Software Integration

Accu-Cut Announces Integration of Cutting Machine and Flooring Software

(Tavares, Florida – August 1, 2003) Accu-Cut is now offering a software program that allows floor covering dealers to achieve complete control over their inventory.

The Accu-Cut Inventory Control Software Link, which operates on a personal computer connected to an Accu-Cut cutting machine, provides a link between the Accu-Cut machine and a company’s floor covering software program. The link enables dealers to track inventory as material enters and leaves their warehouse by automatically transferring data generated from the cutting machine to the inventory module of their flooring software. The Accu-Cut Inventory Control Software Link is currently compatible with Roll Master, RFMS, and CRW Flooring software.

“No more cutting wrong goods, no more cutting those extra inches and being short three feet on every roll, no more handwriting a tag for the cut to go to the customer or the installer. The benefits go on and on,” commented Dev O’Reilly, President of Textile Management Systems, Inc., the developer of Roll Master.

“The Accu-Cut Inventory Control Software Link maximizes the capabilities of an Accu-Cut machine, further increasing the time savings and money savings realized by employing an Accu-Cut machine,” said Scott Brockie, CEO of Accu-Cut.

Terry Wheat, President of RFMS, adds, “The linkage between RFMS and Accu-Cut removes one of the last gaps in the order procurement, fulfillment, staging, and installation process. Even with integrated software controlling the amount of product ordered and verifying its receipt, there was still the possibility of the warehouse technician transposing the amount to cut when he received the picking ticket. If 42 feet instead of 24 feet leave the warehouse (or vice versa), the dealer has a problem. This enhancement eliminates that challenge and ensures the proper staging and timely delivery of the right materials to the job site. Controlling inventory shrinkage and maximizing installation efficiency are the net result.”

The Inventory Control Software Link includes the following features and benefits:

Electronically transfers cuts to be made directly to the Accu-Cut machine.
Cuts to be made are exported from the inventory module of the flooring software to the Inventory Control Software Link, eliminating handwritten cut sheets, reducing keystroke errors, and saving time.

Barcode scan prevents making cuts on the wrong material.
The machine operator must first scan the roll tag prior to making a cut. If the programmed cut does not match the roll being scanned, an error message will be displayed.

Prints detailed barcode cut labels and roll labels.
The labels can be customized to best suit each dealer’s individual needs. An updated roll label containing the current roll balance can be printed at any time.

Automatically updates inventory in flooring software.
Inventory in the flooring software is adjusted as soon as a cut is made on the Accu-Cut machine. Roll balances can be taken when a roll is received, and any discrepancies in the length can be logged in the Inventory Control Software Link.

Provides detailed inventory activity reports.
Numerous reports are available showing the cuts made to a specific roll, during date ranges, and shortages. Customized reports are available.

Integration with other software programs is scheduled to occur in the near future. The software link can be used on most Accu-Cut models.

Founded in 1990, Accu-Cut is the largest supplier of floor covering cutting equipment in North America. Accu-Cut’s corporate offices and equipment showroom are located in Tavares, Florida.