Zünd Cut Center 3.

3 (10-2020)
Essential new features

Metadata Pick and Place Interface Option

ZCC files have been expanded to include This option connects Zünd Cut Center - ZCC
metadata. Metadata is used to define e.g. through an existing user interface, Modbus
cut parts associated with a particular set, kit, TCP, with robotic automation for picking and
customer, order number, and so on. Metadata placing. The robot receives commands for
enables precise identification of individual identifying the part that needs to be picked
parts, which also facilitates tracking, sorting, and removed next, and for placing it in a
grouping, and stocking. specified Location – a stack or box. Metadata
supplies all necessary information for sorting,
picking, stacking or boxing.

Visualizing Option Notch Scanner

This new option enables marking and There are many cut files containing notches
identifying cut parts with an inkjet tool merged to the cutline. To make sure the
(Leibinger), projector, monitor, and labeling appropriate tool is used for this process (i.e.
system. Metadata supplies all relevant data the Notching Marking Module - NMM), ZCC
for these processes and makes identifying, now gives users the option to extract I- and
sorting, and kitting much quicker and easier. V-notches from the cut path. This reduces
the time it takes to manually make these
modifications and ensures more efficient
processing with the NMM.

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Zünd Cut Center 3.2 (02-2019)
Essential new features

Help with oscillating tool settings Nesting report now available in PDF
Nesting Report
When using oscillating tools, it can be difficult The nesting report can now be exported as a
Job: SKIHOSE.eps Order ID:
to determine the right combination of cut PDF file. It contains the marker layout, piece Nesting time: 22.02.2019 13:36 Efficiency: 89.73%

speed and quality level. Incorrect combi- count, and the most relevant nesting data. Time: 64 sec Material: Fabrics Used length: 4’763.61mm
Shapes nested: 70/70 Material size: unbounded / 1’800.00mm Used pages: 1
nations may cause the oscillating tool to
perforate rather than cut properly.
A new, color-coded visual guide helps the
user easily determine optimal speed and
quality settings.

Automatic nesting
Expanded nesting functions permit automati-
cally nesting a set of parts during data import.
For example, a DXF file containing parts to be
cut can be saved to a hot folder from which
they can be automatically nested and then
sent to the Cut Queue.

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Zünd Cut Center 3.1 (06-2018)
Essential new features

New Notch processing method Board Handling System 150

ZCC 3.1 already supports the forthcoming The ZCC now includes all job processes re-
Notch module – NMM. The new Notch pro- quired for fully automatic board feeding and
cessing method facilitates internal and exter- pickup with the BHS 150.
nal notches and includes the six types I, V, T, L, The "Barcode production" menu of the Cut
R and U. Each of the different notch types can Queue now also includes the "Board feeder
be assigned individual dimensions. 150" code reader. This detects QR codes
The notches are created automatically when already during feeding from the bottom of the
importing from AAMA, ASTM, and DXF files. material without interruption.
The Cut Editor also facilitates the manual
creation, processing, and removal of notches.

Server only license

Data exchange
The Server only license allows for moving with
RIP, MIS, ERP
the automatic data import via hot folder as
well as the dashboard server functions to a
separate computer. This relieves the cutter's
Continually available
base computer and thus increases its perfor- Data import Monitoring
via Cut Server via
mance. Hotfolders for secure data exchange Dashboard
The Server only license includes all functions (Import profiles, job data, statistics, etc.)

of the basic license with the Cut Queue opti-

on, with the following exceptions:
• Process jobs (Cut Editor)
• Produce jobs (Cut Center)
• Barcode and batch production

The Server only functions can be executed

Production via Production via Production via
within a virtualized computer, whereby the Zünd Cut Center Zünd Cut Center Zünd Cut Center
software license must be installed on a physi- Software Suite Software Suite Software Suite

cal computer.

