Efficient Use Of Materials 1.6

Question 1

Efficient use of materials

Answer 1

All materials used add to cost need to make most of them to avoid waste

Question 2

Developing designs that use materials economically

Answer 2

Designer make prototype to check design works looking at how it can be modified to make fabric be used more efficiently (eg making a section longer or shorter) may impact aesthetic of product
Some materials may need to be cut in specific way ( those with design or nap) add to cost
Choice of components add to cost ( zips buttons embellishments )

Question 3

Manufacturing processes with increase efficiency

Answer 3

Faulty goods cost manufacturers money customers cannot buy
Systems with computer control usually produce more reliable accurate products often cheaper to run as use materials in economic way with fewer operants ( machines run 24hrs a day )