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FeatureAutoQuiz: What is the Impact of a Loss of Power in a Flow Control Mechanism?
AutoQuiz: Loss of Power in a Flow Control Mechanism -
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Book Excerpt + Author Q&A: Applying FOUNDATION Fieldbus
Applying FOUNDATION Fieldbus is authored by professionals who have extensive experience in implementing the largest adaptation of the technology. -
FeatureISA Training and Education Programs for July and August
The late summer of 2016 offered many programs from ISA. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: How to Calculate Rated Torque with Variable Frequency Drives
The volts per hertz ratio (V/Hz) controls the torque of a motor. As long as this ratio is in proportion with the nameplate rating, the motor will develop rated torque. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: How Do You Change from Single Loop Control of a Process Variable?
AutoQuiz: Change DCS from single loop control of a process variable to cascade, ratio, feedforward, adaptive, or multi-variable control -
FeatureAre Parents Out of Touch with Careers in Manufacturing?
Parents do not have accurate information or positive perceptions on the opportunities for a career in manufacturing. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: Which Control Valve Body Style Is Most Likely to Develop Blockage in a Paper-Pulp Slurry Service?
AutoQuiz: Blocked control valves used in a paper-pulp slurry service. -
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Book Excerpt + Author Q&A: Industrial Data Communications
The book Industrial Data Communications is designed to help you understand legacy and more advanced systems deployed in industrial automation environments. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What are the Basic Components of a Programmable Logic Controller or PLC?
AutoQuiz: What are the basic components of a programmable logic controller? -
FeatureISA Training and Education Programs for June and July
See what offerings ISA provided in the summer of 2016. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What are Protection Techniques for Equipment?
AutoQuiz: Protection techniques for equipment in a Class I, Division 1 area -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What are the Characteristics of Programmable Logic Controllers?
AutoQuiz:Characterisitcs of Programmable Logic Controllers -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What is the Relationship between Velocity and Reynolds Number Constraints for a Doppler Flowmeter?
AutoQuiz: To meet velocity and Reynolds Number constraints for a particular Doppler flowmeter sizing application, what factors should be considered? -
FeatureIs Your Industrial Content Marketing Program Effective?
Content marketing does not replace sales; it complements every business function that contributes to "the sale." -
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AutoQuiz: What is the Standard for Embedded Software for SIL 3 Certified Safety System?
According to IEC 61511-1, embedded software should follow software guidelines in IEC 61508-3. IEC 61511 and ANSI/ISA84 are system standards and not product standards. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What are the Electrical Standards for Industrial Machinery Emergencies?
AutoQuiz:Electrical standards for safe operation of industrial machinery during emergencies. -
FeatureISA Training and Education Programs for May-June
See what programs we are offering in the Spring and early Summer of 2016. -
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AutoQuiz: How Do You Measure Tank Levels with Differential Pressure Transmitters?
The definition of span is the algebraic difference between the upper and lower range values. -
FeatureAutoQuiz: What is the Nature of Chemical Reactions and Heat?
AutoQuiz:Heat required and produced by chemical reactions. -
FeatureContent Curation Drives Business to Your Industrial Company
Some of your most important traffic growth and business leads can come from an active program of content curation.