The SCDA job shop simulator 1.1 is a Windows-based application designed for parts processing, serving as both a routing simulator and lead-time forecaster. It requires no installation and utilizes three Excel files for configuration: parts list, resource list, and routings…
Early identification of bottlenecks in internal warehouse transport are an important aspect of warehouse planning and improvement. SCDA uses computer models to analyze internal traffic flow in warehouses, allowing for improvement of warehouse layouts and forklift traffic planning – quickly,…
Developing a digital computer model of shop floor job execution in a CNC job shop allows for de-risking, layout improvement, and improved production planning and execution in job shops. Here is how a discrete-evnet simulation tool and/or model can help…
A recent simulation study, conducted with a customized version of the SCDA warehouse simulator tool, compared and evaluated alternate forklift operational tactics and strategies. As reported separately the introduction of a fast vs slow mover storage-zoning concept reduced average forklift…
In an extension to a previous article, this article shares findings from a simulation study that specifically compared cycling strategies for manually operated forklifts in the shipping warehouse of a plywood factory. The simulation study compared two alternate operational strategies:…