Accelerate process improvements with better data visibility

Accelerate process improvements with better data visibility
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ABB Ability™ Advanced Batch Management

A batch of manufacturing challenges

Manufacturers in batch processing can encounter significant challenges, both operational and technological.

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On the operational side:
  • Process Flexibility:
    Manufacturers must be flexible in handling varying product demands and different formulations within the same equipment setup.
  • Quality Control:
    Ensuring uniform product quality across batches is vital.
  • Industry Regulations and Compliance:
    Strict adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards is essential.
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On the technological side:
  • Connectivity and Interoperability:
    Accurate and up-to-date information on inventory, production schedules, quality control, and resource allocation may be compromised.
  • Data Management:
    Integrating data from different sources enables effective process optimization and informed decision-making.
  • Technology Adoption:
    Embracing new technologies such as automation, IoT (Internet of Things), AI (Artificial Intelligence), and data analytics.

Ready to improve your batch production efficiency, consistency, and traceability?

To overcome these challenges, process manufacturers need a comprehensive technology solution for batch management that integrates with company-wide ERP systems.

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ABB Ability™ Advanced Batch Management

ABB Ability™ Advanced Batch Management is a formulation management and process order management application. It ensures seamless integration of batch management execution systems with company-wide ERP systems, and focuses particularly on recipe formulation and tracing of material batches, including an overview of storage containers and optimized recipe management.

ABB Ability™ Advanced Batch Management is an add-on to the ABB Ability™ MOM platform and can be supplemented with further functionalities. It integrates with MOM batch reporting and dashboarding, and integrates both horizontally and vertically into existing systems. It acts in the role of controller as well as worker.

Gain a competitive edge in batch processing

Schedule, execute, monitor, and optimize, from recipe formulation to execution and advanced analytics

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Batch Management

Configure, schedule, and manage batch operations

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Batch Reporting

Maintain accurate batch-production records and documentation that meet compliance standards

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Batch Analytics

Analyze data from batch processes to identify inefficiencies, improve performance, and optimize future production cycles

Benefits

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Manage recipe parameters and versions

• Manage parameter sets in easy-to-use web-based interface
• Maintain formulas by tracking changes and updates
• Document every step, update, and modification to maintain comprehensive records for audits and regulatory compliance

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Improve productivity and flexibility by connecting your business system with your control system

• Create batches automatically or manually
• Assign parameter sets by browsing and selecting from a list of approved formulas
• Seamlessly download formula parameters to the connected automation system and start control recipe

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Monitor batch execution and track material

• Continuously monitor batch execution in overview mode
• Drill down to detailed views of ISA-88 structured batches, parameter sets, dosed materials, and equipment processing durations
• Report back progress, material consumption and production quantities to your ERP

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