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Material Flow Analysis for Production Facilities
Material flows that have evolved over time can contain hidden losses: transports that cross each other, buffers that occupy valuable floor space, and stations waiting for material. A material flow analysis shows where the flow can be improved and provides a better basis for decision-making before an investment or change.
Flow Mapping of the Current Situation
We map how material moves through the facility: for example, transport routes, distances, handling, and waiting times. The analysis is based on your layout, production volumes, and observations in the operation, providing a clear and quantifiable picture of the current situation.
Capacity and Bottleneck Analysis
We analyze the capacity of the flow and identify where limitations and waiting times occur. By comparing the capacity of the stations with the production takt time, we can show how different changes can affect the total flow.
Layout Optimization and Freed Floor Space
Based on the mapping and capacity analysis, we develop layout alternatives tailored to the needs of the operation. Where appropriate, transport and buffers can be moved vertically, freeing up valuable floor space for production and other value-adding work.
Simulation Before You Decide
With OCS VSE, the proposed flow can be visualized, simulated, and emulated before the system is built. You can evaluate capacity, disruption scenarios, and different layout alternatives in a digital model. This provides a better basis for decision-making and reduces risk before installation and commissioning.
Frequently Asked Questions about Material Flow Analysis
It depends on the size of the facility, the scope of the analysis, and the availability of your production data. The work may include a site visit and a review of the layout, volumes, and production conditions. The scope is determined together with you in an initial stage.
Typically, a layout drawing, production volumes, takt times, and information about current transport routes are needed. If parts of the documentation are missing, we will help you identify what information needs to be supplemented.
Yes. With the OCS VSE service, the proposed system can be simulated based on relevant production data. This makes it possible to evaluate the solution and compare different alternatives before a decision is made. Pricing is based on the project’s complexity.
In many cases, the mapping can be carried out during ongoing operations through observations and analysis of existing production data. The conditions are assessed in close consultation with you as the customer.
The scope and price are determined in the preliminary study, as it depends on the size of the facility. Please contact us via the contact page to discuss the conditions.
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