A simulation optimization approach for facility layout problem

In order to response effectively to the changes in product mix and volume, manufacturing facility need to be changed frequently. So the facility layout design becomes critical. In the paper, a simulation optimization methodology is proposed to resolve the facility layout problem. Firstly, candidate...

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Published in2008 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Engineering Management pp. 734 - 738
Main Authors Guoxin Wang, Yan Yan, Xiang Zhang, Jingchang Shangguan, Yanqiu Xiao
Format Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published IEEE 01.12.2008
Subjects
Analytical models
Computational modeling
Costs
Design optimization
facility layout
genetic algorithm
Layout
Manufacturing
Materials handling
Mathematical programming
Optimization methods
Production facilities
simulation
simulation optimization
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ISBN9781424426294
1424426294
ISSN2157-3611
DOI10.1109/IEEM.2008.4737966

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Summary:In order to response effectively to the changes in product mix and volume, manufacturing facility need to be changed frequently. So the facility layout design becomes critical. In the paper, a simulation optimization methodology is proposed to resolve the facility layout problem. Firstly, candidate facility layout schemes are suggest by GA that automatically guides the system towards better solutions. Secondly, Simulation models are used to evaluate the performance of candidate facility layout schemes, the results of evaluation are returned to the GA to be utilized in selection of the next generation of candidate facility layout schemes to be evaluated. This process continues until a satisfactory solution is obtained. Finally, a case study is presented to illustrate the application of the proposed approach.
ISBN:9781424426294
1424426294
ISSN:2157-3611
DOI:10.1109/IEEM.2008.4737966