industrial shrinkage
[/ɪnˈdʌstriəl ˈʃrɪŋkɪdʒ/]
nounpl: industrial shrinkages
encolhimento industrial
1. The reduction in size, volume, or weight of raw materials or products during manufacturing or industrial processing due to loss of moisture, heat treatment, or chemical changes
The textile factory accounts for industrial shrinkage of approximately 5% when calculating final product dimensions.
A fábrica têxtil contabiliza um encolhimento industrial de aproximadamente 5% ao calcular as dimensões do produto final.
2. Losses in inventory or production output due to waste, damage, evaporation, or other manufacturing inefficiencies
Industrial shrinkage in the paint manufacturing process results in a 3% loss of usable product.
O encolhimento industrial no processo de fabricação de tinta resulta em uma perda de 3% do produto utilizável.
3. The natural decrease in material dimensions when subjected to drying, cooling, or curing processes
Concrete experiences industrial shrinkage as it cures, which engineers must account for in structural design.
O concreto sofre encolhimento industrial conforme cura, o que os engenheiros devem contabilizar no projeto estrutural.
This is primarily technical terminology used in manufacturing, quality assurance, and engineering sectors in both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazilian industrial contexts, it's commonly discussed in textile, concrete, ceramics, and chemical manufacturing. The term is essential for pricing calculations, inventory management, and product specification compliance. Understanding and calculating industrial shrinkage is critical for maintaining product quality standards and meeting customer expectations in export-oriented Brazilian industries.
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