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Simulation Study
Simulation studies have become an essential tool in designing, evaluating, and implementing complex material handling systems for your distribution or manufacturing facility.

A simulation model allows you to ask the "what if" questions during the design phase of a material handling project. By comparing alternative material handling designs Bastian can save you time and money while reducing your risk. Because of the many benefits, Bastian highly recommends a simulation study to help identify and solve potential problems associated with designing material handling systems.

A simulation study includes using software to build a computer model or simulation model of a proposed material handling system. A simulation model can be built for a new material handling system or may be used to evaluate changes to current operations. Simulation studies for integrated systems that include Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV), Electrified Monorail Systems (EMS), or complex sortation systems are typically modeled by Bastian engineers.

Bastian uses AutoMod as a simulation tool which is unsurpassed in the industry for the design, analysis, and emulation of complex systems. AutoMod combines virtual reality graphics with a flexible, powerful, discrete, and continuous simulation environment. With today's advanced simulation tools, it makes sense to confirm your system model before spending thousands or millions of dollars in capital.

Simulation study benefits:

Risk Mitigation and Cost Avoidance – a better understanding of the overall financial and operational risk inherent in a project will lower contingency planning costs for both the customer and supplier.