• The road capability of the tool has been proved in cooperation withBühler and their customers• Currently there is no better way to evaluate different planning versions• A large number of statistic data can be gathered (detailed informationabout capacity utilisation, distribution of...

In this paper we discuss the approach of using simulation for the planning process of flour silo installations. After a brief introduction in the topic the usual performed planning process is presented. Advantages of using simulation as support tool, the requirements for the acceptance and the...

- Efficiency of the clean-up process and thus total removal time can be reduced.- Power consumption of discharge process occurs not only at the unloader but also at the complete conveying line to the silo.- An efficient unloading process results in a short turn on time of the whole harbour...