DeltaV Batch vs TraceSense

DeltaV Batch coordinates batch manufacturing across a plant, including recipe execution, sequencing, and equipment use. Its architecture follows the ISA-88 Batch Standard and supports reusable software modules. Tools cover recipe scheduling, configuration, and execution, while Batch Executive coordinates communication between control logic and batch processes. The suite includes process cells, unit modules, phases, equipment modules, and control modules. Batch Historian and DeltaV Event Chronicle collect recipe execution and process-event data; automatic history collection also covers events and configuration changes to support data integrity and regulatory requirements. Redundant Batch Executives are designed to avoid a single point of failure without interrupting batch operations. Campaign Manager and Recipe Exchange provide interfaces for connecting recipes and campaigns with other applications. Basic, Advanced, and Professional suites vary by process requirements, with campaign execution and scheduling included in Professional Batch. Deployment is listed as API, self-hosted, web, and Windows. It is paid, with pricing on request; capacity scaleups are priced by configured unit count. Each DeltaV system using Batch requires a ProfessionalPLUS Station and an Advanced Unit Management software control license.

TraceSense provides recipe weighing and electronic batch records for manufacturers that need ingredient lot traceability. Its records connect ingredient lots, weigh-ups, and sign-offs, with forward and backward tracing to follow lots through production. Users can set weighing tolerances, and the batch control module stops operators from proceeding when a weight falls outside them. Process checks can verify barcodes or QR codes, capture photos and documents, and require pass/fail results and actions. The modular system also covers production, quality, maintenance, stock, training, compliance, and dispatch. Listed ERP integrations include Sage, Microsoft Navision, and SAP; supported data flows include orders, stock, work orders, and process confirmations. TraceSense describes timestamped records, audit trails, and recall tools for businesses working toward BRC, SALSA, ISO, and customer audits. The cloud-based software can run alongside an existing ERP rather than replacing a full finance ERP. Its Terminal app runs on iPhones and iPads, and process checks can also use Android devices. Pricing is on request.