A dynamic multi-objective approach for the reconfigurable multi-facility layout problem

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2017

Authors

Azevedo, MM (Author) Other; Crispim, JA (Author) Other; Jorge Pinho de Sousa (Author) FEUP

Journal

Title: Journal of Manufacturing Systems

Vol. 42

Pages: 140-152

ISSN: 0278-6125

Publisher: Elsevier

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Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00M-JHG

DOI: 10.1016/j.jmsy.2016.12.008

Abstract (EN): The multi-facility layout problem involves the physical organization of departments inside several facilities, to allow flexible and efficient operations. This work studies the facility layout problem in a new perspective, considering a group of facilities, and two different concerns: the location of departments within a group of facilities, and the location of departments inside each facility itself. The problem is formulated as a Quadratic Programming Problem with multiple objectives and unequal areas, allowing layout reconfigurations in each planning period. The objectives of the model are: the minimization of costs (material handling inside facilities and between facilities, and re-layout); the maximization of adjacency between departments; and the minimization of the "unsuitability" of department positions and locations. This unsuitability measure is a new objective proposed in this work, to combine the characteristics of existing locations with the requirements of departments. The model was tested with data from the literature as well as with a problem inspired in a first tier supplier in the automotive industry. Preliminary results show that this work can be viewed as an innovative and promising integrated approach for tackling real, complex facility layout problems.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 13