How to setup model by using zone, subflow, or list?

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Adrian M asked Oct 26, '23 Jason Lightfoot commented Nov 6, '23

How to setup model by using zone, subflow, or list?

There are two questions:

1. How can I batch three units together to be processed at one processor then unbatched after processing? Essentially, this will apply for the majority of processors I have.

2. How can I only allow a total of 36 units to be processed at a time? I would like the units waiting their turn in the beginning until there is less than 36 units already being processed throughout the system. The starting point where the units may wait is in Queue1 and after a unit finishes processing at Processor5 then another can enter the system.

36 in Zone.fsm

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FlexSim 23.0.2

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36-in-zone.fsm (59.1 KiB)

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Adrian M commented · Oct 27, 2023 at 12:57 AM

I think I figured out how to do partial of what I asked. Is there an easier way to do this like utilizing a list. Updated: 36 in Zone.fsm

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36-in-zone.fsm (56.8 KiB)

Jeanette F ♦♦ Adrian M commented · Oct 31, 2023 at 04:29 PM

Do the 3 items need to stay together till they exit processor 5 or are 3 items processed at a time on each processor? Is it intended that the 3 items are carried together between the processors?

You can also use a combiner with the batch mode to process 3 items at a time.

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Adrian M Jeanette F ♦♦ commented · Oct 31, 2023 at 04:38 PM

They need to unbatch after each processor and need to be rebatched before entering a new processor because after each processor they will be inspected individually.

Ahhh yes, the combiner, but can we do it through process flow? Which would be more ideal to use?

Let me know if you have other questions. Thank you for responding.

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Jason Lightfoot ♦ commented · Nov 06, 2023 at 12:08 PM

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Answer 1 · 2023-11-01T04:23:00Z

Jeanette F answered Nov 1, '23

Hello @Adrian M,

I used combiners that are batching instead of processors and I use process flow to limit the 36 items that are allowed into the system. Process Flow can be used to transport the items, but it also works to use the 3D objects for that.

I don't see why this number is 36 given the most number of items possible is 15 items. I am assuming though there is more to be added in and the 36 will make more sense later on with your model development.

Please let me know if I can be of further assistance.

36-in-zone_1.fsm

36-in-zone-1.fsm (76.7 KiB)

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