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Description

Bulk Flow Analyst serves as a Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulation tool tailored for engineers seeking to assess and enhance the flow of bulk materials in transfer chutes and conveyor systems. Created by engineers who possess in-depth knowledge of transfer chute design, this software aims to simplify DEM simulations, allowing users to concentrate on the performance of the chutes rather than getting bogged down by intricate DEM settings. The tool is capable of simulating various transfer challenges involving bulk materials traversing through chutes, hoppers, feeders, conveyor transfer points, and other related material-handling devices. It enables designers to visualize and assess how particles flow, collide, accumulate, discharge, and interact with their surroundings under varying operational conditions. By utilizing DEM, the software assists in addressing complex conveyor design issues, such as flow dynamics, chute blockages, wear on belts and chute surfaces, dust generation, material spillage, degradation, and impact behavior, thus providing a comprehensive solution for engineers in the field. Additionally, it helps to ensure that material handling systems operate efficiently, minimizing possible disruptions and enhancing overall productivity.

Description

The system is designed to manage the operation of a conveyor setup equipped with sorters that categorize cases for distribution to retail outlets. It functions on a wave basis and creates a wave plan that is generated automatically, although users have the option to modify it. Key objectives include ensuring balanced conveyor operations, designating sorting lanes for specific categories, and consolidating smaller sort categories. Additionally, both the conveyors and sorters can be customized by the user to suit various operational needs. This flexibility in configuration allows for optimized sorting and distribution efficiency.

API Access

Has API

API Access

Has API

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Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Pricing Details

$1,000 one-time payment
Free Trial
Free Version

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

Overland Conveyor Company

Founded

1996

Country

United States

Website

www.overlandconveyor.com/bulk-flow-analyst

Vendor Details

Company Name

Minidata

Website

www.minidata.ca

Product Features

Logistics

3PL
Barcoding / RFID
CRM
Container Tracking
Cross Docking
Fleet Management
Inventory Management
Order Management
Purchasing
Scheduling
Shipping Management
Transportation Management

Production Scheduling

"What If" Scenarios
Automated Scheduling
Bottleneck Optimization
Capacity Planning
Constraint Scheduling
Job Scheduling
Material Planning
Priority-Based Scheduling
Quality Control

Warehouse Management

3PL Management
Barcoding / RFID
Category Customization
Channel Management
Demand Planning
Inventory Management
Location Control
Order Management
Purchasing
Quality Control
Receiving / Putaway Management
Returns Management
Shipping Management

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