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Q What software and files can be used with Shilai fabric cutting machines?
A Shilai machines work with common apparel and textile CAD systems so you can import markers and pattern files directly for cutting.
Our team provides guidance on file formats and workflow integration for your cutting room.
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Q What materials can Shilai cardboard cutting machines handle?
A Shilai cardboard cutting machines can process folding carton, grey board, white cardboard, single- and double-wall corrugated and honeycomb board.
The multi-tool head allows you to cut, crease and mark these materials in a single setup.
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Q Do I still need steel dies for samples and small orders?
A For samples and small batches, you can produce boxes and displays directly from digital files without steel dies, using the oscillating knife and creasing tools.
This saves tooling cost and lead time, especially for frequent design changes and customized packaging.
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Q Can the machine replace manual sample-making completely?
A Digital cardboard cutting machines can take over most manual cutting and creasing tasks for packaging samples and short runs, improving accuracy and speed.
You may still use manual tools for very simple tasks, but most structural designs can be produced digitally.
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Q What software and file formats are supported?
A Shilai digital cutters are compatible with common packaging CAD file formats used in structural design, allowing you to import box layouts and start cutting quickly.
Our team can advise on file preparation and workflow to integrate the machine into your existing design process.
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Q What foam materials can Shilai CNC foam cutters process?
A Shilai CNC foam cutting machines can cut EVA, EPE, XPE, EPP, PU foam, sponge, EPS, XPS, PE foam and EPDM gasket foams.
Different models and tool configurations are available to match soft foams, rigid foams and technical sealing materials.
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Q How is knife cutting different from hot wire cutting for foam?
A Knife cutting uses oscillating blades and optional milling tools to cut foam, avoiding the smoke, fumes and burned edges that hot wires can produce on EPS and XPS.
It also supports more complex shapes, pockets and multi-depth features that are difficult to achieve with standard hot wire cutters.
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Q Do I still need steel dies with a CNC foam cutting machine?
A No, CNC foam cutting machines are dieless systems that follow CAD drawings, so you do not need to build steel dies for each new product.
This reduces tooling cost and lead time and makes it easier to handle custom orders and frequent design changes.
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Q What support and training does Shilai provide for foam cutting?
A Shilai offers training on machine operation, CAD/CAM workflow, cutting parameters and nesting strategies for foam applications, either online or on-site when required.
Ongoing technical support and spare parts supply help you maintain stable, efficient foam cutting production.
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Q What materials can Shilai acoustic panel cutting machines process?
A Shilai acoustic panel cutting machines are designed for PET felt, polyester fiber acoustic panels and similar sound-absorbing materials used in modern interior projects.
They can handle standard sheet sizes and thicker panels commonly used for walls, ceilings and baffles.
