Which manufacturing processes can be simulated?
There is very little which can not be simulated. Simulation has been applied with good success to almost all stages and all aspects of product manufacture, starting from the design of the product all the way through to recycling and disposal.
Simulation models are built on several levels of detail: the machining of an individual part (e.g. drilling or milling operations), the assembly of parts (welding, moounting, ...), the exact operation of humans or robots (e.g. to calculate cycle times). On a more aggregate level, you can also model the flow of products or parts through the entire workshop. On an even higher level, you can model the supply chain connecting distributed plants.
You can model and investigate processes that take some seconds, and you can model processes that last for weeks or even months.
The level of detail, the considered time and the modelling domain always depend on the questionns you want to answer by simulation. There is not a single model which can answer all questions. All the many approaches and modelling techniques have their particular contribution to make.
It is therefore essential to define clearly the purpose of a model (i.e. the questins you want to investigate using the model) before deciding which model to use.
Sim-Serv offers its neutral support particularly for this decision.
Who is behind SIM-SERV?
The co-ordinator of the SIM-SERV project is VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland. Other contractors are SimulationsDienstleistungsZentrum GmbH from Germany and City University in London. The SIM-SERV network currently has 50 technology suppliers across Europe - please see the 'members' section of our web site for details.
What does SIM-SERV offer for me?
SIM-SERV has several services for manufacturing, solution providers, developers and equipment manufacturers.
Our service offering for manufacturers is described in the services section of our site.
You are welcome to contact us via web site or phone our call centre. We will be pleased to tell you more!
How can I join SIM-SERV Suppliers?
SIM-SERV Suppliers are selected based on their capability to deliver state-of-the-art technology solutions and services. You are welcome to contact us via our web site or phone our call centre - contact details are contained in the 'contact us' section of our web site. We look forward to providing further information.
Why should I use simulation?
Competition in the manufacturing industry becomes ever tougher. Companies face increased pressure to bring products to market at a faster rate than ever before. There is no room for mistakes, as every wrong action is reflected in the bottom line. Simulation helps optimise manufacturing, process and logistics and ensure that problems are anticipated and resolved even before the production facility is built. Simulation technology also enables workers to train on a virtual learning environment and the engineers to test the digital control systems before implementation.
What is simulation?
Simulation means representation of selected properties of a physical or abstract system by a model. The model of the target system is used, for example, to research the behaviour of the target system. Please see the simulation section of our web page for a detailed description.
How is SIM-SERV financed?
SIM-SERV is financed by the EU under Framework Programme V "Competitive and Sustainable Growth".
What are the benefits for manufacturers?
Manufacturers benefit by accessing an independent source of expertise. They get unbiased advice on what techniques will solve their problems and can access highly competent solutions suppliers across Europe. SIM-SERV will also oversee the development and supply of such systems, in order to ensure that delivery is in full - and at the right price.
What is SIM-SERV?
SIM-SERV is the first virtual centre for simulation. SIM-SERV's mission is to help industry to increase efficiency and productivity by leveraging on the modern simulation technology. SIM-SERV is initiated as a Thematic Network project in Framework Programme V "Competitive and Sustainable Growth".
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