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Chapter 2
FactoryTalk Batch Server introduction
For ease of understanding, and for tutorial purposes, this guide refers to
configuring and using the sample files that are installed with FactoryTalk
Batch. The SampleDemo folders contain complete area models and recipes for
a simulated plant. Before running the demonstrations, you must add a
FactoryTalk Security user, configure the FactoryTalk Batch Server to
recognize the required project directories, select the initialization path and
file name, and then start the FactoryTalk Batch Server and the FactoryTalk
Batch Phase Simulator.
Tip: This guide outlines the configuration and use of the SampleDemo1 demonstration files.
Because these files are used as an example throughout the guide, it is recommended that you
follow the directions for using this demonstration step by step.
The FactoryTalk Batch Server is the engine that runs FactoryTalk Batch. It is
this component that allows integration with the process-connected devices
(PCDs) and third-party software packages.
The FactoryTalk Batch Server operates as a Windows Service, which means
you can configure the Server to start automatically and give control of the
Server service to the Windows Service Manager. Because the FactoryTalk
Batch Server runs as a service, logging on or off Windows during operation
does not disrupt the operation of the Server.
Using the FactoryTalk Batch Service Manager, you can control the FactoryTalk
Batch Server manually, select the boot method for the Server, and configure
the Server to run in Demo mode. Use the FactoryTalk Batch Equipment Editor
to configure the FactoryTalk Batch Server.
The FactoryTalk Batch Server coordinates the following functions:
• Creating a Batch: Transforms the configured recipe into an executable
working recipe.
• Executing a Recipe: Communicates with the process-connected
devices to execute phases.
• Arbitrating Equipment: Allocates resources based on recipe and
operator requirements.
• Collecting Data: Gathers and stores production information for
reporting and archiving.
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