SAi is thrilled to announce the release of the latest iteration of our pioneering software suite designed to elevate CNC machining to unprecedented levels of precision and productivity. This update is packed with innovative features and enhancements tailored to meet the evolving demands of our users in the professional software and CNC machining industries.

Empowering CNC Machining Professionals:

The EnRoute family of products includes:

EnRoute Complete: The all-in-one solution for comprehensive CNC machining needs.

EnRoute Plus: The professional solution for all your 2D or 2.5D projects.

EnRoute Design: Perfect complementary software for those who require multiple designers working together without the need to export files to production.

EnRoute Fabrication: Tailored for waterjet, plasma, and laser CNC machines, providing the precise control required for high-quality production.

EnRoute for Flexi: A specialized version targeting Flexi users, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced capabilities.

Each product version has specific new features available, ensuring tailored solutions for diverse user needs.

Unveiling the Future of CNC Machining:

1. Advanced Threading Toolpath

Our new tool type and toolpath for cutting threads allows users to apply thread toolpaths similarly to “drill centers,” enabling the application of threads to multiple geometries simultaneously, significantly streamlining the machining process.

2. Optimized Toolpath Ordering

With the new “Order by Entry/Pierce” parameter, toolpath sequencing is enhanced by allowing users to order entries into the material, even within larger toolpath groups. This ensures more efficient and organized cutting operations.

3. Enhanced Plate Tool Bar Functionality

When nesting files across one or multiple plates, the option to “maintain layers” is now checked by default. This ensures that objects and their associated toolpaths remain on their respective layers post-nesting, preserving the integrity of the design.

4. Intuitive Entry/Exit Editing

Users can now effortlessly edit the size and angle of entry/exit objects by simply clicking and dragging, providing greater flexibility and control over toolpaths.

5. Double-Sided Machining Capabilities

Support for double-sided machining includes options to choose flip direction, dowel hole type, and dowel size. This feature facilitates accurate positioning of jobs when flipping over materials, enhancing the precision of complex projects.

6. Trim and Extend by Length

The ability to trim and extend contours by a set length has been re-enabled, offering users more control over contour modifications.

7. Individual Output File Generation

For users without automatic tool changers, the latest EnRoute software offers the option to automatically create output files for each tool used. The tool name will be appended to the output file name, simplifying file management.

8. Snap to Point in Point-Editing Mode

The new snap-to-point functionality in point-editing mode improves accuracy when editing contours, ensuring precise modifications.

9. Comprehensive PDF Reports on Output

Generate detailed PDF reports during output, complete with cut time estimation, tool lists, barcodes, and print previews of plates, providing a comprehensive overview of each job.

10. Entry/Exit and Bridge Position Maintenance Post-Scaling

Users can now maintain the relative position of entry/exit and bridges on toolpaths when scaling, preventing recalculations that reset these positions.

11. Improved Kerf Compensation

The corner entry/exit will now default to the sharpest corner of the geometry, optimizing kerf toolpath placements for superior cutting results.

12. Fixed Output Location for Label Images

Users can set a fixed output path for label images generated with ATP, ensuring consistent and organized file management.

13. Layer Name Placeholder on Labels

A new placeholder for layer names has been added to labels, enhancing clarity and organization.

14. XY Guidelines at the origin on Plate Creation

An option to create XY-guidelines at the origin of the plate upon creation has been added, facilitating precise alignment and setup.

15. Drag-and-Drop File Opening

Users can now open ER files by simply dragging and dropping them into EnRoute, streamlining the workflow.

16. Hot Folder Export as Layered DXF

Designs can be sent to a hot folder as layered DXF files, enhancing compatibility and flexibility in file management.

17. Right-Click Menu Enhancements

The ability to edit entry/exit and bridges has been added to the right-click menu when targeting a toolpath, simplifying adjustments and modifications.

18. Manual Kerf Width Entry

Users can manually enter kerf widths without needing a specific tool set up in the library, providing greater flexibility in toolpath creation.

19. Integrated Post-Processor Options

Post-processor options are now available within the Output window of the automated tool pathing module, enhancing customization and output control.

Conclusion

The latest EnRoute software represents a significant leap forward in CNC machining software, offering a comprehensive suite of tools and enhancements designed to boost efficiency, precision, and ease of use. We invite our users to explore the new features and experience the unparalleled performance of the latest EnRoute software.

For more information, demos, and to upgrade to the latest EnRoute software, please visit our website or contact our support team.

About SAi

SAi is a leading provider of advanced software solutions for the printing, sign-making and CNC machining industry, committed to delivering innovative tools that enhance productivity and precision for professionals worldwide.

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Introducing The All New Flexi Complete

Exploring the Future of Flexi: Flexi Complete

In the ever-evolving landscape of design and printing software, staying ahead of the curve is paramount. Enter Flexi Complete, the latest offering from SAi, promising a suite of cutting-edge features to revolutionize the way professionals in the industry work. Let’s delve into what makes Flexi Complete a game-changer for designers, printers, and sign makers alike. Flexi Complete is the same Flexi you know and love but with a fresh new look and a bevy of improvements. Let’s see what’s new.

