Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Batch User Manual

Chapter 5 FactoryTalk Batch View introduction
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Before you run the batch, you add a comment to add to the Batch Event
Journal.
To add a comment to a sample batch:
1. Select the Batch List button to return to the Batch List view.
2. Select the TEST_2 batch, and then select the Comment command
button. The Batch Comment dialog box opens.
3. Type This batch was altered to allow the operator to bind units
manually.
4. Select OK to return to the Batch List window.
Because you selected Prompt binding, the batch stops running when binding
is to occur and you must use the Unacknowledged Prompts list to select the
units to bind.
To respond to unacknowledged sample prompts:
1. Select the Start Batch command button, and then select Yes to start
the batch.
Tip: If the Command Signature dialog box opens, refer to Run a sample batch for
instructions.
The Unacknowledged Prompts button begins to flash yellow. You
could address this request from the Batch List view but switch to the
SFC view to see how the binding changes.
2. Select the Procedure as SFC button. Notice that the first transition
indicates BINDING, which means the FactoryTalk Batch Server is
trying to acquire an equipment phase to run the CLS_SWEETCREAM
unit procedure.
3. Select the flashing Unacknowledged Prompts button. The
Unacknowledged Prompts List opens indicating that the operator
must select the unit to use as the MIXER.
Add a comment to a sample
batch
Respond to
unacknowledged sample
prompts

Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Batch Specifications

General

Brand	Rockwell Automation
Model	FactoryTalk Batch
Category	Power Supply
Language	English

Summary

Preface

About This Manual

Provides an introduction to the document's purpose and scope.

Document Organization

Explains the structure and presentation order of the document's content.

Legal Notices

Contains information on legal aspects, licenses, and terms.

Additional Resources

Lists other relevant documentation for further information.

FactoryTalk Batch Introduction

What is FactoryTalk Batch?

Defines the core concept and purpose of the FactoryTalk Batch software.

Modular Batch Automation

Explains the automation approach based on ISA S88.01 standards.

Key FactoryTalk Batch Components

Lists and briefly describes the core software components of the system.

FactoryTalk Batch Server Configuration

FactoryTalk Batch Server Overview

Describes the role, functions, and architecture of the FactoryTalk Batch Server.

Sample Demonstration Setup and Security

Guides on setting up sample demonstration files and configuring security users.

Server Configuration and Startup

Details server configuration, startup procedures, and operational options.

Verifying Communications

Checks communication status between system components.

FactoryTalk Batch Equipment Editor

Opening and Navigating Equipment Editor

Steps to launch the editor and explore the area model structure.

Creating and Configuring Phases

Defines reusable phase logic (classes) and executable phase instances.

Signature Templates and Approvals

Sets up electronic signatures and integrates them into recipe approval workflows.

Security and Version Control

Enables security features and manages recipe versioning.

FactoryTalk Batch Recipe Editor

Opening and Exploring Recipes

Guides on launching the editor and opening/reviewing recipes.

Recipe Structure and Navigation

Understanding SFC, different views, and recipe hierarchy.

Modifying Recipes

Adding, assigning values, commenting, and removing recipe steps.

Advanced Recipe Features

Implements loops, recipe verification, and step removal.

FactoryTalk Batch View Operations

Opening and Running Batches

Launching the application and starting a sample batch for execution.

Monitoring and Navigating Batches

Examining execution status, navigating SFC, and viewing event logs.

Batch Control and Troubleshooting

Manual control, handling prompts, arbitration, and resolving phase issues.

Configuring Batch View

Customizing the application's interface and view settings.

FactoryTalk Event Archiver

Event Archiver Features and Architecture

Overview of archiver capabilities and its operational workflow.

Archiving Batch Record Data

Procedures for inserting batch record data into the database.

FactoryTalk Batch ActiveX Controls

Introduction to ActiveX Controls

Overview of using ActiveX controls for dynamic batch automation interfaces.

Key ActiveX Controls

Descriptions of essential controls like ControlRecipeList, PromptsList, SignatureList, ProcedureView, TimerView.

PC-Based Phases

Introduction to PC-Based Phases

Programming phases outside process-connected devices for efficiency.

PC-Based Phase Execution Example

Demonstrates a practical application of PC-based phases in a recipe.