The Solution
Solving the model, we get the following solution:
Global optimal solution found.
Objective value: 327.0000
Extended solver steps: 4
Total solver iterations: 25
Variable Value
OPEN( P1) 1.000000
OPEN( P3) 1.000000
VOL( P1, C1) 15.00000
VOL( P1, C2) 17.00000
VOL( P1, C4) 3.000000
VOL( P3, C3) 22.00000
VOL( P3, C4) 9.000000
Solution: CAPLOC
Total costs are minimized at 327 by opening plants 1 and 3. From plant 1, we ship 15, 17, and 3 units respectively to customers 1, 2, and 4. From plant 3, we ship 22 units to customer 3, and 9 units to customer 4.