AdamJ

Can this handle modeling a complex manufacturing operation? I need to model up times, down times, failures, setups for multiple machines including testing and rework and 1000's of part types with varying routings. Is there anyway to import this data or does it all have to be done manually? I am not a programmer of any kind so I also need to know any code requirements if this is possible. AJ

You can model pretty much any manufacturing operation, regardless of the number of parts. Simcad Pro has built in tools to dynamically import the routings from an excel sheet or a database (ERP/MRP also) and use it in the model, so there is no need to create all the part types in the model itself. In addition, you can add sorting, setup, and machine uptime very quickly to the modeled equipment. All model settings are done through simple dialog boxes used to enable different constraints on the machine. The user interface was designed based on user feedback to simplify data entry and constraint definition.

Concerning coding, Simcad Pro is the only tool on the market today that does not generate code, nor does it require code to build the models. For the programmers and code savy people, there is a VB scripting engine available. In some cases, the VB script is required to perform a very unique behavior, besides that all the constraint definition is done through the graphical interface. This no coding patented environment is what make Simcad Pro unique and allows the model constraints (changing the flow, adding processes, modifying resources, ...) to be changed On-the-Fly while the simulation is running.

Unlike other tools that claim to have modules that do everything and handle every situation, Simcad Pro provide a simple interface that allows you to complete accurate models in record time. Keep in mind that those modules that other tools claim to do everything are based on C# or C++ code, so making any changes to them will require you to learn those criptic languages. Creating new behavior is even worse.

AdamJ

Would the requirements I describe in my post qualify as a unique behavior or is this functionality available "out of the box"? AJ

Hi AJ, the functionality to import and apply settings/parameters/contraints is integrated into Simcad's patented modeling environment and does not require any coding.

The functionality you are looking for is Out-Of-The-Box functionality. The Excel import is done in 2 ways, the first is through a wizard that steps you through the process, while the second allows you to load the excel file interactively and make it part of the model. Note, that in both cases, the excel file can still be modified outside Simcad Pro and the data is read before and during the simulation run. All other constraints such as setup, availability, rework, resources, and others are done directly through the user interface.

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