Focus on Software
As important as it is getting the right hardware, it is as equally vital to select the right software. With so many out there, it is not just a one-size-fits-all selection. Here are some of the options the market has to offer.
Complete CNC Solutions A perfect duo for precision and efficiency
Tekcel CNC routers, paired with the Vectric CAD/CAM software, make precision cutting as easy as pie. Imagine turning designs into reality – from straightforward 2D cuts to intricate 3D masterpieces – with software that feels as intuitive as a trusty sidekick.
Vectric isn’t just powerful, it’s user-friendly; handling a wide range of file types like AI, PDF, EPS, DWG, and DXF. So, whatever projectis being handled, Vectric has it covered. With built-in material libraries, custom tooling options, and handy guides for feed and speed settings, Vectric helps buyers reduce material waste, save time, and lower costs. The standout True Shape Nesting feature optimises every inch on a sheet, making sure to get the most out of every cut. Plus, real-time monitoring keeps everything on track, helping to prevent downtime and ensure each job is completed to perfection.
Whether running the latest Tekcel router or an older model, Vectric can be retrofitted to keep workflow smooth and up-to-date. Because learning new software can sometimes
feel a bit daunting, Complete CNC
Solutions team offers full support
and onsite training.
Complete CNC is there for everything – from the initial setup to advanced tips, so everyone can get the best out of both the Tekcel machine and Vectric software.
Every new Tekcel machine comes pre-loaded with Vectric and includes the company’s on-site training programme. Clients get expert guidance on cutting metals, wood, and plastics, choosing the right tools, and mastering feeds and speeds. Plus, with free software training for all machine buyers, success is set right from day one.
www.completecnc.co.uk Antigro A trio of platforms for your design needs Antigro Layout of the DTF Gang sheet builder
Designer Print Customizer is a cloud-based print personalisation tool that enables companies, from start-ups
to large enterprises, to offer editable templates with extensive personalisation options for any kind of printed product. Designed to support print businesses looking to increase profit margins and capitalise on personalisation and customisation trends, the versatile solution supports a wide range of printed products from mugs, stickers, and photo puzzles to large format banners, T shirts, and business cards, and integrates seamlessly into existing e-commerce channels such as Shopify and WooCommerce. Print Customizer’s standout features include the capacity to generate print-ready files tailored to customer print equipment and the creation of true-to-life 3D personalised product previews. These features not only reduce errors, eliminate the need for multiple revision cycles, and streamline production, but they support customers’ sustainability goals thanks to minimised waste and conservation of resources.
Sticker Builder from Antigro Designer is a software solution that simplifies and enhances the production of custom die-cut stickers.
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Combining cutting-edge artificial intelligence with intuitive design tools, Sticker Builder allows users to design custom- shaped stickers and labels by automatically generating the outline and cut lines in print-ready files. This disruptive tool automates imposition and seamlessly translates client designs into production-ready formats.
DTF Gang Sheet Builder from Antigro Designer, targeting growing demand in the direct-to-film (DTF) print market, is a tool designed to automate the creation of sheets for DTF printing; simplifying the traditionally labour-intensive process of ganging multiple designs onto a single sheet.
Designed for small businesses, DTF Gang Sheet Builder streamlines resizing and layout while ensuring optimal use of materials.
Bobby Grauf, head of business development (EMEA), Antigro Designer, said: “Everyone who sees the portfolio of solutions from Antigro Designer is blown away, not just because of the quality of the results but just how user-friendly, intuitive, and fast the design and generation processes are.
“Our industry is at a real tipping point when it comes to demand for personalised and customised products, and Antigro Designer is perfectly positioned to be the go-to platform for customer-centric personalisation and online design, so watch this space in 2025.”
www.antigrodesigner.com
www.signupdate.co.uk Vectric CAD/CAM software
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