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Simulation, modelling and validation software
News Release from: Brooks-PRI Automation
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 22 June 2000
Warehousing simulation software on
permanent show
Wakefields Storage and Handling Solutions' new Space and Efficiency Centre has the advanced 3D simulation software AutoMod on view
On Friday 9th June 2000 Christine Woods, of the East Midlands Development Agency, officially opened Wakefields Storage and Handling Solutions, new Space and Efficiency Centre The centre located at Wakefields' Nottingham headquarters, is an excellent example of advanced materials handling systems and equipment from a number of leading suppliers, being demonstrated in a single integrated environment
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 12 Dec 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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The Centre offers prospective users the opportunity of evaluating a range of hardware and technology products in a working situation.
Among the business partners involved in the Centre, alongside Wakefields, is AutoLogic Systems Ltd, who have their most advanced 3D simulation software AutoMod on view.
"Simulation is the perfect technology to prove the quality and effectiveness of any type of warehousing or logistics project." states Graham Carter, Joint Managing Director of leading simulation solutions supplier, AutoLogic Systems Ltd.
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"That is why, we are delighted to be Wakefield's preferred Simulation software partner in this exciting new venture.
We believe the Space and Efficiency Centre, which is the first of its kind in the UK, will provide invaluable assistance to businesses who wish to take the risk out of selecting and commissioning materials handling equipment." The AutoMod software is an extremely powerful simulation tool and the product of choice for hundreds of highly reputable storage and distribution operators around the world.
Users can model materials handling facilities with absolute accuracy, testing equipment performance, routing efficiency and loading capability under all possible conditions in a minimal risk environment.
AutoMod has been used successfully to model carousels, conveyors and sortation systems as well as order picking, a variety of vehicle types, automated storage/retrieval equipment and operator activities.
It helps to ensure optimum performance is realised from the equipment selected and that work processes are implemented in proposed or existing facilities according to design." The AutoMod demonstration forms an integral part of Wakefields Space and Efficiency Centre.
The models on display include examples of all of the equipment currently on view at the Centre, allowing visitors to experience the business benefits on offer and to see how the equipment is integrated into actual warehouses and distribution centres.
"All those involved, particularly the Wakefields staff, have worked hard to bring this project to successful fruition." Comments Graham Carter, "It is a unique approach to demonstrating a wide range of advanced equipment and systems in a single integrated centre, I am sure it will prove a huge success and deliver a timely and much needed service to all the materials handling professionals who visit it now and in the future.".
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