Adjusting temperature? Double batching? Adding hops or dry hopping?
Need to ensure your entire team stays up to date?
Introducing PLAATO Batch Log!
Overview of PLAATO Batch Log
Highly requested by our customers, welcome to the digital brewsheet.
The Batch Log feature is a key component of the PLAATO Pro system. It provides brewers with a detailed overview of their batches while ensuring the entire brew team stays informed about any changes.
Batch Log allows you to track every aspect of the brewing process, from manual samples to specific brewing actions like dry hopping, all in one place.👍
Key Features of PLAATO Batch Log
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Manual Sample Logging
Log your manual samples and keep a digital record that can be accessed anytime by anyone on your team for comparison or analysis. Say goodbye to beer-stained paper sheets.
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Activity and Process Notes
Add detailed notes about specific brewing actions, such as dry hopping or temperature adjustments. Each note includes a precise date and time stamp for accurate tracking and future reference.
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Custom Graph Notes
With PLAATO Pro, you can add notes directly to density, temperature, and fermentation activity graphs. This flexibility allows you to record important information exactly where it is most relevant.
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Real-Time Alerts and Visual Indicators
Batch Log features visual alerts (red dots) on density and temperature graphs when thresholds are reached or specific conditions occur — such as diacetyl rest or temperature deviations. These alerts help brewers react quickly to changes in the fermentation process.
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Yeast Strain Tracking
For breweries that reuse yeast strains, Batch Log allows you to annotate fermentation activity graphs with notes on yeast performance across generations. This can support better decision-making about when to switch to a new strain.
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Batch Comparisons
One of the most powerful aspects of Batch Log is the ability to compare batches side by side. Brewers can review notes, samples, and alerts across batches to refine processes and achieve more consistent, high-quality results.
How to Leverage Batch Log in Your Brewery
To get the most value from Batch Log, we recommend the following:
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Regularly Update Notes
Log every significant action or observation as it happens. The more detailed your entries, the more valuable your data becomes over time.
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Use Alerts for Process Optimization
Set alerts for key fermentation stages. These notifications can act as consistency benchmarks and help identify areas for improvement.
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Engage Your Team
Encourage all brewers and team members to use Batch Log. Shared visibility improves collaboration and operational consistency.
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Review and Compare Batches Frequently
Regularly analyze previous batches and compare results. Insights from these comparisons can lead to process improvements and higher beer quality.
The introduction of Batch Log within the PLAATO Pro platform represents a significant advancement in brewing process management. By fully utilizing these features, breweries can improve operational efficiency, consistency, and overall beer quality.