Discrete Event Simulation Applications in Validating / Designing Warehouse Operations

1. Simulation Applications in Warehouse Operations

2. Contents 1. Background 2. Inputs / Outputs/ Fundamentals pertaining to warehouse simulations 3. Case Studies

3. 1. BACKGROUND

5. Material Handling System are of two types : Vehicle Type or Non Vehicle Type Vehicle Type: Use a transporter to carry the load along a path that may or may not be predefined. E.g.: Fork Trucks, Pallet Jacks, AS/ RS, AGVs, Bridge Cranes Non Vehicle Types: They usually have a fixed path and do not require a vehicle to transport the load, may or may not consist of multiple sections. E.g. : Conveyors

7. 2. Inputs / Outputs / Fundamental Issues pertaining to Warehouse Simulations

8. Inputs for various entities in a warehouse

20. 3. CASE STUDIES

21. CASE STUDIES Material Handling Example : Packaging Line

26. Use of simulations in validating new warehouse operations

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