Manage Consumption Links Using Windchill MPMLink
Product: Windchill, Windchill PDMLink, Windchill MPMLink
Release: 11.0 F000
Benefit
The ability to define the upstream/downstream equivalency link at an occurrence level, or what is known as a Consumption Link, enables you to model the consumption of parts from the upstream BOM into the downstream BOM. This can now be done in the 3D mock-up, where the part occurrences can be displayed, identified, and selected most intuitively.
Additional Details
The quality and efficiency of BOM transformations job is increased by exposing the status of Consumption Links. The precision of eBOM / mBOM equivalency is refined by tracking granular changes within subassemblies (position, addition/removal of constituents). The 3D mock-up becomes a greater focal point for the manufacturing team, which facilitates communication with the engineering design team.