Simulation as a tool for production optimization, in the case of plastic pipe manufacturing

Authors

  • Byron Loor Alcívar Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.
  • Ronny P. Carriel Sevillano Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.
  • Betsy M. Olvera Moran Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.
  • Sonia Rodríguez Merchán Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53591/easi.v4i2.2619

Keywords:

simulation, optimization, production, plastic pipes

Abstract

Simulation is a method that allows creating a scenario like the real one to predict specific events. The objectives was determine how simulation has become an essential tool to optimize production and estimate its decisive contribution to industrial development. Methodology quantitative, descriptive study, use of indirect observation in a plastic pipe processing plant, grinding area, extrusion-injection. The results obtained expressed that, the application of the Arena software facilitated the development of the simulation of the production process, whose positive impact on the decision to increase the number of mills from 3 to 4, eliminated the existing bottleneck, increasing the installed capacity in the next five years in 22%. It was concluded that, the simulation has become an essential tool in manufacturing organizations, which must be integrated into all areas of the production process, to guarantee successful decision-making in terms of supply, design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and after-sales service.

Author Biographies

  • Byron Loor Alcívar, Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.

    He is a university professor and researcher with a solid background in engineering. He holds a degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master's degree in Integrated Management Systems. He teaches at the University of Guayaquil and is the author of numerous scientific articles focused on process optimization and quality management. His expertise combines industrial efficiency with systems modeling.

  • Ronny P. Carriel Sevillano, Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.

    He is a university professor and researcher with a solid background in engineering. He holds a degree in industrial engineering and a master's degree in project management. He teaches at the University of Guayaquil and is the author of numerous articles and has participated in conferences as a speaker. His project management skills allow him to apply expert judgment to make complex decisions, solve problems, and guide a project to success, meeting scope, time, budget, and quality objectives.

  • Betsy M. Olvera Moran, Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.

    She holds a degree in Information Systems and a Master's degree in Integrated Management Systems from the University of Guayaquil. With experience as a university professor, she has taught subjects such as Environmental Management, Computer Applications, and Methodology. She has also served as a thesis advisor and has actively participated in conferences as a speaker and authored several scientific articles.

  • Sonia Rodríguez Merchán, Faculty of Industrial Engineering, Universidad de Guayaquil, Guayaquil 090514, Ecuador.

    Is an Industrial Engineer and professor at the University of Guayaquil. She holds a Master's degree in Occupational Safety, Health, and Hygiene, which provides her with a comprehensive understanding of occupational risk management and operational efficiency. Her research focuses on the application of process optimization and statistical control methodologies for continuous improvement in industrial and service environments. Her expertise combines industrial efficiency with ensuring a safe work environment.

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2025-11-04

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Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): [Special issue] CIIA 2025 - International Conference of Applied Industrial Engineering: Intelligent Models and Data Engineering

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Simulation as a tool for production optimization, in the case of plastic pipe manufacturing. (2025). EASI: Engineering and Applied Sciences in Industry, 4(2), 25-33. https://doi.org/10.53591/easi.v4i2.2619