Carpet dyeing systems and methods
US8082057B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T83/04
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Embodiments of the present invention provide systems and methods for “dye-to-order” carpet manufacturing that address deficiencies in the carpet manufacturing industry, some of which are discussed above. In one embodiment, an improved manufacturing system is provided that allows manufacturers to change colors “on the fly” (e.g., within a single roll) with minimal waste. In another embodiment, a dye-to-order processing system is provided that maps multiple orders to undyed carpet rolls such that usage of the undyed carpet rolls is optimized.
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