Material management (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards

Planning cuts to reduce waste & save money efficiently

Any material not in the final product

Minimize waste areas, align to edges, group similar parts

21.4%

9.3%

Standard sizes materials are manufactured & sold in

Fitting shapes together with no overlaps or gaps

Minimal waste between parts due to precision

Aligning decorative elements to flow naturally

Increases waste but creates better-looking products