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October 2010 |
| Sponsor: ABB |
Lower your lifecycle support costs
ABB is committed to helping you get the most value out of your control system investment. Driven by our progressive Lifecycle Policy and our Automation Sentinel software program, we lower your lifecycle support costs by designing our systems for continuous evolution. Unlike the other guys, we back our “talk” by “walking the walk.”
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| Sponsor: Honeywell |
Experion MX – Easy to operate, service and maintain
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| Sponsor: Fluke |
Get more done with the new Fluke Ti32 Thermal Imager
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| Featured Articles |
Addressing the Myths of Model Predictive Control (MPC)
By Don Morrison, Honeywell Process Solutions
Key misconceptions are based on the common shortcomings of traditional model predictive control: complexity of configuration, speed of execution, interpretation of noise in the system, and over-active movement of the final control element. But an intelligently implemented MPC strategy can result in increased plant efficiencies over PID.
No Time for Process Control?
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Setember 2010
By Agnes Shanley
This is the fifth year survey of readers on their automation and process control practices. Results suggest that little has changed. In fact, resistance to such FDA-supported initiatives as Quality by Design (QbD) and Process Analytical Technologies (PAT) continues to be seen.
Take Advantage of Fieldbus
Chemical Processing, September 2010
By Craig McIntyre, Endress+Hauser
Fieldbus systems can provide tremendous benefits in terms of lower costs, increased uptime and better overall plant performance. But take care when selecting and deploying the fieldbus solution; it's often best to start small.
Loop Tuning Grows Smarter
Automation World, September 2010
By C. Kenna Amos
What’s hot now in proportional-integral-derivative (PID) loop tuning? That depends on who’s asked.
Back to Basics: Closed-loop stability
Control Engineering, August 2010
By Vance VanDoren
Tutorial: Stability is how a control loop reduces errors between the measured process variable and its desired value or setpoint.
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| Sponsor: ISA Books |
 Essentials of Modern Measurements and Final Elements in the Process Industry: A Guide to Design, Configuration, Installation, and Maintenance
By Gregory K. McMillan
This comprehensive resource aims to increase awareness of the opportunities afforded by modern measurement instruments and final elements, and to show how to get maximum benefit from the revolution in smart technologies. It builds an understanding of the fundamental aspects of measurements, measurement instruments, and final elements for applications in the process industry.
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| White Papers |
Increasing Productivity With Programmable Automation Controllers
By GE Intelligent Platforms
OEMs and end users in the rapidly changing automation indus¬try can leverage the advantages of PAC technology to increase productivity. This white paper discusses some key PAC features and the advan¬tages they can provide, helping users understand the depth of control system capability they may want to look for to meet their current and future application needs.
Alarm Rationalization: Bounded vs. Unbounded Approaches
By TiPS
While the activity of alarm rationalization is straightforward, its application can range from simple to extremely complex, depending on resources and objectives. This white paper introduces two basic methodologies: bounded or unbounded, and evaluates the benefits of each.
ERP Software Feature Checklist
By Software Advice
This detailed Excel spreadsheet outlines the core features that you should consider as you develop your ERP software requirements. Rate ERP software systems against each feature based on the detailed definitions of each feature to create a side-by-side comparison matrix.
Determining the Best Controller for Your Small System
By Honeywell
When choosing the type of control system for a particular application, there are many considerations that influence the decision. A DCS is designed for process control and a PLC is designed for machine or motion control. Here’s how to choose the right system for the job.
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| Resources & Literature |
PID Tutor publishes Cascade Control book
“Mastering Cascade Control” is designed to help technicians and engineers implement and troubleshoot split-range control applications.
PAS Publishes 2nd Edition of Alarm Management Handbook
PAS updated the book to incorporate ideas presented in the ANSI/ISA-18.2-2009 standard, including a summary of the standard’s scope, regulatory impact, requirements and other details. Price: $89.95
Inductive Automation offers free software development kit
The Ignition Module Software Development Kit (SDK) is now available for free via the Inductive Automation website.
Softing offers free PROFIBUS Diagnostic software
Users can download the software from the web page to update a diagnostic toolset. The software update is free-of-charge and does not require any software license.
NAG expands numerical software library
The Numerical Algorithms Group (NAG) added 150 numerical algorithms for C and C++ to the NAG C Library.
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| Application Stories |
Wiri Oil turns to Honeywell
South Africa Instrumentation & Control, September 2010
Wiri upgraded to Honeywell’s Experion R300 HMI with the help of the Legacy Input/Output Module (LIOM), an integrated solution for taking advantage of Experion while ensuring the best utilisation of existing LCS I/Os. It used its existing LCS 620 I/O, keeping the hardware in place.
To Hell and Back
Control, September 2010
By Jon DiPietro
The control room at Goulburn Valley Water in Australia was completely incinerated, destroying the electrical switchgear, plant HMI, laboratory, instrumentation and chemical dosing systems. They rebuilt it in five days.
ABB flowmeters save money at Virginia Commonwealth University
ABB flowmeters cut steam losses and recovered more than $1.25 million a year in lost revenues.
APC Improves Energy Efficiency
Control Engineering, July 2010
By Don Morrison, Honeywell Process Solutions
Fertilizer producer improves process in key areas through advanced process control, and integrates more operator knowledge into control strategy.
