Correct load sizing helps cement-maker simplify the variety of motor and drive models needed.

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This paper will cover the range of significant benefits, and the increased confidence in new technology, provided by the latest generation of advanced physical layer diagnostic equipment when applied to Foundation Fieldbus™ or Profibus PA™ fieldbus networks, to monitor the communication, cable infrastructure, fieldbus power supplies, terminators, devices and protection electronics, otherwise referred to as the physical layer.

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A variety of flow measurement devices work by measuring the pressure drop (differential pressure) across a partial obstruction. Here's how.

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With electrical safety a critical issue, achieving that goal through safety systems rather than electrical enclosures is gaining more attention.

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Source: Plant Engineering

Companies with vigorous safety cultures are better positioned to avoid accidents and are more prepared when incidents occur. But what are the safety best practices you should be implementing? And at what cost? Presenter: Luis Duran, ABB

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Drive system designed specifically for the rigors of water cooling tower use replaces the traditional NEMA-design motor, speed reducer and drive shaft assemblies.

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Source: Plant Services

In this podcast, Bob Lowe, Executive Director of Control Systems Integrators Associations talks about how certification of system integrators benefits the integration firm as well as the plant manager that hires the integrator.

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This webinar will not only discuss how to achieve an increased level of cyber security, but will also present real solutions to maintain a high level of cyber security while minimizing the time and effort expended. Presenter: Markus Braendle, ABB

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P&C engineers considering applying GOOSE messages will gain a valuable reference through lessons learned, experiences, and the standard itself presented in this insightful webinar. Presenter: Alejandro Schnakofsky, ABB

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Energy-efficiency conference presentations went well beyond electric motor topics to the system level. A meaningful approach to motor system efficiency must extend to associated equipment, such as pumps, fans, and drives.

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Source: Control Engineering

Valves are energy hogs; they stick; they're prone to mechanical failure. So why the reluctance to replace them with VFDs?

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Source: Control

Pay attention to every step in your process to gain maximum efficiency; awareness of the cost of energy is a critical step for a manufacturing company.

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Pike Research report: Building energy management systems help bring commercial buildings to the Smart Grid, increase energy savings.

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The objective of this work assignment is to examine the relationship between sulfur and mercury emissions from fossil fuel power plants and ambient monitoring data for sulfur and mercury species to determine if a secondary benefit in mercury reductions has been achieved from the 1990 CAAA.

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This paper describes a newly revised, significantly shortened and vastly simplified test procedure applicable to fieldbus systems. Additional guidelines for troubleshooting described herein further enhance commissioning and testing work.

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Learn how to make the right decisions to increase the efficiencies of your mechanical drive systems, which can lead to significant savings to your bottom line. Presenter: William Livoti, Senior Principal Engineer, Baldor Electric Company

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Unravel the mysteries of flow meter selection. Learn how different flow meters work; when and when not to use them; critical requirements for selecting flow meters; how rangeability & turndown affect meter sizing and accuracy; and much more! Presenter: Ron DiGiacomo, ABB.

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Joseph M. Weiss, control systems cyber security expert, weighs in on cybersecurity, science and technology, emerging threats and more.

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The temptation to reduce the energy management focus can prove to be a false economy as it ignores many of energy’s real costs.

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Video discusses the components that make up the foundation of a complete field bus segment.

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This webinar will give you a sound basis to build your knowledge of solar power generation technology. Presenter: Ted Wodoslawsky, ABB.

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The purpose of this paper is to identify and discuss some uncertainties and competing constraints that became dominant factors in the design of a pipeline that otherwise might have been controlled by geotechnical factors. The basic setting of this generalized case history is simple: The lack of available space in an existing utility corridor has led to a new crude oil pipeline alignment that crosses an active trace of a normal fault in a residential area.

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This Power Point defines the three basic principles of hazardous location protection; lists the advantages and disadvantages of using each protection principle and describes hazardous location protection methods.

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System integration: Incorporating safety into a machine or a process at the design stage is more cost-effective than doing so later. Here’s a look at how several integrators and manufacturers approach upfront safety integration and the resulting benefits. This is a Control Engineering August feature article.

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A recent survey showed that 5-10 people a day go to burn centers due to arc flash incidents. That’s 2000-3500 people a year! Attend this webinar and learn the technological advancements that can decrease the dangers of arc flash events and protect your workers and equipment.
Presenter: Jerry Earl, ABB

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Learn about the Control Systems Integrator Association (CSIA) and the benefits it offers members.  This webinar identifies challenges faced by System Integrators, best practices for audit for certification, how to use association membership to benefit your company.

