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systems and software NestMaster CAD/CAM nesting programs, available to subscribers through the company's website, is said to increase cut quality and productivity for metal fabrication and cutting applications. The entry-level NestMaster program now supports Unicode fonts for CAD drawings that contain tex t. In addition, the program enables multiple drawings to be open simultaneously in 2D CAD. The intermediate TurboNest program now supports native AutoCAD fonts (SHX) and Windows system fonts, including TrueType, OpenType and PostScript for CAD drawings that contain text. TurboNest also features an enhanced 2D CAD cleanup program for quick changes to CAD drawings before they are added to a part list. Hypertherm Inc., call 800-643-0030 or visit hypertherm.com. Software Suite expandS Language Support CAMplete TurnMill version 6.0 from Methods Machine Tools features upgrades for expanded macro language support, improved error handling and increased post-processing capabilities. The integrated suite of G-code editing, optimization, analysis and verification tools is designed for Nakamura-Tome multitasking turning centers and enables a range of turn/mill functions. According to the company, the software combines CAMsystem and hand-coded G code into programs that can be simulated, fine-tuned and optimized using detailed 3D Nakamura machine models. Version 6.0 offers added support for FANUC's Macro B language, including G# and M# calls, G65 macro calls, and sub-program calls, among Booth 2053 mmsonline.com September 2013 MMS 203