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[[File:quadroparametriottimizzazione.png|thumb|right|500px|The optimization parameters panel]]  
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[[File:quadroparametriottimizzazione.png|thumb|right|500px|The optimization parameters window]]
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{{NB|To access this panel in Opera Order Management: in the ''Archives'' menu, select the ''Profiles'' button and, in the following panel, click on the [[Image:tastoottimizza.png]] button}}
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{{NB|To access this window in Opera Job Management: from the ''Archives'' menu, select the ''Profiles'' button and, in the following window, press the [[Image:tastoottimizza.png]] button.}}
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The purpose of this panel is to allow some customization of the optimization process.
 
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== Section 1: settings for adding bars ==
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The function of this window is to allow a type of customization of the optimization.
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== Section 1 - settings for increasing bars ==
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*'''Bar increase''': if selected, allows you to automatically increase the number of bars to be ordered in order to obtain additional material.
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**By enabling this option, the ''Increase'' field is also enabled, where it is possible to enter a custom percentage.
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**This function is generally used to allow for offcuts, processing waste, or reserve material.
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*'''Increase''': field for entering the additional bar increase percentage.
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**The value must be entered without the ''%'' symbol.
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**The percentage entered in this field is applied to the bar requirement calculated by the program.
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**Example:
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***bars calculated by the program: ''50''
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***value entered in the ''Increase'' field: ''10''
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***total bars ordered: ''55''
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{{NB|If only the ''Bar increase'' option is selected without filling in the ''Increase'' field, the program automatically uses the percentage defined in the [[Colors archive]]. If both the '''Increase''' field and the '''Bar increase''' field in the [[Colors archive]] are filled in, the latter will have priority in the material calculation.}}
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{{NB|This function is different from the ''Bar increase'' field in the [[Job profile management]] window. In the optimization parameters, the increase is applied as a general optimization rule and may affect both the job bill of materials and the warehouse bill of materials. In the job profile management window, instead, the increase is applied manually only to the selected profile of the current job.}}
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{{NB|The effects of these changes will be visible in the job bill of materials and/or in the warehouse bill of materials.}}
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== Section 2: parameters for cutting profiles and leftovers ==
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== Section 2 - parameters for cutting the profile and offcuts ==
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*'''Always at 90°''': If this option is selected, it tells the program that the profile must always be cut at 90°.
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*'''Always at 90°''': If selected, it indicates to the program that the profile must always be cut at 90°.
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*'''Cut step''': In this field, you can set a measurement in mm to define the increment for the cutting dimension.
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*'''Cutting step''': in this field it is possible to set a measurement in mm to indicate the steps for the cutting dimension.
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*'''Reversible''': Tells the program whether the profile is reversible or not. The reversibility property of a profile, valid for Z-shaped profiles, means that it can be used the same way even if flipped. This property will be used by the program during optimized cutting to avoid generating unnecessary waste.
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*'''Reversible''': Indicates to the program whether the profile is reversible or not. The reversibility property of a profile, valid for Z profiles, applies when it can be used in the same way even when turned upside down. This property will be used by the program in the optimized cutting calculation, avoiding the production of useless offcuts.
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File:profiloz.png|Example of a reversible profile
File:profiloz.png|Example of a reversible profile
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File:barrareversibile.png|Example of an optimized bar with a reversible profile
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File:barrareversibile.png|Example of an optimized bar with reversible profile
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File:barrareversibile2.png|Example of an optimized bar with a NON-reversible profile
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File:barrareversibile2.png|Example of an optimized bar with NON-reversible profile
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*'''Symmetrical''': Profile symmetrical with respect to the inner and outer surfaces
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*'''Symmetrical''': Symmetrical profile, with respect to the internal and external surface.
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*'''Minimum waste''': Minimum length of scrap in profile optimization
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*'''Min. waste for scraps''': Minimum length of scrap in segment optimization
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*'''Min. piece''': Minimum reusable segment length. The ''Auto'' option means the profile will use the value defined in the cutting parameters; see also the [[Cut]], in the [[Manuale_di_Opera_Gestione_Commesse#Section_7_:_Atelier|Opera Order Management Manual - Section 7: Workshop]].
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*'''Cut priority''': Position of the order for the cut
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*'''Min. waste''': this is the minimum waste length in profile optimization.
