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Redesign of a recycling system for LPG-tanks

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Blanc, H.M. le
Fleuren, H.
Krikke, H.R. (Tilburg University, CentER Applied Research)

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This paper presents a case study of a typical reverse logistics problem: the redesign of a recycling system for LPG-tanks. Uncertainty in systems behavior and the difficulty in gathering reliable data are common in reverse logistics network design questions. Especially while the total costs consist for almost 50% of transportation costs, reliable transportation costs estimations are crucial. We used a vehicle routing model to solve this data problem and fed the estimations to a mathematical programming model. The system uncertainty was tackled with sensitivity analysis.

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Paper provided by Tilburg University, Center Applied Research in its series Discussion Paper with number 1.

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Keywords: reverse logistics; network design;

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