Resources are categorized in different classes. Each class drives the major function and behavior of the resource in a layout.
Class
Description
Production
Resources with controlled kinematics for production and manufacturing purpose.
Robots and machines
Gantry and rails
Workpiece positioner
End effector
Human
Humans that perform some kind of manufacturing operation.
Peripheral
Resources directly supporting the manufacturing operations.
Tool magazine
Tool
Fixture
Jig
Dress up
Miscellaneous
Resources to complete a manufacturing environment.
Furniture
Chassis
Floor plan
Protection
Building parts
Logistics
Components for logistic flow and transportation operations.
Logistics sub types
Source
Transport
Buffer
Storage