A Better User Experience: One of the standout features of Flexi Complete is its commitment to providing a seamless user experience. Flexi Complete brings a new look to the intuitive interface of Flexi. Designed to streamline workflows, users can navigate the software with ease, saving both time and effort. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out in sign making, DTF DTG, direct-to-vinyl, or other wide format printing applications Flexi Complete’s user-friendly design ensures that you can hit the ground running from day one.

Enhanced Design Capabilities: Flexi Complete empowers designers with enhanced capabilities to bring their creative visions to life. With an array of new tools and functionalities at their disposal, users can push the boundaries of design like never before. From advanced vector drawing tools to dynamic effects and filters, Flexi Complete offers unparalleled flexibility and control, allowing designers to unleash their creativity without limitations.

Optimized Printing Workflow: Efficiency is key in the world of printing, and Flexi is engineered to optimize every step of the printing workflow. With robust finishing tools and advanced color management features, users can ensure that their prints are accurate and of the highest quality, every time. Whether you’re producing large-scale signage or intricate graphics, Flexi’s printing capabilities are second to none.

Seamless Integration: Flexi seamlessly integrates with existing workflows, making it easy to incorporate into your existing setup. Whether you’re using other design software, RIP software, or hardware devices, Flexi plays nice with others, ensuring a smooth transition and minimal disruption to your operations. Flexi Complete offers a total package from design to production, including a powerful 64-bit RIP to give users a seamless workflow from start to finish.

Commitment to Innovation: At its core, Flexi Complete is a testament to SAi’s commitment to innovation. With a dedication to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, SAi continues to raise the bar in the world of design and printing software. Flexi Complete is not just a product but a reflection of SAi’s ongoing mission to empower professionals in the industry with the tools they need to succeed.

With its intuitive interface, enhanced design capabilities, optimized printing workflow, seamless integration, and commitment to innovation, Flexi Complete is made to revolutionize the way professionals in the sign and print industry work. Whether you’re a designer, printer, or sign maker, Flexi Complete is the ultimate tool to bring your creative visions to life.

Learn more about the exciting new features.

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USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR GRAPHIC DESIGN

In our market, AI used to stand for Adobe Illustrator, but these days itâ€s being associated with Artificial Intelligence. It appears that AI is very quickly intruding on just about every aspect of life. But can AI be used in graphic design? Letâ€s look at what could be a viable workflow.

TELL CHATGPT ITâ€S A GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND ASK

For this exercise, we will use the free version of ChatGPT. If you want to use this, just search Google for ChatGPT and set yourself up with a free account. Iâ€ve already done that. Just tell ChatGPT something like this: “Imagine you are a professional graphic designer specializing in sign making. Image you are a professional graphics designer specializing in sign making. Iâ€ll ask you some question to help me craft a design.”

ChatGPT has agreed to pretend to be a graphic designer. Next, itâ€s good to provide a little context for your project. Here is what I tried.

Here’s what ChatGPT came up with:

I have to say, this is a good strategy for the design. Ater reviewing this information from the ChatGPT, you should have an idea now appearing in your head! (Scary, but true, right?) Iâ€m already “seeing” a window with some of these elements! Letâ€s see what we can come up with following the suggestions of ChatGPT.

FIND A COLOR PALETTE

I just typed “pastels brown green color palette” as a google search and here is what I got.

I kind of like the one on the right, so I did a right click to copy, then pasted this into Flexi.

Next, I asked Flexi to Color vectorize the image. After that I created a custom color swatch by right clicking on the current one, choose New and then right clicking on the new blank swatch and choosing merge from document resulting is a new custom color swatch.

FIND A STARTING TEMPLATE

To find a starting point, I went to www.canva.com and in the search box typed “hair salon with pastel colors” Here is one design I liked.

So, I downloaded it as a PDF file and opened this file in Flexi.

When importing I allowed Flexi to import the lettering as a font rather than curves because I want to change the fonts and edit them. In addition, I opened DesignEditor so I could select various objects that I wish to change.

Finally, I made some text changes and added a picture of a martini that I searched google for as well.

What do you think?

Okay, AI didnâ€t actually create the job, BUT it was really good at giving me a path to follow. Iâ€m sure you REAL graphic designers could do better but for this old man, not bad!

Tell us how you use AI in design….as for me? Itâ€s time for my hair cut and I hope thereâ€s a long wait!

Need some help with SAi Flexi or EnRoute?

Our Learning & Development Department Can Help, just visit www.adendo.com to start your learning journey today.

You can also join the Flexi User Community where you’ll find content that’ is nowhere else on the internet and be able to connect with other users just like you.

by Mark A. Rugen, Managing Director of Learning & Development, SAi

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