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ExactFlat

If you're using 3D CAD and you need to create 2D flat patterns for the cutting table, Exact Flat is the fastest, most accurate and simple way to do it. For manufacturers working with industrial fabrics, the common workflow to flatten a 3D CAD model includes 8 steps that can take up to 2-4 weeks to complete. Exact Flat produces the same - or better - quality 2D cut patterns within 5 minutes.

Engineered Specifically for Fabrics

When a fabric is stretched, it pulls both laterally and longitudinally. Some manufacturers try to use metal flatteners to create 2D flat patterns, but cannot produce an accurate result. Metal flatteners do not account for this unique characteristic of fabric and therefore cannot produce an accurate flat pattern. This problem afflicts many companies that need soft goods as well as solid models:

• Beyond the metal frame of a car or motorcycle, automotive manufacturers need seats, trunk linings, and saddlebags
• Furniture companies need cushions, seats, and mesh backs
• Boat makers need seats, canvas roofs, and boat covers
• Buildings need awnings or suspended roofs.

Exact Flat is designed for the properties of industrial fabrics and this unique characteristic of fabric stretch to ensure an accurate result every time.

ExactFlat Features & Benefits

• Flattens 3D models quickly and accurately
• Supports file import/export with all major CAD programs
• Supports all major CNC cutting tables
• Designed specifically for industrial fabrics
• Proven in the field
• Fully integrated with Autodesk Inventor

CAD Integrations

• Autodesk Inventor
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Alias
• Autodesk 3ds Max
• Rhino

Watch an Overview of ExactFlat

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Schedule an ExactFlat Demonstration

If you're interested in viewing a software demonstration of ExactFlat, please contact our sales team. Applied Engineering is happy to schedule a face-to-face or web demonstration at a time that is convenient for you.

Purchasing ExactFlat

Contact Applied Engineering if you're intersted in purchasing ExactFlat. An Applied Engineering technology sales consultant can normally deliver a quote to you within hours. Applied Engineering is authorized to sell ExactFlat in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and Northern Iowa.