2020 Update 2 Features
FlexSim 2020 Update 2 is the first FlexSim release featuring the new Agent Systems tool, used in agent-based modeling. This release also includes updates to the UI, Process Flow, Emulation, and much more!
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Agent Systems Tool | Agent-Based Modeling
FlexSim’s Agent Systems tool is a set of features that will help you add agent-based systems and behaviors to your models. This tool is useful for any simulation model that wants to account for the interactions of people or other entities as they move through a system.
FlexSim 2020 Update 2: Agent-Based Modeling Features + UI Updates
FlexSim 2020 Update 2 includes our most focused effort yet to include agent-based behaviors to your simulation models. This release also includes significant updates and improvements to object/activity properties, the user interface, and Process Flow functionality.
FlexSim 2020 Tutorial: Part Three
A streamlined video tutorial for FlexSim 2020. This video covers Chapters 5 + 6 of our FlexSim Core training course; topics include basic task sequences, custom task sequences, and conveyor systems.
Patient Arrivals
Learn everything you need to know about modeling patient arrivals in a simulation model. Part of the FlexSim Healthcare Instructional Video Series.
FlexSim 2020 Tutorial: Part Two
A streamlined video tutorial for FlexSim 2020. This video covers Chapter 4 of our FlexSim Core training course; topics include using Process Flow to build logic, with a multi-phased exercise to guide you through this model-building approach.
Dev Talk: FlexSim’s Agent Module
FlexSim’s lead developer Anthony Johnson takes you through FlexSim’s new tools for modeling agent systems. See how you can use this functionality for proximity detection and social force.
FlexSim 2020 Tutorial: Part One
A streamlined video tutorial for FlexSim 2020. This video covers Chapters 1-3 of our FlexSim Core training course; topics include an introduction to simulation, FlexSim concepts and terminology, simulation modeling basics, and the first model building exercises.
FlexSim HC 2020 Tutorial
A narrated video version of the FlexSim Healthcare Tutorial for FlexSim 2020. Learn everything you need to know for healthcare systems modeling and analysis, including layout, patient flow, staff, locations, transport & equipment, travel paths, and advanced functionality.
Support Plan for 32-bit and 64-bit Operating Systems
Beginning with FlexSim 2021, we will no longer be releasing 32-bit versions of FlexSim. FlexSim’s system requirements will include using a 64-bit Windows operating system. We believe this change will improve the quality of our software and maintain an exceptional user experience.
Winners Announced for 4th Lean Simulation Competition in Brazil
For the fourth straight year, FlexSim Simulation Software sponsored the Lean Simulation Competition in Brazil. Each year, a similar competition is held where students have the opportunity to use FlexSim to face and solve a complex consulting project, problem or planning.
2020 Update 1 Features
FlexSim 2020 Update 1 is another huge step forward for FlexSim’s AGV module, both in its improvements to model more warehousing situations and in its new ability to model train and rail systems.
FlexSim 2020 Update 1: Trains, Pop-Out Menus, and Data/Statistics
This release is another huge step forward for FlexSim’s AGV module, both in its improvements to model more warehousing situation and in its new ability to model train and rail systems. FlexSim 2020 Update 1 also streamlines libraries with new pop-out menus, introduces a simpler and more friendly Statistics Collector, and much more.
Latin American Simulation Competition 2019 Winners and Looking Ahead to 2020
Winners to the FlexSim Latino American Competition of Logistics Simulation were recently announced during the Latin American Congress Closing Awards event in Ecuador on March 13. Students competed to deliver simulation-based solutions for a real-world problem in South America.
Finalists Announced for 11th Annual Latin American Simulation Competition
FlexSim software was used in the recent Latin America simulation competition. Teams, which ranged from all across South America, submitted solutions and 3D simulation models to solve distribution handling and operating problems.
FlexSim 2020: OPC UA Support, People Modeling, Lighting and More
This release features improvements and additions throughout the software, from visuals to emulation to people-based modeling and beyond. FlexSim 2020 adds support for the OPC UA protocol when making PLC connections, adds numerous updates and additions for people-based modeling, new lighting effects, and much more.
FlexSim 2019 Update 2: Warehousing Functionality, Ray Tracing, Dashboard Improvements
This release introduces a massive amount of functionality and new tools for modeling warehouses, including new storage system objects and options. FlexSim 2019 Update 2 also includes rendering with ray tracing, extensive dashboard improvements, and more.
FlexSim 2019 Update 1: People Visuals + Data, Multi-Floor Modeling
FlexSim 2019 Update 1 expands on the People Module, with better visuals, automatic data collection, chart templates, and elevators.
Students Use FlexSim Software to Compete in Social Innovation Virtual Reality Contest
FlexSim was recently featured in a virtual reality social innovation competition that aimed to solve existing social and environmental issues in Hong Kong. Students were trained to use the simulation software to create their own 3D models and judged on their design, innovations, and overall presentation.
FlexSim 2019: JT Importer, Deeper People and A* Modules
FlexSim 2019 includes the ability to import JT files, improvements to the A* and People Modules, and much more.