
- Stagger Cutting (Align for guillotine/linear cutting)
- Guillotine Cutting (Straight-through cut lines)
- Pattern Overlays — T-1-11 siding grooves, plywood grain, security screen mesh
- Genetic Algorithm (Advanced optimization for complex jobs)
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