Import template patterns
Full details of the Pattern exchange format and it's use are in the 'Interface Guide'
When using grain matching the program uses a template pattern to define the layout of parts that have to be produced from the same area of material (for example, a pair of cabinet doors).
Where this information is available in the PTX file the template pattern can be imported as part of the set of patterns.
CUTS records are used to represent template patterns.
Each template must have a PATTERNS record that contains a valid JOB_INDEX, a PTN_INDEX relating to the relevant CUTS records and the TYPE field must be set to one of the following values:-
5 - Standard grain match pattern - appended to be cut on saw
6 - Standard grain match pattern - appended to be 'cut' on machine centre
7 - Embedded grain match pattern
8 - Separate template pattern
The other fields in the PATTERNS record must be present but they are ignored.
A MATERIALS record can be used to set parameters for the templates. If this record does not exist, default 'zero' values will be used. (e.g. saw blade thickness = 0)
The CUTS records should contain valid part indexes. Grain matching information for parts will be added to additional information fields provided system parameters have been configured for grain matching additional information.
Imported template patterns are stored in a temporary pattern library which will be used for grain matching optimisations after import. The template names will be the pattern indices.
