Delivery of the proper carpet at the expected time is an important consideration of every client. The carpet order must be entered properly to ensure that both the manufacturing and the delivery schedules can be met.
The specifier must first understand the manufacturer's scheduling restrictions that apply to a carpet order. The contract dealer or distributor and sometimes the manufacturer does not stock commercial carpet. Most commercial carpet is made to order.
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There are some types of carpet (woven and tufted) that require considerably longer than four weeks to manufacture. Machine availability, process schedules plus fiber and material inventories are basic considerations. The manufacturing capacity and availability at any one time is another consideration. Therefore, the specifier must work in advance of the project schedule, to a reasonable degree, with the chosen supplier.
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A key factor affecting availability is the manufacturing process for both the yarn and the carpet. Using a pre-colored yarn often means that the yarn must first be processed and then dyed. . . steps which require extra time. Carpets which utilize batch or continuous dyeing techniques often have faster manufacturing times and are more readily available.
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Another key service consideration is dye lot availability at the manufacturer. Generally, it is desirable to have a single dye lot for any commercial carpet project. This ensures that the carpet will match roll-to-roll and within the roll in terms of color.
Prompt service depends on manufacturer capability, transportation factors and installer availability. Carpet is primarily delivered by truck in the United States. Very little carpet is shipped by rail because of the awkwardness of handling carpet in rail cars. Because several freight lines may be involved in the shipping and delivery of one carpet, adequate time must be allowed for transportation to the installer or job site.
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