VTScada Recipes: Configuration, Automation, and Process Control
TRACK: Configuration Deep-Dives
Designed for VTScada developers, operators, and system integrators, this hands-on one-day workshop provides a practical introduction to creating, managing, and deploying Recipes within VTScada applications. Participants will learn how Recipes can be used to standardize operations, automate setpoint changes, improve consistency, and reduce operator error across a wide range of industrial processes.
This intensive one-day training explores the design and implementation of Recipe-based workflows in VTScada. VTScada Recipes have a range of applications covering applications such as multi-step batch processing, EV car charging sessions, and conveniently changing multiple operational parameters in a single operation. Through demonstrations, real-world examples, and guided exercises, attendees will gain the skills needed to build reliable and secure recipe management systems that support efficient plant operations.
Topics may include
Introduction to Recipe Management
- Understanding the role of Recipes in industrial automation
- Common use cases for batch processes and operational procedures
- Benefits of standardized process configurations
- Recipe management best practices
Recipe Architecture and Design
- Understanding recipe structure and components
- Defining recipe parameters and setpoints
- Organizing recipes for maintainability and scalability
- Planning for operational flexibility
Creating and Configuring Recipes
- Building recipes from application tags and data points
- Defining process values and operating parameters
- Managing recipe libraries
- Implementing naming and versioning standards
Recipe Execution and Control
- Applying recipes to equipment and processes
- Managing operator interactions
- Validating and confirming recipe changes
- Handling active and inactive process states
User Interface Design for Recipes
- Creating intuitive recipe selection screens
- Displaying recipe information and status
- Managing operator permissions and approvals
- Improving operational visibility
- Viewing batch trends
- Generating batch reports
Security and Change Management
- Controlling access to recipe creation and modification
- Tracking recipe changes through audit trails
- Managing approvals and operational governance
- Supporting regulatory and quality requirements
Historical Batch Viewing and Reporting
- Using the Batch History and Batch details pages
- Running the built-in Recipe Batches report
- Creating a custom Batch report using the Report Studio
Advanced Recipe Techniques
- Multi-unit and multi-process recipe management
- Integrating recipes with alarms, events, and workflows
- Automating process startup and configuration activities
Hands-On Exercises
Participants will complete practical labs such as:
- Creating a recipe from process tags
- Building a recipe management interface
- Applying recipes to simulated equipment
- Managing security permissions and approvals
- Testing, validating, and troubleshooting recipe execution
Learning Outcomes
Participants will develop capabilities such as being able to:
- Understand the fundamentals of recipe management within VTScada.
- Design and implement recipe-driven operations.
- Create and manage recipe libraries for repeatable processes.
- Configure secure operator workflows for recipe selection and execution.
- Reduce operational errors through standardized process configurations.
- Implement best practices for recipe governance, maintenance, and auditing.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for:
- VTScada Developers
- SCADA Engineers
- System Integrators
- Operations Supervisors
- Process Engineers
Prerequisites: Basic familiarity with VTScada tags, application configuration, and operator interfaces is recommended.
Through a full day of demonstrations, guided exercises, and real-world examples, participants will gain practical experience building recipe-driven solutions that improve process consistency, operational efficiency, and control across VTScada applications.