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Multiple layouts for the same process flow

staticfinal.fsmDear all,

I am carrying out a study, wherein I want to compare several different layouting options for the same set of machines. I already have a process flow logic designed for the setup, it is just that I wish to compare it with several other different arrangements (like S, U, L shop floor designs etc.) and generate performance statistics for each case. Is it possible to link the existing process flow logic to several layouts and test them side by side?

Also, does FlexSim provide any default layouts within the software that can be used as a probable option as well?

PFA my current layout and process flow.

Regards,

Akshay Pundir

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Hi @Akshay P,

Thanks for attaching a model to your question to help us answer it.

Unfortunately, FlexSim doesn't have any default layouts built in. This is due to the nature of the product; FlexSim relies on the user to define good inputs and therefore achieve good outputs.

The process flow you have can be duplicated for multiple layouts. I would recommend building the new layouts in the 3D and then attaching them to a duplicate process flow. I don't know how your model is designed on a deeper level, so I can't build an example, but if you have any specific questions about your model, we are happy to help! It will be up to you, however, to build the layouts and process flow to your requirements.

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Hi @Tanner Poulton!

Thank you so much for your reply :)

As I explained in the problem, my process flow logic already exists. All I need to do is to implement the same onto different layouts for the sake of comparison.

I will try to implement the said solution and get back to you on this thread with more questions (if any).

Regards,

Akshay

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Sounds great! You might also consider designing a sub-flow that is common across all layouts. That way, you can create unique tokens and send them to that sub-flow instead of creating multiple process flow blocks that are more or less identical. Just another idea that's worth looking into. Good luck!

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@Tanner Poulton

for duplicating the process flows, would a simple copy paste work? Then for each process flow, I could link it to a specific model layout.

Also, regarding your follow up suggestion, is it possible for you to explain me that with an example?

Regards,

Akshay Pundir

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