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  • DeltaV Blog: Continuous Data Analytics – Quality Parameter Prediction

    Terry Blevins
    The prediction of quality parameters using Partial Least Squares (PLS) models is often the preferred technique when dealing with collinear data where multiple process input changes impact similar process output measurements. Predictions based on this linear technique can be used to extrapolate outside the data range used in model development. Process interactions may be accounted … Continue reading » Read the full text…

  • DeltaV Blog: Updated Using SNMP on a DeltaV System Whitepaper

    Larry Griffin
    Using a Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) application is not “simple” and its proper and safe use in a live network requires some expertise. The purpose of this whitepaper is to provide information supporting that expertise. (437KB PDF) Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Continuous Data Analytics – On-line Use

    Terry Blevins
    One of the key objectives of a process control system is to maintain product quality parameters within specification. On-line analyzers that automatically provide measurements of material properties to the control system may be too expensive, may have proven to be unreliable, or simply may not be available because of the complexity of the sampling system … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • Operations Management Blog: Managing the Software Development Lifecycle for Validated Processes

    Jim Cahill
    For those in the biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturing industries, Emerson’s Chris Amstutz has been sharing a great series of forum posts in the Emerson Exchange 365 community, Life Sciences track. Here are a few examples of some specific SAP to manufacturing...

  • DeltaV Blog: Advanced Control Foundation at ISA Automation Week 2012

    Terry Blevins
    If you are attending ISA Automation Week, 2012 then you may want to stop by the ISA book store in the exhibit area. Copies of Advanced Control Foundation were shipped earlier this week from the printer and arrive at the ISA bookstore late today, Tuesday, September 25. Thus, you might say these copies of the … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Continuous Data Analytics

    Terry Blevins
    One of the areas addressed by the DeltaV future architecture team over the last two years has been the research and development of on-line continuous data analytics for fault detection quality parameter prediction. This year a prototype of this capability is being tested at two plants in Texas and one plant in Canada. Lubrizol, Deer … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Press Release: Emerson awarded multimillion-dollar contract to provide automation technologies, services for new BP FPSO

    Larry Griffin
    Emerson to provide PlantWeb™ digital plant architecture, DeltaV™ digital automation systems for facility that will produce 130,000 barrels a day AUSTIN, TEXAS (September 20, 2012) – On the heels of being named BP’s automation contractor of choice for offshore oil and gas operations in the North Sea, Emerson Process Management has been awarded a $21 [...] