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Only pick up new boxes when queue is completely empty.

Hi,

I'm a total beginner with FlexSim... Can you help me with the following problem? There is Queue1 and Queue2 and an operator who should transport the boxes from 1 to 2. But it is essential that he only starts to pick up new boxes from 1 after 2 got completely empty. Every time he should transport 10 pieces and then wait until they all are were processed by Processor2.

onlypicup10boxeswhenqueueisempty.fsm

Thanks in advance!

kind regards

Tobi

FlexSim 19.2.1
flowmanagement queues
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zacharyh answered

Try using Triggers to close and open ports. On Entry close it and On Exit re-open the port to allow items in once the queue is empty.

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Going through the tutorials may help you find other solutions to your problem.


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