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Zünd Cut Center 3.0 (12-2017)
Essential new features

Dashboard Intelligent, time-optimized

The dashboard gives area managers and pro- registration with ICC
duction staff easy and secure remote access Significantly faster reading of registration
to relevant production data around the clock. points based on the following three configu-
It allows you to always keep an eye on the ration options:
precise status of each order and utilization of • Apply distortion of the first copy
your Zünd cutter. • Ignore irrelevant registration points
The dashboard is a browser-based applica- • Optimize the number of registration points
tion and can thus be run on devices with for the required quality/productivity
different operating systems.

Over Cutter Camera – OCC Software license

The high-resolution camera above the wor- Changing from a hardware key to a software
king area key has made working with the ZCC safer
detects all registration marks. than ever. A USB port is no longer needed.
It enables rapid and fully automatic Future license upgrades will be easier.
detection of the registration points.

New graphical operating interface

Optimized, user-friendly operating interface
in modern design.

64-bit application
The conversion to a 64-bit application has
made the ZCC even faster. This requires a
Windows 64-bit operating system.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.7 (12-2016)
Essential new features

Paging with roll feed Saving preparation steps

In roll processing, material advances usually The preparation steps selected during setup
occur after everything on the table/in the cut- are saved together with the cut file. If the job
ting area has been completed. By selecting needs to be repeated in the future, there is no
the paging function, the user can now make need to go through the preparation procedu-
the system advance after each page. This res again.
facilitates off-loading cut pieces in jobs that With the function „peform preparation only“,
are shorter than the maximum table length. cut files can be prepared for batch proces-
sing. Batch processing can then be perfor-
med without repeating the preparation steps
for each job individually.

Automatic export of job information

In Cut Manager, the user can choose to auto-
matically export job information, such as total
processing time and cut length, as XML or CSV
file. This makes it even easier to gather and
analyze production data.

XML/CSV

3.6 kW routing module RM-L

The water-cooled 3.6 kW router module is
designed for maximum performance.
The RM-L is equipped with a pneumatic
collet. In conjunction with an 8-bit capaci-
ty automatic bit changer, the RM-L router
module is a fully automated system capable
of processing jobs that require different types
of bits.
The RML-tool is completely integrated with
Zünd Cut Center ZCC.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.6 (6-2016)
Essential new features

Dual beams for maximum productivity Single-beam operation

Depending on the job, one cutter with two A dual-beam cutter can also be run with only
beams operating independently of each other one beam (beam A) in operation.
can double the throughput. ZCC controls the If, for instance, the router option is installed
workflow and optimally distributes the cut- only on beam A, beam B can be deactivated.
ting/processing tasks between each beam,
ensuring maximum productivity.

Jobs utilizing both beams

The dual-beam cutting system can process
rolled and sheeted/board materials, no
matter whether the job consists of multiple
smaller sheets/boards or full-size ones.

Manually loading multiple sheets

It is now possible to manually load and lay
out multiple sheets/boards on the cutter for
processing. Doing so extends the active pro-
cessing time between loading and unloading,
which frees up the operator to perform other
tasks. In addition, multiple sheets cover more
of the vacuum area, which optimizes material
hold-down. All Zünd cutter series (S3, G3, D3)
support this function.
Registration capabilities
As is the case with single-beam cutters, the
Zünd ICC camera system in combination with
Zünd Cut Center ensures perfect registration
and compensation on dual-beam systems.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.5 (10-2015)
Essential new features

Now supporting Leibinger inkjet Batch processing:

The versatile Leibinger Jet 3 inkjet printer cut files retrievable via barcode
is ideally suited for labeling a wide variety Users can now retrieve files easily with a bar-
of materials. Its many applications include code scanner and add them to a batch. Once
labeling with text or barcodes or drawing/ batch processing is launched, simply scan in
plotting lines. The Ink Jet Tool - IJT is now fully the jobs you wish to include.
supported in Zünd Cut Center.

SVG export
Cut data can now be exported from Cut
Editor as SVG file for import in other systems.
All objects under a method are combined
into a group.

