Optional machines

It is possible for machines in the production line to create some materials, but not all.

These scenarios show how lines would be modeled accordingly:

Line A: Optional cutter

Because the cutting machine is optional, the line must be modeled as two line sections:

  • Cutting
  • Line A

Line B: Optional washer

Similarly, because the washer is optional, the line must be modeled as two line sections:

  • Line B
  • Washer

Line C: Optional cutting and washer

It is also possible that raw materials at the beginning of the process do not require cutting and the pieces do not require washing. This means that both the cutting machine and the washing machine are optional, so the line must be modeled as three line sections:

  • Cutting
  • Washing
  • Line C