SlabWise Introduces AI Platform to Streamline Countertop Fabrication

New system aims to reduce waste and improve operational efficiency for stone fabrication shops

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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SlabWise, an AI-powered countertop fabrication platform, has been introduced to help stone fabrication shops across the United States improve slab nesting, quoting workflows, and file compatibility between templating and CNC programming systems. The platform's features include an AI-powered nesting optimizer, DXF file conversion tools, and an automated quote generator, all designed to reduce material waste and increase operational efficiency for fabricators.

Why it matters

Natural stone materials like granite, quartzite, and marble can be very costly, with prices ranging from $40 to $120 per square foot. Even small improvements in slab utilization can lead to substantial cost savings for fabrication shops, which often rely on manual processes that result in material waste. SlabWise aims to address these inefficiencies through its AI-powered platform, helping fabricators streamline their operations and improve their bottom line.

The details

The core of the SlabWise platform is an AI-powered nesting optimizer that analyzes slab dimensions and countertop piece geometry to generate layouts designed to maximize slab yield while maintaining important fabrication requirements like grain direction and vein pattern alignment. The system also includes DXF file conversion tools to automate the process of preparing templating files for CNC programming, as well as an automated quote generator to help fabricators respond to customer requests more quickly.

  • SlabWise was introduced in March 2026.

The players

SlabWise

An AI-powered countertop fabrication platform designed to improve slab nesting, quoting workflows, and file compatibility between templating and CNC programming systems.

Alex Rinaldi

The founder of SlabWise, who stated that the platform was built to bring more efficiency and consistency to the operational side of the stone fabrication industry.

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What they’re saying

“Stone fabrication is a craft. Fabricators are highly skilled artisans who shape and install countertops that become the centerpiece of a home. But many shops still rely on manual processes for nesting layouts, quoting jobs, and converting files between systems. SlabWise was built to bring more efficiency and consistency to the operational side of the business.”

— Alex Rinaldi, Founder (bakercityherald.com)

What’s next

The company plans to continue expanding the features and capabilities of the SlabWise platform to further streamline the countertop fabrication process for its customers.

The takeaway

SlabWise's AI-powered platform represents a significant step forward in modernizing the countertop fabrication industry, which has traditionally relied on manual processes that can lead to material waste and operational inefficiencies. By automating key workflows and improving file compatibility, the platform aims to help fabricators reduce costs and improve their overall competitiveness.