Today marks an exciting milestone in our company's history as we officially launch PlyWiz, formerly known as NestKing. This rebranding represents more than just a name change—it's a reflection of our software's evolution and our vision for the future of composite manufacturing.

Why the Change?

When we first launched NestKing, our focus was primarily on solving nesting challenges for composite manufacturers. However, as we worked closely with our users, we discovered that the most significant value we provided wasn't just in nesting, but in the comprehensive workflow that bridges the gap between 3D CAD models and cutting machines.

The name "NestKing" often led potential users to believe we were just another nesting solution. In reality, our software has evolved into a complete platform that handles optimization, layup creation, labeling, and much more. PlyWiz—combining "ply" (the fundamental element of composite layups) with "wiz" (highlighting the wizardry our software performs)—better represents our comprehensive capabilities.

What This Means for Our Users

For our existing users: Rest assured that all the features you've come to rely on remain intact. Your licenses will automatically transfer to PlyWiz, and you'll immediately gain access to our enhanced interface and new features.

For new users: PlyWiz offers a more intuitive entry point to our ecosystem, with a forever-free version available for hobbyists and students. We believe that by making professional-grade tools accessible to everyone, we can help drive innovation across the composites industry.

The Road Ahead

This rebranding coincides with the release of version 1.0.0, which includes significant enhancements to our core functionality. We've invested over 7,000 work hours in refining our software based on user feedback, and we're just getting started.

In the coming months, we'll be expanding our educational resources, enhancing cloud integration capabilities, and introducing new tools to further streamline composite manufacturing workflows.

We want to thank our loyal customers who have been with us on this journey. Companies like PEAK Technology, ISAR Aerospace, and Ayos have provided invaluable feedback that has shaped PlyWiz into what it is today.

We can't wait to see what you'll create with PlyWiz!