Plate Freezer Workflow

Overview #

The Plate Freezer module is designed to efficiently manage the freezing of block materials. Each Plate Freezer is divided into rows with a defined capacity, ensuring proper allocation and tracking for smooth production workflows. Blast Freezer is used as a special case when Plate Freezers are fully occupied.

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Steps for Plate Freezer Workflow #

1. Freezer Selection and Block Input #

1. Navigate to the Plate Freezer > Record section.
2. Select the desired Freezer and Freezer Row from the dropdowns.
3. Choose the Product from the dropdown (populated based on the Block Entries section).
4. Enter the Block Quantity to allocate blocks to the selected row.
5. Click Check-In to confirm the allocation:
   • The block quantity entered will be subtracted from the Block Entries section.
   • Each freezer row can accommodate 12 blocks, with 16 rows available per freezer.

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2. Freezer Table and Status Indicators #

The freezer table provides real-time updates on the freezing process:

• Status Indicator (Circle Icon):
  • Red: Freezing not yet completed.
  • Green: Freezing completed; material is ready for checkout.
  • Orange: Multiple entries exist for the row. Each entry can be individually checked out via the View Modal.
• Table Columns:
  • Status: Current freezing status.
  • Freezer: Indicates the assigned freezer.
  • Check-In Time: Time when the material was placed in the freezer.
  • Check-Out (Estimated) Time: 150 minutes after check-in (+ extended time if applicable).
  • Block Quantity: Quantity of blocks in the row.
  • Batch Number: Batch identifier.

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3. Actions Available in Freezer Table #

1. View Details (First Action Button):
   • Displays detailed information for each check-in, including freezing status and block information.
   • If the row has multiple entries, individual entry details can be accessed.
2. View Raw Material (Second Action Button):
   • Shows the raw material’s origin, including batch details and associated block entries.
3. Checkout Material (Third Action Button):
   • If a single entry exists in the row, the Checkout Button is available directly in the table.
   • If multiple entries exist, the Checkout Button is available in the View Modal for each individual entry.
   • After checkout, the material is made available in the Live Production > Plate Freezer > Check Out Material section for packing operations.
4. Change Location (Fourth Action Button):
   • Enables transferring an entire row to another Plate Freezer or row.
   • Partial transfers are not allowed; only full rows can be moved.

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4. Extending Freezing Time #

1. Enter the desired Extended Time (in minutes) at the top of the freezer table.
2. Click Apply to add the extended time to the default 150 minutes.
   • For example, if 30 minutes are added, the total freezing time will be 180 minutes.
3. The extended time ensures adequate freezing before the material can be checked out.

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5. Blast Freezer as a Special Case #

If all Plate Freezers are fully occupied:

• Blocks can be allocated into Pallets and moved to the Blast Freezer.
• Blast Freezer does not have rows, and pallets are stored directly within the freezer.

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Notes #

• Plate Freezer Capacity: Each row can hold up to 12 blocks, with 16 rows per freezer.
• Material Allocation: Block quantity input in Plate Freezers automatically updates the source (Block Entries).
• Freezing Status Management: Monitor and manage material readiness based on real-time status updates.

This workflow ensures effective Plate Freezer management while addressing overflow cases using the Blast Freezer when necessary.