The integrated automation solution will manage end-to-end production in the pulp industry — from the woodyard to the baling line — from a single control room

EPS-2XPB-SG-MS explosion proof momentary switch is Class 1 Division 1 & 2 and Class 2 Division 1 & 2 rated for hazardous locations.

Enhancements include an Energy Meter module, firmware version 4.2 with backup/restore function, and a safety CPU.

This course was specifically developed for non-maintenance personnel with little or no background in the field of process measurements and control.

By DataforthThis article revisits the definition of RMS, shows RMS values for various time functions, and explores some interesting RMS measurement issues.

Emerson will provide automation technologies including control and safety systems, predictive maintenance software, control valves and measurement devices, and services such as engineering, project management and lifecycle care.

PSRmini relays are thin, force guided SIL 3-rated safety relays that can be used to build distributed systems in potentially explosive areas.

Power Construction is using the environmental monitoring system to collect and transmit temperature and humidity data in a 27-story hospital in Chicago.

By Bill Lydon, EditorThere are a number of worldwide initiatives to improve manufacturing flexibility, productivity and efficiency with high levels of integration. Manufacturing and automation professionals should study these initiatives and strongly consider their future automation investment strategies.

The two founders of Axiom Analytical Inc. Norm Jennings and Dr. Mike Doyle, will work as consultants for the newly established Hellma Axiom Inc.

System 9000 provides scanning rates up to 50,000 samples/second, supports full-, half-or quarter-bridge configurations, and offers built-in precision bridge completion.

Catalog covers sensor and controller products such as the mineral insulated thermocouples and the EZ-ZONE family of controllers.

The SCADA Technology Summit will bring together a cross-section of SCADA and ICS end-users to present, educate and analyze the latest advances in the rapidly changing market of control and automation.

Internet of Things North America is an innovative event covering advanced connectivity and cloud based monitoring/control of devices, facilities, automobiles, people, and enterprise operations. Already in its third year, the 2016 event will once again be held in Chicagoland area on April 13-14, 2016.

Remote Monitoring & Control 2016 will cover the latest advancements for monitoring and managing distributed equipment and facilities via recent developments in SCADA, remote networks (wireless & wired), security (cyber & physical), automation, onsite and back-up power, M2M/IoT and all other manner of technology that allows for the management of remote assets.

The software will help to secure the integrity and improve management of the process control software used to operate Total E&P UK’s offshore developments in the North Sea.

ProSense SPTD25 series pressure transmitters feature an all-stainless steel thin film sensing element that provides very fast response time and can be used to sense any compatible media. Price: $99.

Paul Gruhn is an ISA Fellow, original member of the ISA S84 Committee, and author of the ISA book on functional safety.

TRICOR flow meters are CRN certified within five provinces of Canada including British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Quebec.

Enhancements in Version R3.30 include quick access to HART device status information and targeted issuance of alarms.

Peracetic Analyzer simplifies process monitoring to ensure disinfection without the need for potentially harmful disinfection byproducts (DPBs).

Headquartered in Roscrea, Ireland, the office serves as the primary product distribution and services delivery center for Control Station’s European operations.

By Bill Lydon, EditorOver the years there have been only a handful of truly disruptive industrial automation and control technological shifts that significantly impacted manufacturing productivity and efficiency. With the latest technologies that are enabling IoT, we may be on the cusp of another shift.

Point level switch can be used for water-based liquids in the food and beverage industry and meets all international hygienic requirements

By Nick Boughton, Boulting TechnologyThe debate between upgrade vs. repair is by no means a new one, but it has become prevalent as most industries look to squeeze margins. This article discusses best practice for obsolescence management from a systems integrator point of view.

Ecopetrol uses Rotork Schischek compact explosionproof valve for a critical petrochemical analysis process.

OnTrack captures the tribal knowledge of highly experienced operators and combines it with industry best practices to create optimized, repeatable actions.

OnTrack captures the tribal knowledge of highly experienced operators and combines it with industry best practices to create optimized, repeatable actions.

By Tina Todd, Moore IndustriesThe paper outlines how significant savings, both initial installation and ongoing maintenance costs, for intrinsically-safe (IS) facilities or projects can be achieved by selecting associated apparatus as the IS barrier in your system. It has a brief introduction to intrinsic safety, the different components in an intrinsically-safe system, and the two different types of barriers. This paper also explains why selecting an associated apparatus as the IS barrier provides the most economic and effective use of IS technology.

FPID on March 14-15 showcases two acclaimed keynote speakers, an extensive technical program, and two valuable training courses.

Honeywell’s Industrial Cyber Security business is now offering the Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Security Platform to industrial customers.

EXV vaporizes and maintains the gas phase of GC analysis samples in natural gas custody transfer and processing, flare stack emissions monitoring, wellhead sampling, and CO2 beverage analysis.

Emerson will supply Fisher valves and regulators, Rosemount and Daniel measurement instruments, DeltaV distributed control systems, flow computers, and systems for emergency shutdown and fire and gas detection.

Simatic WinCC SCADA system is being used as a tunnel management system for the Gotthard Base Tunnel in Switzerland.

Version 3.14 now supports access to historical data (OPC UA HA). Drivers IEC 61850 / 61400 support dynamic data sets, 64 bit data types, and Windows 10.

AMZ-HD41-2 and AMZ-3041-2 cameras now meet European ATEX and IECEx standards, as well as UL and Canadian CSA standards for electrical safety.

The Austrian lab can calibrate CO2 measuring devices such as sensors, handhelds, data loggers and spectrometers.

Model ST75V flow meter can be used at remote field sites that lack easy access to electric power.

Emerson will automate Cameron’s new liquefaction project, adding three LNG trains to facilitate export of domestic natural gas to international markets.

Twelve-page leaflet describes how ProcessMaster electromagnetic flowmeter serves the demanding applications of the oil and gas industry.

ABB will supply the complete power and process electrical systems for Metsä Group’s new bioproduct mill in Äänekoski in central Finland, opening in 2017.

Combined with a Fluke 750 Series or 720 Series calibrator it delivers a comprehensive HART calibration and configuration solution

R12 software helps engineers and operations analysts in the process industries to rapidly achieve insights into asset and operations data.

By Mark Menezes, Emerson Process Management, Rosemount MeasurementField devices, especially pressure measurement installations, can experience maintenance problems and erratic performance in cold weather. Effective product design, installation and maintenance procedures can minimize these issues.

CompuCal’s instrumentation calibration management software allows E+H customers to access, manage and transfer instrument data to mobile platforms, SAP and ERP systems, and E+H’s own Web Asset Management software.