This section walks through the process of creating a simple ReliaSim model from scratch. The goal is not to capture every detail immediately, but to establish the basic structure of a system so that flow, constraints, and behavior can be explored.
You can follow these steps to create a new model or adapt an existing one. The process begins by defining the structure of the system. We can add nodes such as buffers and constraints, and then introduce interrupts to describe the process in question.
In this example, we will build a simple model of a jarring process. The goal is to show how a basic production flow can be represented in ReliaSim using just a few nodes. We're taking inspiration from the video below, but for the sake of simplicity, let's look at one focus area.
We will model a line where bulk product is supplied to a filling station, filled into jars, packed into cases, and sent to finished goods. This smaller example keeps the focus on understanding how material moves through a system before adding more complexity.
As you follow along, remember that early models do not need to be perfect. Start by capturing the main steps in the process. Once the structure is in place, you can refine rates, capacities, and behavior as needed.
Skippy Peanut Butter ProductionAs you work through the following pages, focus on capturing the major process steps first. Additional detail can always be added later as the model evolves.
To start with, put together the basic structure.