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*'''No ID code''': Does not generate an identification code for this profile in technical drawings
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*'''Force bars together''': Enabling this option forces the program to always optimize by cutting grouped bars, even when a single bar would suffice; the optimization will then be displayed as shown in the following images depending on the chosen option.
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*'''Min. offcut waste''': this is the minimum waste length in offcut optimization.
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*'''Min. offcut''': This is the value of the minimum reusable offcut. The ''Auto'' specification indicates that the profile will use the value set in the cutting parameters; see also the [[Cutting parameters]] chapter, in the [[Opera_Job_Management_Manual#Section_7:_the_Workshop_menu|Opera Job Management Manual - Section 7: the Workshop menu]].
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*'''Cut ord.''': this is the cutting order position.
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*'''No ID code:''': does not generate an identification code for this profile in the technical printouts.
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*'''Force bars together''': Enabling this checkbox forces the program to optimize by always cutting the bars grouped together, even when using a single bar would be sufficient. The optimization will therefore be printed as shown in the following images, depending on the setting.
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|[[File:taglioott.png|thumb|left|300px|Example of optimized cutting with 1 grouped piece and the Force bars together option disabled]]
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|[[File:taglioott.png|thumb|left|300px|Example of optimized cutting with 1 grouped piece and the Force bars together checkbox disabled]]
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|[[File:taglioott2.png|thumb|left|300px|Example of optimized cutting with 2 grouped pieces and the Force bars together option enabled]]
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|[[File:taglioott2.png|thumb|left|300px|Example of optimized cutting with 2 grouped pieces and the Force bars together checkbox enabled]]
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*'''No. of assembled parts''': Enabling these fields (available if the previous option is selected) allows optimization of multiple bars together in the same list. If bars must be cut to identical sizes, simply specify the quantity here. This function is very useful for profiles traditionally cut in groups, such as shutter slats or glazing beads.
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*'''No. grouped pieces''': Setting these boxes, active if the previous option is selected, makes it possible to optimize the cutting of multiple bars together in the same list. If there are bars that must be cut to identical measurements, it is sufficient to specify the quantity in this box. This function is very useful for profiles that are traditionally cut grouped together, such as shutter slats or glazing beads.
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*'''Use scraps''': This field manages the segments for this profile when optimizing profile cutting from the Opera Warehouse. It activates if, in the Warehouse print settings, the '''Selected only''' field is chosen.
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*'''Use offcuts''': this field allows offcut management for this profile, when managing Profile cutting optimization from the Opera Warehouse. It is enabled if the '''Selected only''' field is selected in the Warehouse print setup.
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*'''Reusable scrap''': For Stock Management users, this function defines the minimum size of a reusable segment, different from the standard size defined in the [[Cut|cutting parameters]].
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*'''Reusable offcut''': For those who use Warehouse Management, this function allows you to determine the minimum size of reusable offcut, which differs from the standard size set in the [[Cutting parameters]].
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*'''Do not divide long pieces''': Enabling this option tells the program not to split long pieces across different bars during optimization.
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*'''Do not distribute long pieces''': Enabling this field tells the program not to distribute long pieces across different bars in the optimization.
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*'''Alert on long pieces''': Enabling this field will display an error message in the printouts if long pieces are found.
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*'''Warning on long pieces''': Enabling this field will provide an error message in the printouts in the case of long pieces.
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*'''Unique label for groups''': This field tells the program to generate a single label for grouped cut pieces, useful for shutter slats, glazing beads, etc.
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*'''Single package label''': This field tells the program to generate a single label for the grouped cut pieces, useful in the case of shutter slats, glazing beads, etc.
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== Section 3 - parameters for the optimization type ==
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== Section 3: optimization parameters ==
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[[File:tipoottimizzazione.png|thumb|right|Optimization type selection menu]]
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*'''Optimization type'''[[File:frecciagiu.png]]: This field opens a drop-down menu where it is possible to set the optimization type to apply to the profile.
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*'''Type'''[[File:frecciagiu.png]]: This field allows you to choose the optimization type among the following:
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:;'''None''': By setting this option, optimization will never be performed.
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:;'''Normal''': By setting this option, optimization will be performed by carrying out the necessary steps to obtain the best cutting system. Recommended setting.
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:;'''Fast''': By setting this option, optimization will be performed as quickly as possible to obtain the best cutting system. However, this setting may not provide satisfactory results.
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:;'''Optimize bar''': Allows the bars to be optimized without considering the standard profile length, but based on the lengths set individually for the profiles in the archive. Review the [[Optimization_parameters|Optimization parameters]] section in Section 1, Profiles archive chapter, the [[File:tastoottimizza.png]] button.
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:;'''Length''': If it is not essential to maximize bar usage and you prefer to prioritize cutting speed, this option allows the cuts to be performed by ordering the pieces by length, from longest to shortest. In any case, the remaining part of the bar will be completed with a cut compatible with the length still available.
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:;'''Single length''': In this case too, optimization is performed by length, ordering the pieces from longest to shortest. However, the remaining part of the bar is not “filled”: it remains empty, so as to ensure a continuous cutting sequence, without inserting intermediate pieces.
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:;'''List''': Optimization is generated by calculating the values of the list loaded in the Profiles archive, again through the [[Optimization_parameters|Optimization parameters]] function [[File:tastoottimizza.png]].
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:;'''Job position''': Optimization is generated by taking into account the position within the job. In any case, the remaining part of the bar will be completed with a cut compatible with the length still available.
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:;'''Single job position''': Optimization is generated by taking into account the position within the job. However, the remaining part of the bar is not “filled”: it remains empty, so as to ensure a continuous cutting sequence by position.
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{{NB|The function resumes the one already present in the [[Job_archive#Technical_data|Job]], where it is possible to define which optimization to perform. See also the [[Cutting parameters#Optimization_parameters_for_cutting_lists|Cutting parameters]] chapter in the Workshop menu.}}
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== Section 4: parameters for bar lengths ==
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== Section 4 - parameters for bar lengths ==
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:;'''Interval'''
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*'''Bar length selection'''[[File:frecciagiu.png]]: In this field it is possible to choose the optimization type from the following:
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:Selecting this type of optimization activates the fields '''Min. bar length, Max. bar length, Step''', where you can define a minimum and maximum bar length available from the supplier, as well as a variation step for optimization. The program will then determine the best bar length to use.
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[[File:taglioott3.png|thumb|right|300px|Example of piece-by-piece optimized cutting]]
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:;'''Range'''
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:By choosing this optimization type, the '''Min. bar length, Max. bar length, Step''' fields are enabled, where it is possible to determine a minimum and maximum profile measurement made available by the supplier, and a measurement change step in optimization. With this setting, the program detects the best bar size to use.
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[[File:taglioott3.png|thumb|right|300px|Example of cut-to-size optimization]]
:;'''List'''
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:This type activates the '''Bar length''' field and allows you to create a list of maximum bar lengths provided by the supplier. The program analyzes these lengths to determine the most suitable one for optimization.
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:This optimization type enables the '''Bar length''' fields and allows you to create a list of maximum bar length measurements made available by the supplier. These measurements are analyzed by the program, which detects the best bar size to order during optimization.
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:;'''By piece'''
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:;'''Cut to size'''
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:This type of optimization allows ordering material according to the actual length used.<br/>
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:This optimization type allows you to optimize and therefore order the material based on the actual usage measurement.<br/>
:;'''Cut'''
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:This type creates a piece-by-piece optimization based on the actual cut length, with no waste.<br/>(see also how to configure the [[Cut|cutting parameters]])<br/>
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:This optimization type allows you to create cut-to-size optimization according to the actual cutting measurement, without any type of waste.<br/>
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(see also how to set the [[Cutting parameters|cutting parameters]])<br/>
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== Section 5: message management ==
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== Section 5 - message management ==
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*'''Message''': in this field it is possible to enter a message relating to the optimized profile, which will be displayed in the '''Complete diagrams''' and in the '''Diagrams and profiles'''.
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*'''Message''': In this field, you can insert a note related to the optimized profile that will be displayed in '''Complete diagrams''' and '''Diagram and profiles'''.
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*'''Profile prefix''': this field allows you to customize the codes that appear in the cutting lists, for profile recognition.
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*'''Profiles prefix''': This field allows customization of the codes that appear in the cutting sheets, making profiles easier to recognize.
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== Section 5: panels management ==
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== Section 6 - panel management ==
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*'''Source panel''' [[File:tastoc.png]]: by selecting the associated button, the '''Accessory selection''' window opens, where it is possible to choose the panel from which to obtain the profile.
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*'''Cut panels into parts''': if a source panel has been selected, this field is enabled and, if selected, allows cuts to be generated for panels in parts.
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*'''Source panel''' [[File:tastoc.png]]: Clicking the associated button opens the '''Accessories Selection''' window, where you can choose the panel to obtain the profile from.
 
