scholarly journals Discrete-Event Simulation and Optimization of Spare Parts Inventory and Preventive Maintenance Integration Model Considering Cooling Down and Machine Dismantling Time Factor

Evergreen ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-85
Author(s):  
Fachransjah Aliunir ◽  
Teuku Yuri M. Zagloel ◽  
Romadhani Ardi
Keyword(s):  
Discrete Event Simulation ◽  
Preventive Maintenance ◽  
Discrete Event ◽  
Spare Parts ◽  
Time Factor ◽  
Integration Model ◽  
Simulation And Optimization ◽  
Event Simulation ◽  
Spare Parts Inventory

Analysis, Simulation and Optimization of the Milking Process in a Cowshed for the Production of Parmigiano Reggiano

2016 ◽  
Vol 12 (9) ◽  
pp. 851-865 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mattia Armenzoni ◽  
Eleonora Bottani ◽  
Marta Rinaldi ◽  
Sergio Amedeo Gallo ◽  
Roberto Montanari
Keyword(s):  
Discrete Event Simulation ◽  
Discrete Event ◽  
Real Data ◽  
Simulation And Optimization ◽  
Event Simulation ◽  
Discrete Event Simulation Model ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Real Performance ◽  
Time Required ◽  
Parmigiano Reggiano

Abstract The aim of this study is to optimize the milking process of a cowshed, located near Parma (Italy), which provides milk to some dairy companies, for the production of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. The ultimate goal of the analysis is to reduce the time required for milking operations, thus optimizing the whole management of the farm processes. A discrete-event simulation model is designed under Simul8™ to reproduce the main processes of the cowshed and the movements of the animals inside the cowshed, before and after milking. The model exploits real data collected from the direct observation of the farm and is validated by comparing the results provided with the real performance of the milking activities. Then, it is used to test two new configurations of the cowshed layout and to assess their performance, in terms of the total time required for milking. Interesting savings in the total milking time are found.

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