TriBatch

TriBatch Add-In for Excel

TriBatch is advanced batch calculator and batch optimizer software for glass industry. It is capable of basic batch calculation, as well as:

Batch optimization for closest-to-desired glass composition;
Batch optimization for minimum glass cost with constraints;
Assigning tolerances to desired oxide composition;
Using oxide composition error weighing coefficients for optimization;
Grouping oxides;
Assigning optional oxide limits in glass;
Specifying raw material quantities as percentage of other raw materials or total batch weight (used for minor ingredients;
Specifying raw material carryover losses;
Using raw material composition tolerances.

TriBatch is an add-in for Microsoft® Excel versions 97, 2000 and 2002.

The Example below shows an Excel screen picture capture of a TriBatch batch calculation and optimization sheet (click on the picture to see the example in full resolution).

Note

The TriBatch software package is currently in the final stages of development and testing. Release of version 1.0 is expected in August 2004. For more information contact us by email at: info@trimill.com