Client project, custom software, 2026
For EuropaSign we developed Nest, a custom nesting tool that has replaced manual nesting. Parts from customer PDF files are laid out on plates automatically, so little material is wasted.
Laying parts out on a plate, nesting, was done by hand: the team moved parts from customer files around until they fit on the plate.
That takes time on every job and leaves material unused, while the router needs a usable file straight away.
Nest reads the PDF files, lays the parts out on the plate and saves the result as a DXF, PDF or Illustrator file, with separate layers for through-cutting and rebate, among others.
Reading and nesting happen in the browser, so customer artwork never has to cross the network. Plates, preferences and offcuts are saved, and the tool sits behind EuropaSign's own login.
EuropaSign's team now lays out plates with Nest instead of by hand. A nest goes as a file straight to the milling software.
Manual nesting is replaced by a tool the team uses itself.
Save as DXF, PDF or Illustrator with layers.
Reading and nesting happen in the browser.
AIClient project, AI assistant for internal operations
For EuropaSign we developed Vonk, an internal AI assistant that makes customer and project data available on request. Vonk only applies changes to the CRM or the website after a staff member confirms them.
AutomationClient project, pricing engine and configurators
For sign maker EuropaSign we brought all pricing logic into one manageable system. The price is calculated live in the order form, and the site has been rebuilt around the new pricing engine.
WebsiteClient project, website and CMS
For sign maker EuropaSign we rebuilt the website in Astro, with copy and prices in klappe-cms and the product configurators integrated directly into the site.
Describe briefly what is done by hand today. You get an honest answer, even if the answer is that it does not pay off.