Online Cut List Optimizer & Sheet Cutting Optimization Software

Create optimized cutting layouts for plywood, MDF, particle board, melamine board, chipboard, and other sheet materials in seconds. Flatma is an advanced cut list optimizer (cut list optimiser) that automatically generates the most efficient cutting plans, maximizes material utilization, accounts for saw kerf and edge banding, and produces complete manufacturing documentation, drawings, and production files.

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Online — No InstallationDXF, Excel, PDF & CSV ExportFor Cabinet Makers & Furniture Manufacturers
Flatma online cut list optimizer and sheet cutting optimization software

Every Extra Sheet Reduces Your Profit

Manual cut list calculations waste valuable time and often lead to expensive mistakes. Incorrect dimensions, grain direction errors, missing kerf allowances, and inefficient sheet layouts increase material waste, production delays, and manufacturing costs. Every unused square foot of material directly impacts the profitability of your furniture projects.

Material waste caused by manual cut list planning
Optimized sheet cutting layout

Automatic Sheet Cutting Optimization

Flatma automatically creates the optimal cutting layout from your furniture project. The nesting algorithm distributes parts across sheets to maximize material yield while minimizing waste.

  • Optimize plywood, MDF, particle board, chipboard, hardboard and melamine panels
  • Maximum material utilization
  • Automatic kerf and machining allowance calculation
  • Grain direction support
  • Remnant and waste calculation
  • Automatic cutting length calculation
  • Multiple sheet materials in one project

Instantly see the required number of sheets, material utilization rate, and a complete production report.

How the Cut List Optimizer Works

Go from furniture design to an optimized cutting layout in just a few minutes.

ШАГ 01

Design Your Furniture

Create your furniture project in Flatma or manually add cabinet parts.

ШАГ 02

Generate an Optimized Cutting Layout

The software automatically creates cutting diagrams while considering kerf, grain direction, and production parameters.

ШАГ 03

Fine-Tune the Layout

Visually inspect the cutting layout and adjust panel sizes if necessary to further reduce waste and improve material efficiency.

ШАГ 04

Export Manufacturing Files

Download cutting diagrams, material reports, DXF files, and complete production documentation.

Traditional Cut List Software vs Flatma

Compare ordinary cut list software with a complete cabinet manufacturing solution.

Traditional Cut List Software
Flatma
Furniture Design
No
✓ Yes
Automatic Part Extraction
No
✓ Yes
Material Reports
No
✓ Yes
Edge Banding & Hardware
No
✓ Yes
Drilling Drawings
No
✓ Yes
Manufacturing Preparation
Limited
✓ Complete
Online cabinet cut list optimizer

Complete Cut List Optimizer for Cabinet Manufacturing

Flatma is designed for cabinet shops, furniture manufacturers, woodworking businesses, and professional workshops. Every cut list, material specification, and cutting layout is generated automatically from your furniture project.

  • Online cut list optimizer with no installation
  • Automatic part extraction from furniture designs
  • Advanced sheet cutting optimization
  • Supports materials from all major manufacturers
  • Edge banding and production parameter support
  • Complete manufacturing preparation
  • Reduce waste and lower material costs

Replace manual calculations with a fully automated furniture production workflow.

Furniture cut list and material report

Material Reports & Cut Lists

After optimizing the cutting layout, Flatma automatically generates complete production documentation.

  • Parts grouped by material
  • Dimensions, quantities, and panel areas
  • Edge banding information for every side
  • Required sheet quantity
  • Hardware list
  • Material consumption and remnants
  • Complete manufacturing specification

Everything is ready for production, purchasing, or warehouse management.

DXF export and CNC manufacturing files

Drilling Drawings & CNC Export

Flatma generates not only cutting layouts but also production-ready manufacturing files.

  • Drilling drawings for every part
  • Hole coordinates
  • DXF export for CNC machines
  • PDF production drawings
  • Excel & CSV export
  • Part labeling and identification

All manufacturing documents are created automatically from your furniture design.

Who Uses Flatma?

Perfect for anyone working with sheet materials and cabinet manufacturing.

Furniture Manufacturers

Optimize material usage, reduce waste, and automate production preparation.

Panel Cutting Services

Generate cutting layouts and DXF files for production.

Cabinet Makers & Woodworkers

Create optimized cut lists online without installing desktop software.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Flatma optimizes cutting layouts for plywood, MDF, particle board, melamine board, chipboard, and many other sheet materials.
Unlike traditional cut list software, Flatma starts with a complete furniture project and automatically generates cut lists, cutting layouts, material reports, drilling drawings, and production documentation.
Yes. Flatma exports DXF files for CNC cutting and drilling machines.
No. Flatma works entirely online in your web browser.
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