Clab Estimator
Clab Estimator helps you estimate fabric consumption for a pattern and review the proposed piece placements. Availability depends on your active subscription.
Prepare an estimate
Open the pattern and review its Piece Options, including quantities and materials.
Select Clab Estimator from the preview toolbar.
Choose the materials to include.
Configure the size runs and the fabric Width, Offset, and Gap for each material.
Click Run estimation.
You can use Stop estimation to stop a run in progress.
Review the results
The results table shows the placed pieces, estimated length, efficiency, and processing time for each material.
Select Placements Review to inspect the layout. Check the results against your fabric and production requirements when planning consumption.
Export and revisit estimates
After results are available, click Export to download the Excel report.
Use History to review previous estimates for the project.
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