zaaglijsten
Zaaglijsten is a term used in the wood-processing industry to describe planning documents that specify the cuts to be made on a log or piece of lumber in order to produce targeted boards and other products. A zaaglijst typically records the input stock (species, diameter at the largest section, length), the required outputs (board widths, thicknesses, lengths, and grade requirements), and the kerf and waste allowances. It also outlines the proposed sawing pattern and the sequence of cuts to maximize yield and meet specifications.
Purpose and use: The primary aim is to optimize material yield, control product dimensions, and minimize waste
Contents and forms: entries may include log orientation, allowable differences between pieces, relationships among resulting boards,
Context and history: Zaaglijsten are used by sawyers, foremen, and planners in both industrial mills and large
Etymology and related terms: The Dutch word zaaglijst literally means "saw list" (zaag = saw, lijst = list).