Slitting Optimisation
Filtro
State-of-the-art slitting optimiser. Dramatically reduces scrap, maximises reel yield and automates complex multi-order cutting patterns.
State-of-the-art slitting optimiser. Dramatically reduces scrap, maximises reel yield and automates complex multi-order cutting patterns.
Filtro is INFORMA's specialised slitting optimiser for plastic film and adhesive paper producers. It automatically calculates the optimal set of cutting patterns across all current orders — minimising trim loss and scrap while maximising reel utilisation.
Developed with deep domain knowledge built up over 35+ years in the film and paper industries, Filtro handles the full combinatorial complexity that makes slitting optimisation one of manufacturing's hardest problems.
Automatically generates and evaluates thousands of cutting patterns to find the combination with the lowest possible scrap.
Jointly optimises patterns across multiple concurrent orders, combining compatible widths to reduce trim loss below what any single-order approach can achieve.
Respects parent roll widths, compulsory edge trimming, core sizes, winding tensions and customer reel specifications — all constraints handled automatically.
When orders change or urgent requests arrive, Filtro re-calculates instantly without disrupting confirmed production.
Modify any solution directly by drag-and-drop — view and adjust cutting patterns, or insert one or more schemas manually when needed.
Cardboard core cutting optimisation, knife-change minimisation and a customer packaging configurator, built into the solver.
KPI (Key Performance Indicators) dashboards for trim and setups by line and product — monitor optimisation performance month by month.
See how Filtro performs on your actual order book in a live demo.