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Introduction to Sage X3 weighing management functions 1. Sage X3 weighing module target fields Sage X3 weighing module targets two different business fields, namely the life science field (including chemistry, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and food processing) and manufacturing. Both areas require accurate identification and handling of solid or liquid components. Raw materials and components can be processed through the weighing module, thereby meeting the requirement to provide accurate, clean, contamination-free finished products. The weighing module tracks the outbound work order materials that require the use of weighing equipment. Inventory is automatically transferred to the scale to provide real-time weight data and track work-in-progress. The weighing function has the ability to connect to and interact with weighing equipment to automatically update the weight on the scale in Sage X3, updating inventory and work-in-progress production management in real time. The weighing module is fully integrated with Sage X3's core manufacturing and inventory functional areas. 2. Prerequisites for using the weighing module Modules module To use the weighing function, your system license must contain the following modules: l Manufacturing Production l Weighing Weighing Activity Code Development > Data and Parameters > Development Settings > Activity Codes Before using the weighing function you must activate the following activity codes l MWM - Weighing stations (Module = Manufacturing) MWM - Weighing stations (Module = Manufacturing) l MWC - Container management (Module = Manufacturing) MWC - Container Management (Module = Production) The activity code MWM of the weighing station must be activated before you can activate the code MWC of container management 3. The Weighing Management Function Summary User Guide is specific to weighing and/or written specifically for your organization. They may provide instructions on how to use a specific scale or perform a weighing process. Calibration Guide You must define calibration rules for each connected weighing station. For example, if 5 weighing stations are connected to one workstation, you must set up each workstation and indicate their weight, applicable weighing units and allowed tolerance values. Security Risk Tips For security reasons, security and warning messages are recommended. Safety and warning messages are intended for specific organizations. They are displayed on the user's workstation or mobile device during the weighing process. The container components are received into the container for weighing. The maximum weight per container ensures that the weighing process automatically selects the container with the smallest capacity based on the defined weight. Storage/Operation Instructions Storage/Operation Instructions are also known as ISM (Inventory Management Instructions) records. They provide product handling and storage instructions and note any relevant restrictions. Barcode Demarcation Rules Barcodes store products, batches, sub-lots and other data in a series of thick and thin strips. Barcodes are read by scanners and mobile devices. Weighing Templates Templates can be defined to automatically configure the connection between the physical scale and Sage X3. Weighing locations Weighing locations typically store multiple containers. They are associated with one or more locations using the Configure Location/Booth functionality (GESSBX). Configuring the storage location/station The weighing platform is where the weighing containers are placed. The weighing room is the heart of the weighing process. Scales A scale is a physical scale that weighs containers. All scales used in your organization can be defined and connected to Sage X3. A gate tank (or storage tank) is required in the "Storage, Distribution and Production Weighing" mode. The product to be weighed can fill the container through a specific valve. Although a tank can only have one valve, a tank can have many valves entering it. Graphics For security reasons, it is recommended to have weighing images. Weighing images are displayed on the user's workstation or mobile device during the weighing process. 4. Implications of weighing management Safe weighing operations and component inspection Visualization and collaboration of the entire weighing chain Intuitive and controllable weighing: Operators have access to a powerful system, which reduces the risk of errors caused by manual systems. Streamline processes by integrating into the Sage: Reset/tare/weighing supports multiple weighing modes: (1) Weigh by work order - typically used to weigh components in the same process (2) Weigh by product - typically used to create a weighing process (grouping multiple work orders and operations) to weigh the same component (3) Weigh in production - when the material is used directly in a mixing operation