Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Batch Control",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Healthcare firm buys protein separation automation from
ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation), which we summarised at the time by saying "ABB has been awarded an order from GE Healthcare's Life Science division in Sweden for automation systems to be used in the production of protein
separation media".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Conference discusses automation topics from
WBF: World Batch Forum: "The Final 2007 WBF North American Conference programme, includes technical presentations focusing on ISA-88 and 95 applications, implementing a standards-based approach and emerging technologies".
In January 2007, we covered the news from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc)
concerning its 'Design Patterns for Flexible Manufacturing'
- take a look at Designing systems for flexible manufacturing
which says: "A guide book clearly identifies what elements are defined in the batch series and what elements make up the S88 and NS88 design patterns for flexible manufacturing".
Take a look also at the news release from ISA (Instrumentation, Systems and Aut Soc), Ethernet and TCP/IP training courses scheduled,
as well as Batch control system for cellulose derivatives from ABB Automation Tech (Instrumentation + Automation),
and Data logger module for batch control range from Synectic Design.
See also:
'Meeting of the Minds' automation conference set
(August 2006)
2007 North American Conference addresses manufacturing system control, from batch to continuous, discrete, and hybrid processes, from production planning to equipment automation
Weighing batch control systems
(August 2006)
Synectic Design Solutions is the bespoke design service offered by Synectic Design, and are industry leaders in weighing batch control systems
Flow indicators/totalisers are cost-effective
(July 2006)
A range of flow indicators and totalisers are cost-effective microprocessor based electronics modules designed for use with pulse or frequency inputs from one (or two) flow sensors
Machine embosses Braille labels on medicine packs
(July 2006)
A revolutionary machine to label the outer packaging of pharmaceutical products in Braille has been developed in response to EU directive 2004/27/EU, and handles up to 20,000 carton packs/h
Standard addresses batch production management
(April 2006)
Standard provides a detailed definition for batch production records, establishing a reference model for developing applications for the storage and/or exchange of batch production records
Batch control allows many products to be made
(March 2006)
An advanced batch control system supplied to an Irish pharmaceutical plant has been specifically designed to be multipurpose, allowing a large number of products to be manufactured
Process control system improves productivity
(February 2006)
An automated weighing and process control system at a pills and lozenges maker has improved productivity, provided full batch traceability and tracks yield throughout the process
Low-cost weight indicator is portable
(February 2006)
Low-cost weight indicator is a portable unit designed to be used along with other units for display purposes and requires 3V DC - obtainable from a loop when inputs devices are connected to the unit
Batch weigh controllers suit many needs
(November 2005)
A wide range of batch controllers suits most requirements, but there is a design service to modify standard specifications or provide dedicated batch weighing equipment
Data acquisition and browsing stations integrated
(October 2005)
Advanced integrated data acquisition and browsing stations offer higher performance, new display and storage capabilities and expanded communications functions
Automatic Checkweigher's Latest Windows Software
(October 2005)
UK supplier of checkweighing and labelling equipment, Advanced Dynamics, has introduced to the UK the Tesab TC 3 checkweigher
Compressed air products reduce shutdowns
(September 2005)
Air nozzles and jets, enclosed coolers and cold air guns can improve production rates and the quality of products, prolong tool life and decrease shutdowns
Compact wrapping machine uses ultrasonic sealing
(September 2005)
Compact wrapping machine that uses ultrasonic sealing technology is believed to be a major breakthrough for flat product wrapping and can include an embossed pattern
Batching system reduces administration tasks
(August 2005)
Cereal products producer found a new batching control system that has shown significant reductions in administrative tasks and has simplified operators' tank management
Static control system has wide range
(August 2005)
Static control system set to revolutionise plastics and rubber handling provides outstanding extended range performance even when installed up to 250mm from webs
Control system achieves 100% quality
(April 2005)
An ABB control system has helped Kodak achieve 100% product quality for seven consecutive months at its synthetic chemicals plant in Kirkby, Liverpool
ISA standard used for batch control released
(January 2005)
An ISA standard, widely used for batch control, has just been released as an IEC Publicly Available Specification in a joint effort between ISA and the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission)
UK packaging companies merge
(December 2004)
In a merger that is the culmination of a 10-year alliance, WLT and Crusader Europe have formed Advanced Dynamics to achieve further market penetration for combined product ranges
Batch weight controller also suits critical work
(August 2004)
Batch weight controller embodies a new, more energy efficient power supply and its relay control abilities make it the ideal choice for critical applications
Software solutions for the modern world
(July 2004)
Rockwell Automation invites manufacturers from around Europe to see for themselves how advanced software tools can help solve their biggest problems
Nickel and cobalt producers buy latest automation
(July 2004)
An enhanced automation system has been purchased by the world's leading producer and refiner of cobalt and the world's fifth largest producer of nickel
Innovative Orbital Welding Techniques On Show
(April 2003)
Orbimatic, the innovative manufacturer of orbital welding systems is exhibiting at Weldex 2003, the international joining, cutting and fabrication exhibition
Recorders link with other instruments
(April 2003)
Advanced communications feature allows process data from multiple linked plant instruments - temperature controllers, data recorders - to be displayed and recorded at a central location
System ups quality, reduces waste
(April 2003)
Efficient procurement, design, configuration and testing of a system solution improved batch consistency, quality standards and reduces waste levels for a paints products manufacturer
Batch controller prevents pump burn out
(February 2003)
Batch controller features a stability facility that is specifically designed to prevent the costly and time-consuming problems associated with feed or discharge pumps running dry
Totally integrating automation
(January 2003)
As part of a strategy to develop the concept of Totally Integrated Automation across a number of different platforms, a process control system offers open, scalable control
Updated process control systems solve QA problem
(November 2002)
By installing simple but effective process control systems a textile dyeing company solved a QA problem, improved quality and reduced costs
Data acquisition unit offers high data security
(May 2002)
A new high performance data acquisition instrument offers exceptional levels of data security, and the ability to be configured, operated and viewed over local or wide area networks
Remote viewing software accesses data recorders
(March 2002)
Remote viewing software package enables remote workstations to access and control any data recorders over unlimited distances
Data acquisition recorders meet latest standards
(June 2001)
Eurotherm has launched a new phase of its well-established 5000 Series data acquisition recorders. They satisfy standards for digital data storage and electronic signatures
Hot topics in batch control
(September 2000)
Batch Control faces close scrutiny: process control must allow production versatility whilst collecting the production records needed to maintain regulatory compliance, as Nick Taylor explains
Mitsubishi chosen for Irish cola production plant
(August 2000)
Mitsubishi automation equipment was specified by Charles Wait (Process Plant) Ltd, appointed to build Virgin Trading's new Cola Concentrate processing facility in County Monaghan, Ireland