KCD Software consists of four modules allowing users to select the product just right for their needs.
MANHEIM, Pa. – KCD Software will demonstrate its design-through-manufacturing software specifically created for the cabinet and closet industries at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster, Oct. 13-14. KCD Software’s highly intuitive interface allows users to get up and running in less time. Broken down into four products, KCD Software says users can select the product just right for their needs. KCD Software’s Designer is used to create custom kitchens, baths, entertainment centers, built-ins, walk-in closets, garage storage, mudrooms and more. Users can create their own unit libraries and pull-down menus tailored specifically to their business. Professional builds on KCD Software’s Designer level software by adding essential whole systems for a more efficient workflow. Professional includes an automated pricing system, along with the Cabinotch libraries for direct-order outsourcing of custom cabinet parts. These two systems can help increase the profitability of a custom design business. Setting up and automating a business’s pricing takes the guesswork out of estimating each job individually. In addition to a design studio, pricing system and the Cabinotch Design Library, Workshop provides the software tools required to build projects from start to finish, with accuracy and efficiency. Workshop automates cut and parts lists (directly from a design) with the essential details needed to keep a production crew on board and up to speed. Construction notes, measurements, dimensions, and elevations paired with parts lists are eliminate errors and expedite production. CNC Commander provides custom design to manufacturing with one-button machining. CNC Commander produces nested G-code files instructing a CNC machine how to cut parts using the individual company’s construction details including shelf holes, drawer slide holes, hinge holes, and more. CNC One-Button Manufacturing KCD Software will produce nested part files making it easy to set up and run parts production on a CNC machine. The CNC Commander also includes the CNC Manager and the Part Editor. CNC Manager allows multiple jobs to be run together, along with individual parts and replacement parts. The more parts that are included in the nest, the better the yield. The software also helps control which pieces rotate, and which ones do not. CNC Part Viewer and Editor show all the details where the machine will cut, drill, and rout each part. The CNC part editor allows the user to change any part details for one-off custom situations such as adding cut-outs for an electrical outlet, moving, or removing holes, or changing the shape of the part. Visit KCD Software at Wood Pro Expo Lancaster booth #307 to learn more or request a live demonstration. For more information visit kcdsoftware.com.
About Wood Pro Expo Wood Pro Expo is a regional event for woodworking businesses that brings together suppliers and experts for a localized presentation of equipment and supply solutions. WPE includes a strong educational program on best practices for shop production and business management. The expo features a wide variety of equipment and supplies mainly geared to small and medium-sized shops. The 2022 edition of Wood Pro Expo Lancaster takes place Oct. 13-14 at the Spooky Nook Sports Center/Warehouse at the Nook in Manheim (Lancaster County), Pa. For information visit woodproexpolancaster.com.
For exhibitor information contact Lewis Goldman at lewis@woodproexpo.com or phone 800-969-2212.
More upcoming Woodworking Network events Salon Industriel du Bois Ouvré (SIBO), Oct. 27-29, Centrexpo Cogeco, Drummondville, Quebec. Closets Conference & Expo co-located with Wood Pro Expo Florida, April 12-14, 2023, Palm Beach County Convention Center, West Palm Beach, Fla. Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference & Expo (WMS), Nov. 2-4, 2023, International Centre, Mississauga, Ontario.
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Rich Christianson is the owner of Richson Media LLC, a Chicago-based communications firm focused on the industrial woodworking sector. Rich is the former long-time editorial director and associate publisher of Woodworking Network. During his nearly 35-year career, Rich has toured more than 250 woodworking operations throughout North America, Europe and Asia and has written extensively on woodworking technology, design and supply trends. He has also directed and promoted dozens of woodworking trade shows, conferences and seminars including the Cabinets & Closets Conference & Expo and the Woodworking Machinery & Supply Conference & Expo, Canada’s largest woodworking show.
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