ABB controls silicon production line at plant in Norway
The System 800xA solution includes operator workplaces, five AC 800M controllers, and approximately 3000 I/O, and uses Foundation Fieldbus to communicate with the various types of process equipment.
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| Featured Training |
Analytics & Intelligence Hands-On Workshops
October 13, 2010
Location: Caterat, NJ, USA
Attend a free seminar and hands-on workshop to discover how to apply analytics and extract intelligence from your real-time and historical data with GE Intelligent Platforms' Proficy* software — driving significant improvements to your operations, regardless of your existing systems.
Getting Started with OPC UA (Unified Architecture)
October 20, 2010
- Time Zone
OPC UA (OPC Unified Architecture) presents a new concept for industrial communication, and enables a smooth migration from Classic OPC and supports communication through firewalls without tunneling. Learn about OPC UA and how it can benefit your plant.
Web Seminar: Grounding in Instrumentation Systems
October 27, 2010
2:00 PM - (GMT -5:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada), Bogota, Lima Time Zone
This seminar covers grounding requirements, concepts, and applications in measurement and control areas. Terminologies, types of grounding systems, and shielding relevant to grounding are areas emphasized.
The Fundamentals of Intrinsic Safety (EX) Seminar
November 11, 2010
Location: Houston, TX, USA
The use of Intrinsic Safety (EX) can offer significant savings, reliability and flexibility when compared to other hazardous area protection methods. In this training seminar, Pepperl+Fuchs will provide an in-depth overview of the theory behind Intrinsic Safety (EX) protection and its application within the process industry.
Hazardous Area Instrumentation Training Course - Electronic Download
This online self paced training course covers all aspects of instrumentation and automation systems used in hazardous (classified) locations. The course contains over 150 pages of rich animation, graphics, photos and images which explain the concepts of Hazardous Area Instrumentation in detail.
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| Company & Organizational News |
ARC says DCS market is recovering
So far, 2010 has not shown significant growth over 2009, but it looks like conditions are gradually improving.
ABB and Dresser Masoneilan collaborate on emergency shutdown valves
The two will develop an integrated process to monitor, test and manage emergency shutdown valves (ESDV) during all operational conditions, from normal plant operations to abnormal situations.
ARC sees Long-Term Control Valve Growth
The current year, 2010, looks to be even more grueling for control valve suppliers as they continue to face soft global demand, this time without the support of a healthy backlog.
Endress+Hauser earns ISO17025 certification for laboratory and field calibration
Endress+Hauser becomes the only process instrument manufacturer with both lab and field accredited calibration.
Frost & Sullivan says SCADA systems competitive with DCSes
The World Distributed Control System (DCS) Market report says DCS manufacturers will have to be wary of competition from SCADA systems that can perform the same functions. The report costs EUR 4,553.00
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| Project News |
ARC Informatique to supply PcVue software to SECHE
The SECHE Group and its subsidiary TREDI will use PcVue for its plants, including household and industrial waste incineration plants, and biogas power plants.
Flow-Cal to Provide Flow Software to DCP Midstream
Flow-Cal Enterprise software will replace DCP’s legacy measurement system as well as combine gas and liquid measurements in a single system.
As One to supply Catalyst software to HallStar
Catalyst xM and Catalyst PDC will provide specialty chemical producer HallStar with the ability to fully automate batch execution and electronic batch record management.
Emerson to upgrade automation at pentaerythritol plant
The existing distributed control system will be replaced at Perstorp's plant in Sweden The project will be Europe’s first installation of version 11 of DeltaV.
GE to control update of old U.S. Army energy systems in Alaska
GE’s Proficy Process Systems will control electric, natural gas, steam and potable water distribution systems, as well as the wastewater collection system at U.S. Army forts.
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| Featured Events |
Invensys OpsManage'10
October 18, 2010 - October 22, 2010
Location: Orlando , FL, USA
The One Multi-Discipline Event For Collaborating On Your Journey Towards Operational Excellence
Remote 2010 Conference & Expo
October 18, 2010 - October 20, 2010
Location: Dallas, TX, USA
The ninth annual conference and expo will be held October 19-20, 2010 in Dallas, Texas. This technology-driven and solution oriented event brings together the innovators and users from multiple industries, including utilities, infrastructure, power, oil & gas, telecom, industrial, water & public utilities, agriculture, remote networks, and facilities management.
Rockwell Automation Process Solutions User Group (PSUG)
November 1, 2010 - November 2, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, USA
The PSUG Meeting facilitates peer-to-peer dialog and provides an environment to exchange innovative ideas, learn best practices and seek solutions. Automation Fair is the premier industry event focusing on advanced automation products, integrated control and information architecture, valued-add services and solutions. Together, these two events provide a full “Process Week”.
Automation Fair
November 3, 2010 - November 4, 2010
Location: Orlando, FL, United States
Discover smart, safe, sustainable manufacturing at Automation Fair® 2010. Attend in-depth tech sessions and hands-on labs. Visit more than 100 exhibits and displays. Learn best practices at specialized industry forums. As always, there’s no charge to attend Automation Fair – it’s all free.
RENEX
December 9, 2010 - December 12, 2010
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
International Trade Fair for Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, Water, Water Treatment, Environmental and Fluid Control Technologies.
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