Optimization of material handling systems

ABSTRACT Material handling uses the right method to provide the right amount of the right material at the right place, at the right time, in the right sequence, in the right position, in the right condition, and at the right cost. It is often stated that material handling only contributes to the cost of producing a product, rather than contributing to the value of a product. Although it is difficult to measure the cost of material handling exactly, it is generally agreed that it represents a significant portion of the cost of doing business. Depending on the type of facility, estimates ranging from 10 to 80% of the total cost have been made. Material handling, if done properly, have a significant potential to add profits to a firm. By thinkig this potential, a simulation working has been made, and data has been transferred to the simulation program. Simulation was run by altering variables transporter units used for material handling and affecting these handling operations in according to the outcomes from simulation program and has been evaluated results. Layout, which is impossible to think without material handling systems, has been taken into consideration and has been evaluated changes on layout by altering data. VII