An integrated approach to the layout of flexible transfer lines (FTLs): Buffer stocks allocation

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-1993

Abstract

A key factor to a successful layout design is the allocation of the limited buffer space between the work cells of a production line. Based on a closed-form solution, this paper presents an algorithm for the optimum allocation of buffer stocks in flexible transfer lines. The analysis assumes the availability of a general storage area (central buffer), where blocked jobs can be kept until needed. Although the algorithm is devloped for Markovian systems, it has been found applicable also to non-Markovian ones. © 1993.

Identifier

0027624159 (Scopus)

Publication Title

International Journal of Production Economics

External Full Text Location

https://doi.org/10.1016/0925-5273(93)90115-2

ISSN

09255273

First Page

489

Last Page

499

Issue

C

Volume

30-31

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