A technical guide to industrial batching: Mechanics, PLC, and SCADA.
Precise dosing begins with the right mechanical choice. For large volumes, Gravity Feed via pneumatic valves is standard. For high precision or viscous fluids, Pump Dosing ensures controlled flow rates.
Simple, robust, and cost-effective for bulk materials.
Perfect for liquids requiring gradual ramp-down for accuracy.
Reliability starts at the controller level. We use FBD (Function Block Diagram) to handle safety interlocks and real-time sensor processing.
Valve control logic implemented in Function Block Diagram
Complex recipes require a clear sequence. SFC (Sequential Function Chart) management allows the PLC to track stages automatically and safely.
SFC-based state machine for automated batch cycles
Once the PLC logic is written, the operator needs a way to select recipes, input weights, and monitor the process. You could buy a classic, expensive HMI panel and spend days linking tags manually.
Alternatively, you can use a Browser-based Web SCADA. It runs on any standard PC, tablet, or smartphone. Below is a modern Node-RED interface designed specifically for batch dosing and recipe management.
Web-based Recipe & Batch Management Interface
(Runs directly in your browser, no installation required)
Building a comprehensive recipe management UI from scratch takes over 40 hours of UI/UX design and backend coding. Save time by deploying our ready-made Node-RED flows.
See how fast it is to deploy and configure our templates in Node-RED.
Deploying Starter & Pro Versions
Deploying Enterprise (Event Records)
Do you need help connecting these flows to your Siemens, Delta, or Allen-Bradley PLC? Or need a fully custom SCADA system? Drop us an email.