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Owners of industrial control systems (ICS) have always wanted their ICS suppliers to take responsibility for cyber security. ICS suppliers have reacted differently to this customer need. ABB and Industrial Defender recently formed a strategic partnership and it is worthwhile to examine what they believe is the best approach.

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While the intense debates continue over industrial wireless standards many automation professionals are applying industrial wireless solutions to achieve greater efficiency and profits for their companies.

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This webcast examines how users can assess whether an integrated safety and process control systems still provides adequate protection.

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Source: Control

In this article, the author provides thoughts on automation and control industry trends.  Areas covered including wireless, eithernet, energy efficiency, information synergy and security.

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From this webcast you'll learn best practices and technology applications for protecting personnel from arc-flash injuries.

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A practical look at the convergence of safety-related devices and networks with their machine control counterparts.

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Source: Control Design

Networked safety is increasing, where programmable controllers replace relays, doing for functional safety what the PLC did for machine control. Most machine owners no longer view safety as a burden but as an opportunity to enhance machine uptime and increase profitability. Here’s an example of how networked safety might work for you. (See four diagrams and three steps explaining how to network machine safety.)

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Source: Control Engineering

OPC UA elevates automation systems to the level of current computing technology by leveraging web services and Internet Protocol (IP), enabling automation systems to deliver increased value.

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Source: Automation.com

This 5 part article series is based on the recent Pharmaceutical Automation Roundtable (PAR). Automation professionals from leading life sciences companies gathered together to discuss MES, visualization, software development, system life-cycle planning, executive governance, electronic testing, wireless and more. The individual PAR group members have a wealth of practical knowledge and knowhow to share with other participants, truly learning from each other.

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Source: Automation.com

The need for machine safety has become one of the most important concerns for manufacturers today. Protecting employees from injury can not only decrease financial risk for your company in terms of government fines, insurance costs, and potential litigation; it can have a positive impact on employee morale and strengthen your corporate image. Presenter: Lloyd Sinnott, Jokab Safety, Members of the ABB Group.

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A how-to prescription with help from harmonizing standards and new technical tools.

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Source: Control

Process plants are striving now more than ever to reduce operational expenditures while increasing productivity and efficiency. Today’s process engineers place a tremendous amount of emphasis on system integrity requirements. Why? Because it’s a variable that can be controlled when the right equipment is in place.

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Whether performed in-house or by an outside firm, there are several qualifications that must be considered in meeting OSHA standards.

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Source:Plant Services

The use of skid mounted equipment has become popular for a number of reasons but they pose some unique automation and control challenges that can be solved by using IEC 61131-3 and PLCopen standards.

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Energy typically represents the single largest controllable cost in manufacturing, and is under constant scrutiny by all levels of management. In this webinar, we will examine the role and components of an energy management strategy, and focus on the benefits of looking at a sustainability strategy from a business perspective.

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Chevron Texaco's Jay Abshier shows how to assess your network’s intrusion protection/detection plan.

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This paper describes Industrial Defender product support for defense-in-depth security programs. The paper illustrates how Industrial Defender products detect the Stuxnet worm and could have prevented the worm taking control of industrial computers in the months the worm circulated undetected, before patches and anti-virus signatures were available.

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Knowing how much energy is used by process activities is the foundation for a business plan for improvements.

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Transformers are often situated at strategically critical locations in power supply systems, and as a result the financial consequences of their failure can easily exceed their actual asset value. The real challenge lies in implementing the right action at the right time avoid unexpected, costly outages. By optimizing maintenance, including proactive and preventive, you will extend the lifetime of your transformer while decreasing running costs. Presenter: Craig Stiegemeier, ABB

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If the financial or career value attached to carbon reduction is zero, then most projects will fall at the first fence.

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Machine safety is evolving from an obstacle to an opportunity, yet many industry professionals continue to see machine safety as a costly add-on to production.

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Source: Control Design

The collector area required to meet today’s total energy use of mankind can be estimated to be about 3% to 5% of the area of the Sahara.

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Source: Sustainable Plant

The transition to a solar/hydrogen economy will trigger an economic boom unseen since the Marshall Plan.

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Three easy steps to sizing motors 

Choosing the correct motor-and-drive combination is one of the most important steps in specifying a new motion application. The selection process does not need to be mysterious or complicated. In fact, selecting the correct motor-and-drive combination for your application is straightforward, if you know how to apply the three key steps presented in this webinar. Presenter: Steve Weingarth, ABB

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Robots are the buzz for anyone in manufacturing, assembling, packaging or distributing products. Are you looking for ways to automate, reduce variable labor costs and be more competitive?

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Cecil Smith explores how pump curves suggest a rethinking of traditional control strategies.

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Source: Chemical Processing