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*'''Cut from panel''': If a source panel has been chosen, this field is enabled and, when checked, allows generating panel cuts by sections.
 
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Revision as of 09:51, 28 May 2026

The optimization parameters window
Note N.B: To access this window in Opera Job Management: from the Archives menu, select the Profiles button and, in the following window, press the Image:tastoottimizza.png button.


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The function of this window is to allow a type of customization of the optimization.


Contents

Section 1 - settings for increasing bars

  • Bar increase: if selected, allows you to automatically increase the number of bars to be ordered in order to obtain additional material.
    • By enabling this option, the Increase field is also enabled, where it is possible to enter a custom percentage.
    • This function is generally used to allow for offcuts, processing waste, or reserve material.
  • Increase: field for entering the additional bar increase percentage.
    • The value must be entered without the % symbol.
    • The percentage entered in this field is applied to the bar requirement calculated by the program.
    • Example:
      • bars calculated by the program: 50
      • value entered in the Increase field: 10
      • total bars ordered: 55
Note N.B: If only the Bar increase option is selected without filling in the Increase field, the program automatically uses the percentage defined in the Colors archive. If both the Increase field and the Bar increase field in the Colors archive are filled in, the latter will have priority in the material calculation.
Note N.B: This function is different from the Bar increase field in the Job profile management window. In the optimization parameters, the increase is applied as a general optimization rule and may affect both the job bill of materials and the warehouse bill of materials. In the job profile management window, instead, the increase is applied manually only to the selected profile of the current job.
Note N.B: The effects of these changes will be visible in the job bill of materials and/or in the warehouse bill of materials.


Section 2 - parameters for cutting the profile and offcuts

  • Always at 90°: If selected, it indicates to the program that the profile must always be cut at 90°.
  • Cutting step: in this field it is possible to set a measurement in mm to indicate the steps for the cutting dimension.
  • Reversible: Indicates to the program whether the profile is reversible or not. The reversibility property of a profile, valid for Z profiles, applies when it can be used in the same way even when turned upside down. This property will be used by the program in the optimized cutting calculation, avoiding the production of useless offcuts.

Example of a reversible profile

Example of an optimized bar with reversible profile

Example of an optimized bar with NON-reversible profile

  • Symmetrical: Symmetrical profile, with respect to the internal and external surface.
  • Min. waste: this is the minimum waste length in profile optimization.
  • Min. offcut waste: this is the minimum waste length in offcut optimization.
  • Cut ord.: this is the cutting order position.
  • No ID code:: does not generate an identification code for this profile in the technical printouts.
  • Force bars together: Enabling this checkbox forces the program to optimize by always cutting the bars grouped together, even when using a single bar would be sufficient. The optimization will therefore be printed as shown in the following images, depending on the setting.
Example of optimized cutting with 1 grouped piece and the Force bars together checkbox disabled
Example of optimized cutting with 2 grouped pieces and the Force bars together checkbox enabled


