Abstract:
The principal intention of this paper is to develop an approach for modeling bulk lane storage in a high-volume warehouse environment. Poor layout planning can lead to an...Show MoreMetadata
Abstract:
The principal intention of this paper is to develop an approach for modeling bulk lane storage in a high-volume warehouse environment. Poor layout planning can lead to an ineffective use of space and is a concern of many companies today. A simulation methodology is presented to evaluate alternative bulk storage warehouse configurations. Parameters of interest are the depth of bulk lane rows and the space allotted for various frequency zones. Analysis of representative data shows that there are variations of bulk lane depth and zone size that can reduce travel distance and thus reduce cost. In addition, we present an application of the methodology involving the design of a bulk storage facility for a company.
Published in: 2016 Winter Simulation Conference (WSC)
Date of Conference: 11-14 December 2016
Date Added to IEEE Xplore: 19 January 2017
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Electronic ISSN: 1558-4305