Automatic Vs Manual Batching

Deciding whether to switch from manual to automated batching can be difficult. Typical batch sizes can range from grams to tons, and each batch can involve hundreds of ingredients. Ingredients can be delivered to your plant in bags, bulk bags, drums, riding intermediate bulk containers, trucks and other containers and can be transported to your batching station by hand, pneumatic conveying, or mechanical conveying. Rather than tell you that automated batching is better than manual, this article outlines a step-by-step approach to helping you decide whether automated batching is really the better choice for your plant.