Frequently Asked Questions
Discover some answers to some common questions we get asked about our Maturation Module
Our Maturation Module allows storage and management of cask records, including racked, dunnage, palletised and other vessels such as IBCs to be recorded.
The platform can be used for managing and tracking the ageing of:
- Malt Whisky
- Grain Whisky
- Bourbon
- Irish Whiskey
- Tequila
- Brandy
- Cognac
- Vodka
- Rum
- Gin
- Wine
- Beer
- Hot Sauce
- Plus many others
Yes, the platform itself does not require any hardware to be installed on your premises.
In order to use functions such as data entry and task management for floor workers, you can use a standard mobile device (iOS or Android). In ATEX zones, ATEX-compliant devices and intrinsically safe cases are available to allow you to safely use these devices in these environments.
We recommend Honeywell ATEX-rated Android handheld computers and can offer remote provisioning services to get you up and running in a matter of minutes.
Contact us, and we can provide you with some assistance with choosing your mobile hardware, or contact some of our partners.
For the most part, yes, you will be required to have a constant Internet connection on your mobile device when using most task and activity features of Vapour. We do offer "offline scanning mode" in our Maturation Module to allow you to scan casks into locations where you have no or limited connectivity.
Tablets and PCs performing process data entry in the Production Module, or records management in the Bottling Add-On also require you to be Internet-connected.
If you have issues with wireless coverage in your facilities, contact us, and we can put you in touch with specialist partners who can advise on Internet connectivity, even in remote locations with little or no traditional Internet coverage.
Yes, because Vapour is digitally native, we built our solution to solve common issues in the spirit production and maturation industry. We use the latest in digital frameworks and have pulled in the best features from across the industry to offer out-of-the-box features such as barcode scanning. Barcode scanning can be done directly using your mobile device or using a Bluetooth barcode scanner.
We believe in enabling our customers to benefit from all features without the need to purchase expensive add-ons. Why would you want to when you've already invested in a new platform?
We have flexible options across all of our subscription tiers. We know every business has different needs, so if you have a specific requirement or use case, please contact us to discuss it further.
All subscription tiers offer the option of a customer login. This feature originated in our cask management module to allow our clients to provide their customers with a highly detailed customer portal to view their casks in a maturation dashboard. This dashboard shows regauges, samples, re-racking data, etc, with features to make requests straight to the warehouse team.
Yes, we have already created API-powered integration with leading OT hardware from providers such as Clyde Associated Engineers, specifically their CASKLOG™ solution.
We can offer third-party integrations to allow you to pull data from your industrial equipment right into your Vapour environment and vice-versa, providing data from Vapour into other systems.
The interfaces of devices differ widely from SCADA to web services and APIs. Contact us to discuss your specific requirements.
Yes, Vapour has a set of specific reports to allow you to submit your production and bonded warehouse inventory reports to your customs and excise authorities.
The format of these reports aligns directly with the UK's HMRC W21 and W1 report formats. We can also generate reports in custom formats to suit your regional requirements.
Contact us if you have any specific questions related to your compliance reporting requirements.
Yes, Vapour’s API Integration Portal allows seamless connectivity with WMS solutions.
Yes, Vapour enables automated invoice generation for Xero, Opera 3, Microsoft Dynamics Business Central, Zoho, and other finance systems.
Vapour connects to SCADA and control systems with both native in-built integrations and via our API integration Portal, allowing you to capturing key data such as filling levels, disgorging amounts, alcohol strength, etc.
Vapour tracks bulk stock levels, allowing distilleries and warehouse operators to plan transfers, blending, and bottling with real-time visibility.
Yes, Vapour can integrate with temperature and humidity sensors to monitor maturation conditions via our API Integration Portal.
Yes, Vapour allows for customised reporting, and additional analytics can be created through Vapour’s Insights & Analytics service.
Vapour’s API Integration Portal enables seamless connections with third-party enterprise software, allowing for data exchange and process automation.
Yes, Vapour is the first cask management platform with native integration for robotic cask shuttles, maximising storage and providing real-time maturation data.
Yes, Vapour allows cask owners to log in and view their maturing stock, including history, current status, and relevant reports.
Yes, Vapour records all warehouse operations, including sampling, re-racking, regauging, and movement between locations.
Every cask is assigned a unique barcode, allowing real-time tracking of its location, contents, and operational history.
Vapour is cloud-based, but certain operational features allow offline data capture, which syncs automatically when reconnected.
Discover our Built-in Premium Features
No need to add-on additional costs for premium features such as barcode printing and scanning. Vapour has these features built-in. With our extensive product development roadmap, be assured that as soon as new features are added, as a subscriber to the service, you automatically receive the latest features.
