Simulation and Optimization of a Pull-Strategy in the Order-Picking Area of a Distribution Warehouse
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In this paper, an approach using simulation and optimization to maximize the throughput of an order-picking area is presented. The retrieval of pallets from a high-bay warehouse to the picking stations is formulated as an assignment problem and solved. To consider the dynamic e ects of the materials handling system (con icts, blocking), the optimal static assignment is validated with simulation. The obtained results are very promising. The throughput was signi cantly improved.
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تاریخ انتشار 1997