Rockwell Automation Arena Packaging Users Guide - Manual (Page 7)

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Welcome to the Arena Packaging
Template
What is the Arena Packaging template?
Arena Packaging is a simulation system developed by Rockwell Automation for the
performance analysis of high-speed, high-volume manufacturing systems.
The initial design of the Packaging template was developed by Ouroumoff Diffusion (a
consulting firm headquartered in Lyon, France) during a consulting engagement with
Pechiney CRV to analyze canning lines. The core algorithms of the product involved vital
input from the engineering staff at Pechiney. The final design of the Packaging template
then involved significant input by staff at Rockwell Automation as well as Michigan State
University’s School of Packaging.
Intended audience
The Arena Packaging template is designed for manufacturing or business process consult-
ants and analysts and industrial or systems engineers. It is typically deployed as an enter-
prise business analysis and productivity tool.
We assume that you are familiar with the basic concepts and terms used in these types of
systems. You are interested in improving business or manufacturing productivity and are
responsible for evaluating and predicting the impact of proposed strategic and tactical
changes to help improve performance. A familiarity with computers and the Microsoft
®
Windows ® operating system is assumed. A familiarity with the concepts and terms used
in simulation is also helpful.
Where can I go for help?
Our commitment to your success starts with the suite of learning aids and assistance we
provide for Arena. Whether you’re new to simulation or a seasoned veteran putting a new
tool to use, you’ll quickly feel at home with Arena Packaging.
Reference the user’s guides
The documentation set includes this manual, Arena Packaging Template User’s Guide,
which cover the product basics as well as the Arena User’s Guide, which covers the
standard product modules and offers an easy, “click-by-click” tutorial, and the Variables
Guide, a separate reference booklet providing complete descriptions of Arena variables
found in the Arena product templates.