MULTIVAC Line Control

MULTIVAC Line Control (MLC) enables the centralized operation of the entire MULTIVAC line.

MULTIVAC Line Control

Simple. Central. Networked.

MULTIVAC Line Control (MLC) is an innovative and pioneering solution for controlling lines and optimising production. It simplifies operation and significantly increases the efficiency of the line.

Recurring operating processes, such as starting, stopping, standby, running the line empty and changing products become standardised and reproducible processes throughout the line thanks to MLC, and they can be performed from each control terminal within the line.

Using the constantly growing number of functions for line diagnostics, item management and batch handling, MULTIVAC Line Control makes an important contribution to the quality and reliability of the processes within the line, as well as the traceability of packs and products.

HMI Switch

Simple. Central. Networked.

Complete line control at each control terminal

MULTIVAC Line Control enables each control terminal to become a complete operating interface for the entire line. Thanks to the HMI Switch function, each user interface (HMI) for a line module can be called up at each control terminal with just one click. The user can therefore operate quickly and immediately all the functions and control features of the entire line at each control terminal. If HMI Switch is used on the line, the number and position of the control terminals can be freely specified according to the particular requirement.

Your benefits:

Number and position of control terminals in a line can be freely specified
Highly effective operation based on actual need, when used with complex lines or those spanning separate rooms (hygiene area, low-risk area)

Starting and stopping

Simple. Central. Networked.

Starting and stopping the entire line

Experience how simple it is to start and stop the whole line centrally from each MULTIVAC control terminal with just one click. Thanks to MULTIVAC Line Control, the Start and Stop keys automatically take effect throughout the entire line. This makes controlling the line significantly easier and more efficient.

Your benefits:

Easier and faster operation due to shorter walking distances for operators
Greater line availability
Reduced energy consumption

Energy-saving function

Simple. Central. Networked.

Energy-saving made easy

The energy-saving function makes it possible to set the entire line centrally to stand-by mode, in a similar way to a time switch. During stand-by all the line modules minimise their energy consumption, and they only reactivate at the optimum moment to be ready to go at the right time. Even pauses in production contribute to resource efficiency, since they automatically save energy and working time, when the line is "put to sleep" and then "awakened".

Our customers think it is particularly effective, because it is practical and very easy to use. Break after break, shift for shift, day by day.

Your benefits:

Less energy consumption
The energy consumption of the entire line is reduced in stand-by mode. This lowers energy costs and contributes to more sustainable production.
More flexibility
Central control of the line enables production times to be adjusted easily and flexibly, particularly when requirements change at short notice.
Longer lifespan
The reduced energy consumption and lower load on the machine in stand-by mode can reduce the time spent on maintenance and extend the lifespan of the machine

Article management

Simple. Central. Networked.

Item management for the entire line

MULTIVAC Line Control enables the configurations of the individual modules in the line to be linked together as one "product item". If the operator selects an item at line level, all the line modules automatically set themselves correctly to this particular item. If manual set-up procedures are required, the line stops and displays these. This means that changing products becomes a transparent and reliable process, which significantly reduces the need for technical knowledge on the line.

Your benefits:

Ensures that the correct item is called up at each line module
A guided process, if manual settings are required
Reduction in time spent and operating errors

Article changeover on the fly

Simple. Central. Networked.

Automatic product change without stopping production

Discover the unique feature of uninterrupted product change, as only the MULTIVAC Line Control can offer. If a new article is loaded via "Article management", the line sets itself to the new item "on the run" – automatically and at the optimum time, cycle for cycle and module for module. And without any appreciable interruption of line operation, since all the line modules behave in a manner that is as time-saving and resource-sparing as possible. Benefit from even greater efficiency and easier operation thanks to this innovative MLC function.

Your benefits:

High level of flexibility
Uninterrupted product change during line operation makes it easier and more cost-effective to produce smaller batches flexibly.
Efficient production
Thanks to uninterrupted product change, it is not necessary to run the entire line empty. This reduces downtime and the consumption of film and labels.
More operating reliability
A new product is loaded automatically to all line modules at the optimum time. Easily understood messages on the HMI guide the user reliably through the process

And much more...

Batch handling for food

Reliable traceability of food products

In the food industry the safety and quality of products have the highest priority. Here MULTIVAC Line Control batch handling makes a crucial contribution to fulfilling the highest quality standards, and ensuring that seamless traceability is maintained – for every pack along the production line from the unprocessed product to the finished pack.

Seamless traceability

Thanks to efficient batch handling, all the production stages from raw material procurement to processing and packaging can be documented seamlessly. This transparency makes it possible for you to meet the demands of the many different product origin and information systems used by your customers. And you can also react more quickly and specifically, should a quality problem arise. Batches that are actually affected can be clearly identified, and you can then act in accordance with the regulations to restore consumer safety.

Consistent product quality

By carefully monitoring and managing each batch, you can ensure that every pack of food meets the same quality standards. Any discrepancies can be detected immediately and corrected. This ensures that all the products leaving your Production department are of a consistent quality and safe for the consumer.

Efficient packaging processes

Structured batch handling can optimise the entire production chain. It makes planning easier, improves the use of resources, and minimises production waste. Packaging processes can be run at the optimum level, and efficiency increased as well as costs reduced.

Complying with legal regulations

The food industry is strictly regulated, and it is essential to comply with the legal standards. Comprehensive batch management ensures that all the necessary documentation is present and correct, and that all the statutory requirements have been met. This protects your company against legal action, and it safeguards the loyalty of your business partners and customers.

Strengthening customer trust and your brand reputation

Consumers expect transparency and safety with their food. Seamless batch management shows your customers, that you observe the highest standards and do everything possible to maintain the quality and safety of your products. This strengthens trust in your brand and promotes customer loyalty.

Seamless traceability
Consistent product quality
Efficient packaging processes
Complying with legal regulations
Strengthening customer trust and your brand reputation

Batch handling for medical and pharmaceutical products

Focus on patient safety

Patient safety has the highest priority with medical and pharmaceutical products. Batch handling with MULTIVAC Line Control makes a significant contribution to transparent and secure processes, as well as for tracing products and packs.

Traceability and transparency

Thanks to precise batch management, each individual product can be documented seamlessly from manufacture right up to use. This traceability makes it possible for example to identify the affected products quickly and precisely, if a quality problem arises, and then to act in accordance with the regulations.

Consistent quality

Batch handling makes a major contribution to ensuring, that every product meets your high quality standards. By monitoring and documenting each batch, any discrepancies can be detected immediately and corrected. This supports our customers in ensuring, that their medical and pharmaceutical products meet the strict regulatory requirements and are safe for the patient.

Efficient packaging processes

Batch management, which is implemented across the board, makes planning and the use of resources highly effective, and it minimises production waste as well as reducing downtime. Packaging processes can be run at the optimum level, and efficiency increased as well as costs reduced.

Regulatory requirements

The manufacture of medical and pharmaceutical products is subject worldwide to particularly strict legal regulations. Comprehensive batch management makes a major contribution to ensuring, that the necessary documentation is present and correct, and that all the statutory requirements have been met.

Traceability and transparency
Consistent quality
Efficient packaging processes
Regulatory requirements