Carpet dyeing systems and methods

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2008-04-24

2011-12-20

Douyon, Lorna M (Department: 1761)

Data processing: generic control systems or specific application

Specific application, apparatus or process

Product assembly or manufacturing

C700S130000, C700S131000, C700S132000, C008S400000, C008S478000, C008S636000, C008S929000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08082057

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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