Overview

d-Control is an open-architecture DeltaV software solution designed for bioreactors. Leveraging Emerson’s DeltaV software suite, this control system seamlessly integrates the automation capabilities of DeltaV with Applitech’s expertise in bioprocess technology, all within a single platform.The system facilitates the seamless transfer of process control knowledge and data management from lab-scale experience to pilot-scale and production-scale setups.It enables optimal bioprocess technolgy migration and scalable data transfer, significantly reducing develop ment time and costs.

Benefits

Leverage Modern Technology and Software Solutions

The d-Control system provides a real-time database, capable of displaying online data, trends, alarms, and event logs, with the flexibility to integrate these datainto control strategies.

Ehanced Flexibility and Scalability

Each system supports up to 32 bioreactors and enables advanced control strategies by integrating third-party data. Customizable features address complex control require ments. System data can seamlessly feed into upper-level systems (MES, LIMS, ERP, etc.)

Optimized User Experience with Advanced Automa tion Tools

Operators can easily access key process data, including real-time process values, status information, operational parameters, and alarms with priority and timestamps. The interface is intuitive and user-friendly.

Accelerated Time-to-Market and Reduced Develop ment Costs

Facilitate seamless migration of laboratory research data and control strategies to pilot and production systems.

System Architecture

Th system architecture integrates hardware, software, and interfaces, creating a software solution specifically tailored for bioreactors.

Engineers and operators can efficiently monitor reactor operations and utilize tools to design and implement solutions. Connectivity with other systems is achieved through industry-standard OPC protocols, enabling system enhancement and optimization.

Features

Open Architecture

Uses open communication protocols with a scalable system architecture.

Customizable DeltaV Software

Provides tailored control strategies based on specific client requirements.

Alarm

Prioritizes alarms by importance, including factors such as operator relevance, acknowledgement status, activa tion state and designated responsibility area.

SMS Alarm

Sends real-time alarm notifications via SMS to designat ed personnel, ensuring timely resolution.

Process Historical Data View

Embeds status information, alarms, and event logs collected by the DeltaV system into trend charts, provid ing a more accurate and comprehensive historical data view.

Reports

Offers MS-Excel-based reporting and analysis tools for easy integration of historical data into Excel spread sheets.

Advanced AutomationTools for Optimal User Experience

• Bioreactor Overview
• Sensor/Actuator Calibration Overview
• Feed Monitoring
• Total Gas Flow
• Weight Control
• Multi-point Cascade
• Perfusion
• Cell Culture Mode

Applications

• Microbial and Cell Culture

• Fed-batch, Perfusion and Continuous Cell Culture

• Single-use Bioreactor Processes

• Stainless Steel Bioreactor Processes for Pilot-Scale and GMP Commercial Production