Automatic bridging during import

Bridges can now be inserted automatically
while importing cut files. The number of
bridges and distance between them are user
definable. This feature is also available when
importing files via hot folders.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.4 (6-2015)
Essential new features

Tool usage monitoring Automatic Router Bit Changer – ARC

Previously, it was often difficult to determine The Automatic Router Bit Changer is fully
the wear on a blade or bit, which tended to integrated with Zünd Cut Center - ZCC. The
create unnecessary waste. ZCC now tracks ARC offers the user a magazine that can hold
tool usage and lets the user know when a a combination of up to 8 different router bits
blade/bit has reached the end of its expected for processing. The system automatically se-
lifespan and needs to be changed. lects the correct bit for the job and material
The data used for tool monitoring is based at hand, guaranteeing optimal results. This
on past experience and has to be set up eliminates the potential for operator errors
individually. that can easily occur in higher-volume routing
applications.

Nesting User-definable register marks

A user-friendly nesting option integrated in Before now only symmetrical shapes where
Cut Editor automatically calculates the most permissible for use as register marks. Starting
efficient placement of individual parts or with Vers. 2.4, register marks in any shape
groups of parts on rolled and sheeted/board can be captured and correctly interpreted by
materials. The automatic nesting function ZCC.
uses powerful algorithms that ensure optimal
nesting of even the most complex patterns.
This saves time, maximizes material yield, and
keeps waste to a minimum.

Border recognition for rolled materials

Following each advance, the system checks
the border of the material. If it detects any
movement, ZCC compensates for it and
moves all objects accordingly.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.3 (9-2014)
Essential new features

Automated production with QR-code Creasing counters

capture now also for rolled materials The use of creasing counters significantly
and in tandem production mode enhances the quality of creases. In Cut Editor,
With ZCC V.2.3, QR-code capture has been you can now create counters to match crea-
expanded for use with rolled materials and in se lines with just a few mouse clicks.
tandem production workflows.
Tip:
Use creasing counters in a tandem produc-
tion workflow. The tandem setup guarantees
maximum throughput for producing top-
quality folding boxes.

Cutter capacity and productivity

indicator
The Cut Queue offers tools and methods for
increasing your productivity. The software
automatically calculates cutter capacity and,
with a three-color status bar, permits the user
to see at a glance in what ways producing a
job could be made more efficient.

Object-by-object processing function method method grouped

Before now processing methods could be 1 2 object
specified only sequentially for the entire job.
With the function object-by-object pro-
cessing, one grouped object can now be
Setup Interrupt Machining
completely finished before going on to the
next one.

Integrated Tool Initialization – ITI

ZCC with Integrated Tool Initialization (for G3
cutters) enables the following new functions:
• Automatic blade/bit failure control
• Automatic recalibration at user-defined
intervals to compensate for blade wear
during processing.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.2 (4-2014)
Essential new features

Automated production with QR codes Creasing

Job retrieval via QR code is the next step In addition to the pressure mode, creasing
in fully automated processing/finishing depths for creasing tools CTT1/2/3 can be
of sheeted and board materials. It is now set differently for creasing with or against the
possible to process a sequence of different flute/grain.
jobs without operator intervention: after
the materials are loaded automatically with
the Board Handling System - BHS or the
sheet feeder, the ICC camera captures a
QR code; the corresponding file is retrieved
automatically, opened in Zünd Cut Center,
and processing begins.

Zünd Webshop Tandem vacuum system

From anywhwere within the European Union, The following functions have been added to
you can now order blades, bits and other ac- the tandem vacuum option:
cessories directly through the Zünd Webshop.
Click on the shopping cart symbol in Zünd • Work front or rear section of cutter ONLY:
Cut Center, Cut Manager or Cut Queue to Zünd Cut Center now lets you define
access our online store. which half of the cutter is used as default
cutting area. This permits limiting short-run
Customer benefits: production to one vacuum area, which
• 24/7 order placement results in greater energy efficiency.
• 48-hour delivery time within EU
• Free shipping for orders above €400 • Continue processing in cutter section
• Easy payment options with Visa, where processing approval has been
Mastercard or direct bank transfer granted: the cutter no longer automatically
• Processing parameters for original Zünd switches back and forth between the two
accessories included in Zünd Cut Center. vacuum sections; instead, it continues
processing on the side where approval was
Take full advantage of the capabilities of your granted first.
Zünd Cutter! (Internet connection required)

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Zünd Cut Center 2.1 (9-2013)
Essential new features

Job info export Multiple copies

Use job info export for generating and ana- Choose between «distance between shapes»
lyzing order statistics. Just export an XML file and «distance from shape to shape».
and import it into e.g. Microsoft Excel.