  • No. grouped pieces: Setting these boxes, active if the previous option is selected, makes it possible to optimize the cutting of multiple bars together in the same list. If there are bars that must be cut to identical measurements, it is sufficient to specify the quantity in this box. This function is very useful for profiles that are traditionally cut grouped together, such as shutter slats or glazing beads.
  • Use offcuts: this field allows offcut management for this profile, when managing Profile cutting optimization from the Opera Warehouse. It is enabled if the Selected only field is selected in the Warehouse print setup.
  • Reusable offcut: For those who use Warehouse Management, this function allows you to determine the minimum size of reusable offcut, which differs from the standard size set in the Cutting parameters.
  • Do not distribute long pieces: Enabling this field tells the program not to distribute long pieces across different bars in the optimization.
  • Warning on long pieces: Enabling this field will provide an error message in the printouts in the case of long pieces.
  • Single package label: This field tells the program to generate a single label for the grouped cut pieces, useful in the case of shutter slats, glazing beads, etc.


Section 3 - parameters for the optimization type

Optimization type selection menu
  • Optimization typeFile:frecciagiu.png: This field opens a drop-down menu where it is possible to set the optimization type to apply to the profile.
None
By setting this option, optimization will never be performed.
Normal
By setting this option, optimization will be performed by carrying out the necessary steps to obtain the best cutting system. Recommended setting.
Fast
By setting this option, optimization will be performed as quickly as possible to obtain the best cutting system. However, this setting may not provide satisfactory results.
Optimize bar
Allows the bars to be optimized without considering the standard profile length, but based on the lengths set individually for the profiles in the archive. Review the Optimization parameters section in Section 1, Profiles archive chapter, the File:tastoottimizza.png button.
Length
If it is not essential to maximize bar usage and you prefer to prioritize cutting speed, this option allows the cuts to be performed by ordering the pieces by length, from longest to shortest. In any case, the remaining part of the bar will be completed with a cut compatible with the length still available.
Single length
In this case too, optimization is performed by length, ordering the pieces from longest to shortest. However, the remaining part of the bar is not “filled”: it remains empty, so as to ensure a continuous cutting sequence, without inserting intermediate pieces.
List
Optimization is generated by calculating the values of the list loaded in the Profiles archive, again through the Optimization parameters function File:tastoottimizza.png.
Job position
Optimization is generated by taking into account the position within the job. In any case, the remaining part of the bar will be completed with a cut compatible with the length still available.
Single job position
Optimization is generated by taking into account the position within the job. However, the remaining part of the bar is not “filled”: it remains empty, so as to ensure a continuous cutting sequence by position.
Note N.B: The function resumes the one already present in the Job, where it is possible to define which optimization to perform. See also the Cutting parameters chapter in the Workshop menu.


Section 4 - parameters for bar lengths

  • Bar length selectionFile:frecciagiu.png: In this field it is possible to choose the optimization type from the following:


Range
By choosing this optimization type, the Min. bar length, Max. bar length, Step fields are enabled, where it is possible to determine a minimum and maximum profile measurement made available by the supplier, and a measurement change step in optimization. With this setting, the program detects the best bar size to use.
Example of cut-to-size optimization
List
This optimization type enables the Bar length fields and allows you to create a list of maximum bar length measurements made available by the supplier. These measurements are analyzed by the program, which detects the best bar size to order during optimization.
Cut to size
This optimization type allows you to optimize and therefore order the material based on the actual usage measurement.
Cut
This optimization type allows you to create cut-to-size optimization according to the actual cutting measurement, without any type of waste.

(see also how to set the cutting parameters)

Section 5 - message management

  • Message: in this field it is possible to enter a message relating to the optimized profile, which will be displayed in the Complete diagrams and in the Diagrams and profiles.
  • Profile prefix: this field allows you to customize the codes that appear in the cutting lists, for profile recognition.


Section 6 - panel management

  • Source panel File:tastoc.png: by selecting the associated button, the Accessory selection window opens, where it is possible to choose the panel from which to obtain the profile.
  • Cut panels into parts: if a source panel has been selected, this field is enabled and, if selected, allows cuts to be generated for panels in parts.


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