ART ToolShop CNC CAD/CAM Software.
Australian-developed CNC software
From drawing to finished nest, without the workflow friction.
ART ToolShop brings CAD, toolpathing, nesting and machine output together in one practical environment for CNC routers and profile cutting machines.
A faster path to production
Import. Toolpath. Nest. Export.
ToolShop is designed to reduce repetitive setup while keeping operators in control. Its Automated Toolpath Process can take compatible work through the core production workflow in a single operation.
Import or draw
Open production files or create and repair geometry with the built-in precision CAD tools.
Apply processes
Create centre-line, offset, multi-pass, fill and diamond-cut toolpaths with configurable lead-ins, lead-outs and bridges.
Optimise the sheet
Use automatic nesting for speed or manual nesting for hands-on placement and production priorities.
Output with confidence
Set cut order, generate machine output, print nest reports and keep production information together.
Purpose-built for cutting
Powerful enough for production. Clear enough for the workshop.
The 3D working environment helps operators visualise jobs while ToolShop keeps materials, remnants and machine configurations close to the work.
Current ToolShop capabilities
The tools needed between design and cutting
A practical CAD/CAM toolkit for preparing parts, controlling cutting processes and making better use of material.
CAD and geometry
Built-in precision CAD, DXF layer workflows and node editing for joining, breaking and correcting geometry.
Toolpath control
Centre-line and offset paths, multi-pass machining, fills, diamond cutting, lead-ins, lead-outs, tabs and bridges.
Nesting
Fast automatic nesting plus intelligent manual placement when the operator needs direct control.
Materials and remnants
Track material stock and turn usable sheet offcuts into managed remnants for future jobs.
Production organisation
Automatic or manual cut ordering, label printing and printable nest reports.
Connected operation
Multiple machine configurations, automatic rail cutting and interfaces for ERP, MRP and design workflows.
- Automated Toolpath Process (ATP)
- Automatic nesting
- Manual nesting
- Multi-pass toolpaths
- Centre-line toolpaths
- Offset toolpaths
- Island and line fills
- Diamond-cut engraving
- 3D world environment
- Materials database
- Remnant management
- Built-in CAD
- DXF layer control
- Node editing
- Tabs and bridges
- Lead-ins and lead-outs
- Automatic cut ordering
- Manual cut ordering
- Automatic rail cutting
- Part label printing
- Printable nest reports
- Multiple machine configurations
- ERP/MRP interfacing
Capabilities shown here describe the established ToolShop release. Availability can vary by configuration and machine process; ART can confirm suitability for your workflow.
Software from machine builders
Developed around real CNC production.
ToolShop is developed in Australia by Advanced Robotic Technology. The same team that builds and supports ART CNC machinery understands the practical handoff between geometry, tooling, material and machine output.
Training and support
Software is only valuable when your team can use it well.
ART provides ToolShop product guidance, tutorial videos and support from people who understand both the software and the CNC machines it drives.