Recipe phase binding

After a unit is selected for binding, the FactoryTalk Batch Server looks for more material specifications to select which container and equipment module to use for binding. This level of binding is referred to as Recipe Phase Binding.

In this area model example, you can see that each container is linked to more than one equipment module. The recipe phase binding process involves identifying a container that can supply or receive the material identified in the recipe, and then selecting an equipment module that is linked to the container and satisfies the recipe. Material Phases can bind to an equipment module/container pair automatically or the operator can be prompted to make a selection.

The material database keeps track of the container used given the unit, material and whether you are adding or distributing material.