XML

Cut-time estimation in Cut Editor Unite operation

Processing time is an important factor in pro- Several overlapping objects may be combined
duction planning. Already in Cut Editor, you into one.
can now see the estimated processing time
per copy. This feature makes e.g. daily produc-
tion planning very simple and efficient.

Automatic bridging Feed connection cut

Insert bridges for all objects with a mouse This function guarantees consistent cut quali-
click. The number of bridges and minimum ty, especially with textiles.
distance between them can be specified in- When the cut path extends beyond the length
dividually. of the working area, advancing the material
Especially in routing applications, bridges pre- becomes necessary and with it, an interrup-
vent cut objects from moving. In addition, with tion to the cutting process. The function «feed
all cut objects still attached, unloading beco- connection cut» ensures that no fibers are left
mes a simple, one-step process. uncut.

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Lead-in/lead-out Line type patterns
Start and end points are positioned outside The line types for individual methods may
the cut path. Especially for routing applica- include patterns. These are controlled with
tions, this function helps produce superior additional settings and are a great option for
cutting results with invisible entry/exit points. e.g. creating optimal perforations in packaging
designs.
centered
lowered tool

raised tool

not centered
lowered tool

raised tool

Cut-off function Line type pattern dotted centered

Cut-offs or separation cuts can be applied af- with drill/punch
ter each copy/page or at the end of produc- With the methods «drill» or «punch», select the lowered tool
tion. The length and position of the cuts are dotted line pattern. This will produce a line of
user definable. Use this function for rolled ma- drilled or punched holes.
terial (e.g. vinyl, films) or longer boards. Distance and number of holes are user defi- raised tool
nable. The hole diameter is equivalent to the
diameter of the tool being used.
not centered

lowered tool

raised tool

Multi-page loading function with BHS/

Sheetfeeder
The Board Handling System (BHS) and Zünd
sheetfeeder allow for multiple loading for
extended uninterrupted cutting time and
covering more working area. The appropriate
number of loads may be calculated automa-
tically. This multiple-load function increases
coverage of the vacuum area, which helps
achieve superior vacuum hold-down.

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Zünd Cut Center 2.0 (3-2013)
Essential new features

Cut path optimization Production time calculation

Take advantage of ZCC‘s automatic cut-order Facilitate your production planning! In the Cut
optimization: The software automatically ma- Queue, each pending job shows an estimated
kes adjustments to the cut paths to achieve 4 3 3 2 production time. Besides pure processing, the
the fastest-possible production time. Starting estimate also includes the time required for
points and cut direction are automatically job-specific setup and material advances.
selected to minimize travel distances with the While the job is in production, Cut Center
raised tool. continues to display the estimated time until
completion. Any changes, e.g. as a result of
longer setup times, are immediately taken
into account. Once the job is completed, the
2 1 4 1 total production time is saved and displayed
in the Cut Queue. The ZCC XML-interface
allows for e.g. integrating this production data
into your production planning system.

Simultaneous job preparation Batch processing

With ZCC 2.0, you can prepare jobs while Use the batch processing option to select
the cutter is producing. Several Cut Centers multiple jobs in the Cut Queue for processing
can be open at the same time for assigning in the assigned order.
methods, tools, or job processes. For example, select a number of jobs in the
evening, and have the cutter produce them
overnight.

Overcut compensation E-Mail notification

Optimize cut quality with the new com- Set up the cutter, start the job, and let it run. If
pensation feature in ZCC 2.0. Cut paths are any operator intervention is required, you are
adjusted based on material thickness and notified by email.
blade in use.

t...material thickness
TM...cutting depth
x1...overcut

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