Resource Needs: Pallets, AGVs, and Material Handling Optimization

Optimizing the use of pallets, AGVs, and forklifts is essential for smooth material handling. Companies need to balance resource allocation, prevent congestion, and ensure efficient transport routing to maintain productivity.

Challenges

• Right-sizing resources: How many AGVs, pallets, forklifts, or conveyors are needed for efficient operations?
• Bottlenecks in material flow: Where do shortages or congestion occur in handling and transport?
• Dynamic demand changes: How do fluctuations in production volume impact material handling needs?
• Cost vs. performance: How to balance investment in material handling equipment while maintaining productivity?
• Routing & scheduling efficiency: What is the optimal movement strategy for AGVs and other transport systems?

How Simulation Helps

inFACTS Studio enables companies to:

• Simulate production and logistics flows to identify optimal resource allocation.
• Test different AGV, forklift, and pallet strategies to prevent shortages or excess equipment.
• Analyze material handling bottlenecks and optimize flow paths.
• Assess the impact of layout changes on transport efficiency.

Expected Results

• Optimized material handling with the right number of resources.
• Fewer bottlenecks in production and logistics operations.
• Cost-efficient resource utilization by minimizing excess equipment.

With inFACTS Studio, businesses can streamline material handling, reduce bottlenecks, and ensure efficient resource allocation for both production and logistics.

NOTE: Better support for layout and internal logistics is to be launched during 2025.