Fluid Air, Inc. is currently offering the second major release of its Allen-Bradley based manual control system, Batch Architect 2.0. This package provides a simple interface for monitoring and manually adjusting process parameters, or an additional phase control option is available. Phase based control is ideal for users who desire automated control but want the flexibility to change the process on-the-fly. Batch Architect also provides safety and process alarming and a standard datalogging system.

The sections below describe Batch Architect’s features in greater detail:

Group Security (Optional)

• Unique group name and password identify users for logon.
• Each group is configurable to its own unique set of privileges to ensure that crucial operational parameters can only be accessed by appropriate users.
  

Manual Control

• The Manual Control Screen gives information regarding the machine status and provides several function keys for control of the machine.
• The Manual Control Screen is configured to match each specific piece of equipment.

Phase Control (Optional)

• Phase Control is an optional feature in Batch Architect.
• The Phase Control Screen gives information regarding the machine status and provides several function keys to control the machine in Phases.
• Each phase describes a process, such as Cool or Dry, and is configurable to the product requirements.
• The Phase Control Screen is configured to match each specific piece of equipment.

Datalogging

• Batch Architect provides for logging of process data on to a Compact Flash Card or USB Drive.
• Process data is stored in a comma-delimited format. This data can be imported into a Spreadsheet for viewing or printing.

Calibration

• Analog Inputs can be calibrated within Batch Architect to ensure accuracy.
• Both automatic and manual means of Calibration are provided in Batch Architect.