ProBatch™ G9Series™
ProBatch™ workstation with 17” Monitor
Most producers would agree that a concrete automation system is a significant investment, and discarding a working system is not a financially viable option. But what if there was a way to “upgrade” an existing batch computer by connecting a new Windows® based computer to it and still have continued capitalisation of the previous investment? The ProBatch™ G9Series™ is such an option. By circumventing proprietary computer hardware, the G9Series™ “taps” into the existing automation system and transforms an “old” batching unit into a state of the art Windows® system. In short, the ProBatch™ G9Series™ system is an innovative and low cost effective way to move up to Windows® today.
Asystem includes a ProBatch™ workstation, 17” Monitor, batchWare™ software, and two scale indicators. We use the existing manual control panel as well as the “ box on the wall “ that many other systems use. The old
computer is removed and the ProBatch™ G9Series™ workstation is connected. The transformed system can now utilise the enhanced functionality of batchWare™ (our Windows® based batching software). Depending on the system that is being assimilated, this transformation provides a wide range of possibilities. If you were an Eagle™ MP user, Eagle™Plus user or anywhere in between, it means instant expanded functionality and connectivity. Imagine no
more limits on customer or mix designs and having the ability to store batch recordations on the system. To learn more about the features and options available on a G9Series™ series system please refer to the batchWare™ brochure.
Hardware Compatibility
There are many systems that can be upgraded using the G9Series™. If you do not see your batch computer listed below, please feel free to call our sales office to inquire about the possibility of installing a G9Series™ batching system on your plant.
Available Upgrades
•CommandAlkon™ Eagle™ MP
•CommandAlkon™ Eagle™ JR
•CommandAlkon™ Eagle™
•CommandAlkon™ Eagle™ Plus
•CommandAlkon™ Eagle™ Flex
Hardware Considerations
Even though a G9Series™ system is a state of the art Windows® “ upgrade “, it cannot surpass the number of controlled materials allowed by the automation hardware of the original system. This limitation can be overcome at a later date by adding a P1Series™ or IntelliSeries™ system control control panel, thus completing an entire ProBatch™ unit. Since the installation of the G9Series™ batching system does not permanently alter the converted batch computer (in most cases), it can be restored to its original condition to be sold or installed on another plant
Software Compatibility
Every system in the ProBatch™ family, including the G9Series™ P1Series™ and IntelliSeries™ uses batchWare™ which is our Windows® based batching software. With batchWare™ , choosing the right automation system is simply a matter of matching hardware functionality to the needs of the plant.
Serviceability
The G9Series™ system has been engineered with ease of service in mind should the system require it. Every effort has been made to ensure that our service technicians can diagnose the problem fast.
WorkStation
All ProBatch™ systems use the same custom built computer workstation. By taking the steps to ensure this level of standardisation, our service technicians can focus on you and not on finding out what kind of equipment you have before they can help. Each workstation is built from the highest quality components available on the market. Most of you will recognise names like Intel®, 3Com®, Seagate® and Microsoft® just to name a few. Specifications for the workstation are below:
