Limitations & considerations
| Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | |---------|--------------|----------| | Parts not nesting, engine very slow | Too many small parts + genetic algorithm | Switch to Bottom-Left strategy; increase max iterations gradually | | Parts overlap in result | Kerf not set or spacing = 0 | Set minimum spacing (0.5mm min) | | Utilization stuck at 50% | Stock too small for parts | Check part dimensions vs sheet size | | DXF import has open contours | Bad geometry | Use AutoCAD Overkill or Solid Edge "Repair" tool | | Remnant not usable next time | Remnant shape too complex | Manually simplify remnant (draw bounding polygon) | | High priority parts ignored | Priority setting not enabled in engine options | Go to Nesting Settings → Advanced → Enable Priority Sorting | Siemens Solid Edge 2D Nesting 2025
: Enables the quick calculation of part quantities needed for manufacturing across multiple machines or production runs in a single nest. Limitations & considerations | Problem | Likely Cause
Export DXF, NC code, or directly to your CNC post-processor via the Solid Edge CAM Pro integration. Siemens Solid Edge 2D Nesting 2025
You can stop early if you see >85% utilization, or let it run to max iterations (default 500).