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how to process 10 pieces in a combiner

how to process 10 pieces in a combiner and they come out one by one with procces flow

FlexSim 20.2.0
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tannerp avatar image tannerp commented ·

@giovani.ba,

A combiner is used to pack or combine items into one item to be released. I suggest using Process Flow with a Queue or Processor. Do you have an example model you're working with that we can use to provide a solution? If so, please upload it in a comment. Otherwise, please explain a bit more about the process.

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The part of the process is an oven with a capacity of 10 pieces and that operates when it is full, then the pieces go to a conveyor belt.

I Tried to simulate it using a combiner and a source with a pallet, to put 10 pieces together on the pallet and have the combiner process them together.

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Braydn T avatar image Braydn T Giovani BA commented ·

@giovani.ba

Like Tanner mentioned, this is not the correct use for a combiner. I would use process flow and do something like this: batch10.fsm

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Ben Wilson avatar image Ben Wilson ♦♦ commented ·

Hi @giovani.ba, was benjamin.w2's answer helpful? If so, please click the red "Accept" button on their answer. Or if you still have questions, add a comment and we'll continue the conversation.

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Benjamin W2 answered

Hi @giovani.ba,

Here is a simple example of what I think you are trying to do using process flow. Process flow will allow you the ultimate flexibilty to model your system, while the 3d objects can be limiting (such as in this case):

Check out the attached model for details:

10Oven.fsm



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