Simulation Modeling of an Automated System for Electrostatic Powder Coating

Abstract

This paper presents results obtained from a simulation of an automated system for the electrostatic powder coating of metal components in the electronics industry, in the United Kingdom. Following a brief overview of the application of simulation to automated manufacturing environments, the simulation modeling of the above mentioned system is described. The simulation model was developed using the software package "WITNESS", and was experimented with in order to discover the possibilities of increasing the throughput of the system. Results obtained are discussed as well as lines of further research.