Process documentation APT-COM™
APT-COM™ DataControlSystem
Working in compliance with standards always requires excellent documentation. APT-COM™ resulted in standard software with a uniquely universal capability: Users can easily achieve process safety and data security, as well as validation of the entire system using standard features. Easy. Cutting edge.
The system, which consists of software in three different editions and the connected equipment, offers features that are needed for tasks ranging from the simplest measurements to guideline-compliant work: seamless monitoring of processes and documentation of process data. Documentation is automatically generated in electronic format and as a hard copy. This produces guideline-compliant documentation without extra effort, just like having a tailor-made suit for every PC user. Easy to use for a broad range of applications.
BINDER control and documentation system
Performance potential in 3 classes
The motto here is not “as much as possible”, but rather “as much as necessary”. This has less to do with the ever-present pressure to reduce costs, and much more to do with the fact that processes today have to be as efficient as possible to achieve the best results. This includes a software system that can meet the individual requirements of a multitude of different tests and users, all while maintaining optimal adaptability. This is the reason why we developed three different comprehensive versions of the APT-COM™ software:
Clear presentation of process data
Always up-to-date: Process data can be constantly accessed everywhere: either locally, by email, or through the Internet. Important information always available at a glance: Making a decision on whether or not a process is running well is easy, thanks to the control console function.
Unsurpassed process safety and security
Tolerance limits for each monitored parameter: No parameter can exceed the specified tolerance limits without setting off an automatic alert. The alert is sent via an intranet, the Internet, as email, or as a phone call to the person responsible.
Access restriction User IDs and passwords control access to sensitive processes. Different levels of authorization for system changes ensure proper system administration.
Guideline-compliant data security
Storage of measured data: Protected against manipulation by an encrypted format, access restricted to the author or the administrator.
Backup of measured data: Automatic backup at user-defined time intervals for storage on all available storage media. Backed up information is easy to find thanks to automatic naming of the backup with a time-stamp.
Documentation of operator interventions: Complete documentation of any operator interventions, with user ID, time-stamp, archived protected against manipulation, and automatic backup of measured data.
Time-saving documentation and presentation of results
Generation of measured data on the monitor: Measured data is constantly regenerated from protected raw data and protected against manipulation.
Display of measured data on the internet: Users can access the process sequence with a standard browser on any PC connected to an intranet or the Internet, even without the APT-COM™ software.
Coordinated file archiving: Enables quick and easy display and printing of any past test runs.
Clear printouts: The measured data can be printed out automatically at adjustable time intervals. Form fields for comments with respect to the measurements and for authentication ensure correct data assignment and coordination. Signature fields and page numbering provide an easy way to meet documentation requirements with minimum effort.
Control and programming
Remote monitoring of set points over great distances: Equipment isn’t always within close proximity of the workstation. This is why we have provided the option of transmitting process variables to the equipment via PC and reviewing equipment settings.
Graphic program editor: Facilitates the easy generation of extensive programs, which can be reviewed and transfered to different units. This saves time and increases transparency.
System qualification
Qualification folders with records for IQ and OQ: Customized for the actual equipment and software configurati-on. Facilitates system validation, enjoys an excellent reputation among auditors, and saves time when implementing systems. Together with equipment qualification, it is a complete solution that takes full advantage of our experience.
System qualification: Our highly experienced BINDER service technicians supervise the proper commissioning and functionality of the system on site, and document these inspections in IQ/OQ protocols. The documentation of these important qualification steps is a comprehensive, time-saving service to ensure successful qualification.
Always state-of-the-art with updates
Software updates without added costs: It goes without saying that our software is constantly being improved and updated. In addition to adding new equipment models, we also incorporate new guidelines and customer suggestions for improvements. Updates are available for free download