Template-Type: ReDIF-Paper 1.0
Author-Name: de Gelder, E.R.
Author-Name-Last: de Gelder
Author-Name: Wagelmans, A.P.M.
Author-Name-Last: Wagelmans
Author-Name-First: Albert
Title: The two-dimensional cutting stock problem within the roller blind production process
Abstract: In this paper we consider a two-dimensional cutting stock problem encountered at a large manufacturer of window covering products. The problem occurs in the production process of made-to-measure roller blinds. We develop a solution method that takes into account the characteristics of the specific problem. In particular, we deal with the fact that fabrics may contain small defects that should end up with the waste. Comparison to previous practice shows significant waste reductions.
Creation-Date: 2007-10-01
File-URL: https://repub.eur.nl/pub/11718/ei2007-47.pdf
File-Format: application/pdf
Series: RePEc:ems:eureir
Number: EI 2007-47
Keywords: cutting, trim loss, two-dimensional cutting stock problem
Handle: RePEc:ems:eureir:11718