by Karen | Jan 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Bernard Schroer, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Dr. Michael D. Anderson, P.E., Dr. William Killingsworth, Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Prof Dietmar Moeller, Publication
This paper presents a simulation model to evaluate the operations of the container facility at the International Intermodal Center in Huntsville, AL. The simulation was used to determine if throughput can satisfy anticipated demand and if sufficient resources are... by Karen | Jan 1, 2009 | Center & Office Research, Dr. Bernard Schroer, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Presentation, Presented, Prof Dietmar Moeller, Publication, Transportation Research Board Annual Conference
This paper presents the application of simulation to determine the inspection resources needed to minimize disruption resulting from increased security inspection of containers at an intermodal terminal. The initial simulation run intentionally started with a large... by Emily Finney | Dec 1, 2008 | Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Publication
The 2007 – 2008 research into Transportation Infrastructure in Alabama had two main focal points and many meaningful findings. The two main focal points were the creation of the Freight Planning Framework, with particular emphasis on the disaggregation and use of... by Emily Finney | Sep 14, 2008 | Alabama Biomass Program, Publication
Owens Lumber | Pine Apple (Monroe County) After installing a Hurst hybrid wood-fired boiler in 2008, Owens Lumber was able to use it to supply steam to their drying kiln. Owens Lumber... by Karen | Jan 1, 2008 | Anthony Holden, Center & Office Research, Dr. Bernard Schroer, Dr. Gregory A. Harris, P.E., Freight, Logistics, & Transportation, Presentation, Presented, Prof Dietmar Moeller, Publication, Transportation Research Board Annual Conference
The use of simulation in evaluating the impact of productivity improvement activities at the McDuffie Coal Terminal located at the Alabama State Docks in Mobile, Alabama, is discussed. Simulations are being employed for port and terminal operations at an increasing... by Emily Finney | Sep 14, 2006 | Alabama Biomass Program, Publication
Valley Lumber | Hackleburg (Marion County) Valley Lumber was able to stop using natural gas completely, after installing a wood-fired heated-oil system in 2006. Valley Lumber...