April 1, 2020
from METTLER TOLEDO
When working with sensitive ingredients and complex formulations, paper-based procedures can lead to inefficiencies, manual errors and costly rework. A new state-of-the-art recipe management software offers 100 percent process control over recipe weighing operations and ensures traceable and consistent product quality.
What is Form+?
Form+ is a recipe management software that guides operators through the recipe weighing process and reduces the risk of waste or wrong ingredient additions. The software is install on a robust terminal with a touchscreen, ensuring a paper-free weighing process for daily formulation work. Weigh-and-dispense operations are tailor to your processes to keep them safe, efficient and compliant.
Eliminate waste
Small errors including losing one’s place during repetitive tasks in the formulation process can lead to waste or the loss of a full batch. Form+ allows the creation and control of recipes and workflows as defined by the formulation process. It provides tools to reduce the risk of bad batches and waste by offering:
- Batch size correction in case of accidental operator over-pouring
- Warnings against the selection of wrong or expired materials
Deliver repeatable consistency
Consumers expect consistently high product quality, but humans are variable by nature. Form+ guides operators through the recipe weighing process and supports the creation of workflows to ensure the recipe is performed as defined.
This includes:
- Clear operator guidance directly on the touchscreen of the scale terminal
- Horizontal, vertical or non-sequential working mode
Replace paper-based processes
Form+ eliminates paper-based working procedures, facilitates quality control and speeds up manual processes. All relevant process data is automatically stored and can easily be reviewed or printed with the built-in report function.
Compliance, traceability and complete batch documentation are ensured with:
- Multiple reporting and labeling options for increased batch visibility
- System integration options with ERP or MES systems
Ensure operator safety
Proper allergen material handling and declaration is required by global food standards and national legislations. Recipe-specific messaging in Form+ ensures operator confirmation with requirements such as allergens, safety instructions or SOPs. This messaging includes:
- Allergen warning icons for increased operator safety
- Display of safety instructions on how to handle ingredients and processes