Material Optimization 406 B Flashcards
What can you use to make manual optimization of sheet materials easier?
Graph paper and architects scale
What method is used to manually optimize solid wood?
Mark out desired cuts directly on the solid.
Keep track with a list.
Why is computer optimization of sheet materials easily accomplished?
The computer can convert a cultist into a cutting plan automatically.
What is parametric software??
Enables you to adapt and reflect changes instead of redrawing parts that are only different in size. But identical in other details.
How does nesting improve material optimization?
Strategically arranging multiple parts on one single sheet to reduce material waste
What is green dimensioning?
Allows manufacturer to receive solid material closer to material finish size so you have lest waste.
How does a computerized solid optimizing saw recognize defects in the material?
Operator marks defects with a florescent pen before the material is scanned by the saw.
How does a computer optimizing cutoff saw for solid identify parts after being cut?
Marked with alcohol-based ink identification #.
Machine sorts materials into piles based on job numbers.
How is material from the solid wood waste stream optimized?
Turned into composite panels, pellet fuel, finger jointed product, firewood or animal bedding.
Why is it better to utilize sheet stock for multiple similar units then single items, in terms of material optimization??
Making multiples of similar units increase yields through economy of scale and more efficient material utilization.
