1D Stock Cutter 2.90

The non-formal group of physics-math software developers at Astrokettle Algorithms focus on coming up with “scientific software algorithms and unique custom solvers development, modeling and simulation in various physics and engineering areas.” The company has so far come up with several applications for the Microsoft-developed Windows operating system.

3D Load Packer, 2D Load Packer and 1D Stock Cutter are all applications developed by Astrokettle Algorithms. Putting the focus on the later, on 1D Stock Cutter, there are several bits and pieces you are going to like about this piece.

First of all you are going to like the fact that it weighs next to nothing. The download weighs in at some 700KB, so even on a less than spectacular internet connection it should complete in not time at all. What you are downloading is an archive – and you’re going to like what comes next. Simply extract the contents of the archive and 1D Stock Cutter is ready to go. That’s right, you do not have to install a thing! Which means that 1D Stock Cutter is ready to be used as soon as the download completes – it also means that 1D Stock Cutter is portable. Simply put the archive onto a portable storage device and take it with you wherever you want to use it.

Speaking of using, 1D Stock Cutter, you should know that this application will work on all versions of the Microsoft-developed Windows operating system. It will work fine on Windows XP, it will not have a problem with Vista, and it will do its job on Windows 7 as well (to name but the most popular Windows versions in use out there).

Last but not least, you are going to like the functionality this software application provides. 1D Stock Cutter is a length cutting optimizer that can be used for cutting to length of any linear (one-dimensional) material: profiles, bars, extrusions, pipes, tubes, channels, angles, rods, lineal wood boards, beams, lumber, and so on. The application is easy to use and does its job fast. According to its developers, 1D Stock Cutter reduces material waste from about 10% down to 1%.

Pros

• Lightweight download
• Portable
• Easy to use
• Works with all Windows versions

Cons

• Free to use only during the 30-day trial period. There is a free 1D Stock Cutter version available for download, but it offers limited functionality.

1D Stock Cutter has been reviewed by George Norman on 27 Apr 2010. Based on the user interface, features and complexity, Findmysoft has rated 1D Stock Cutter 4 out of 5 stars, naming it Excellent