MODELLING AND SIMULATION OF A CONVEYOR BELT SYSTEM FOR OPTIMAL PRODUCTIVITY

The productivity level in an advanced manufacturing environment can be improved by proper design of mechanism at the initial stage in the manufacturing system. The aim of this paper is to model and simulate the design parameters of a conveyor system that transport parts from one production stage to another. The approach of model-based design and simulation was used to achieve optimal efficiency of conveyor belt during its operation. Working parameters that can determine the measurable performance of conveyors were studied and presented in a classical model. Outcome from the analysis were simulated using MATLAB software. Simulation results shows that the design parameters used, gave an optimal operating speed at a reduced time of operation.