Softwares
BioXpert is a software tool to control bio-processes and to
store the process data. The software is designed specifically for
biotech researchers and operators in the production environment.
The logi?cal structure of the program and the user-friendly
interface allows the program to be used by anyone. That is why over
1,000 packages of our BioXpert software are in use worldwide. The
software is easy to operate and has extensive functionality for
monitoring, collecting and storing data and controlling
processes.This allows any bioprocess to be easily optimized and
controlled using Applikon software.
Various BioXpert versions have been developed based on
international standards for use in either research and pilot plant
or production environments. BioXpert Lite is designed for data
collection, data storage and data presentation. The research
version (BioXpert 2) offers maximum flexibility to set up and to
modify processes. The pilot plant and production version (BioXpert
XP) focuses on process repeatability and data security.
The most recent release BioXpert XP allows the user to operate
the bioreactor systems in compliance with the FDA's 21 CFR part 11
guidelines. Via web browser technology the BioXpert XP data is
accessable throughout a network using Remote Access. To create
process reports in compliance with 21 CFR part 11 BioXpert XP uses
a separate Report Generator.
BioXpert is installed on a PC that can be part of a local
network. Data from sensors and actuators is read by BioXpert from
the local controllers and stored in the database. The data can be
used for advanced process control in BioXpert .
Applications
BioXpert seamlessly integrates with Applikon and other makes of
controllers and peripheral equipment to ena?ble you to get the
maximum out of your cultivation system. Pre-defined recipes exist
for microbial culture, mammalian cell culture and plant cell
culture.
All process data and controller data can be stored at
user-defined intervals.
Off-line meas?urements can be added to the process data to be
used for calculations or advanced process control. BioXpert offers
different ways of presenting your measured data trend graph,
table and bargraph presentation .
The on-line calculations of BioXpert can be used to calculate
derived variables.
The statement editor and interpreter allow time and/or event
based execution of advanced control strategies. Another option for
supervisory control is the use of timed profiles.
Remote Access for BioXpert XP makes pro?cess data
accessible for monitoring throughout a network using web browser
technology.
Specifications
|
Specifications |
BioXpert Lite |
BioXpert 2 |
BioXpert XP |
|
|
GENERAL |
|
Operating system |
Windows NT, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 |
Windows NT, 2000, XP, Vista, Windows 7 |
Windows XP |
|
Communication drivers include: |
ADI 1010,
ADI 1020,
ADI 1030, |
ADI 1010,
ADI 1020,
ADI 1030, |
ADI 1010,
ADI 1030,
ADI 1060, |
|
ADI 1060 |
|
Ez-Control, |
Ez-Control, |
Ez-Control, |
|
i-Control |
i-Control |
i-Control |
Sartorius balance,
Sartorius |
Sartorius balance,
Sartorius |
|
(micro) DCU, |
(micro) DCU, |
|
VG mass spec. |
|
ADDA card |
ADDA card |
ADDA card |
|
Measurement of process values from process controllers |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Control of process setpoints in process controllers |
no |
yes |
yes |
|
Starting and stopping of controlloops |
no |
yes |
yes |
|
Programming of local process controllers |
no |
no |
yes |
|
Reading of calibration data |
no |
no |
yes |
| 21 CFR
part 11 compliant |
no |
no |
yes |
| GAMP
compliant |
yes |
yes |
yes |
| ISA
S88 standard |
no |
no |
yes |
|
Password protection |
no |
no |
yes |
| User
definable access rights |
no |
no |
yes |
|
| Auto
start after power failure |
no |
no |
yes |
| DATA
MANAGEMENT |
| On
line data collection |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Off-line data collection |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Additional drivers available separately |
no |
no |
yes |
| Data
storage system |
Proprietary file format |
Proprietary file format |
SQL database |
|
Minimum sampling frequency |
1 minute |
1 minute |
1 second |
| Sample
frequency selectable per parameter |
no |
no |
yes |
| Data
export to Excell |
yes |
yes |
yes |
| Data
export in ASCII format |
yes |
yes |
yes |
| Graph
export in BMP format |
yes |
yes |
|
Dynamic Data Link to other programs |
no |
No |
yes |
|
On-line calculations using on-line and off-line data |
no |
yes |
yes |
| DATA
DISPLAY |
| Line
graphs |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Maximum number of pens per graph |
| Bar
graphs |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Synoptic |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Procedure flow chart |
no |
no |
yes |
|
Combination of current and historic data in graphs |
yes |
yes |
|
Combination of different active batches in graphs |
yes |
yes |
|
Measured data table display |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Scatter plots |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
Storage of predefined graph settings |
yes |
yes |
yes |
|
|
SUPERVISORY CONTROL |
|
Programming of time based actions |
no |
yes |
yes |
|
Programming of event based actions |
no |
yes |
yes |
|
Profiling of setpoints |
no |
yes |
yes |
| Manual
setting of local control setpoints |
no |
yes |
yes |
| Recipe
definition |
yes |
|
|
OTHER |
|
Notebook for process and equipment remarks |
yes |
yes |
yes |
| Event
viewer for system comments |
yes |
yes |
yes |
| Audit
trail |
no |
no |
yes |
| Batch
reports supported |
no |
no |
yes |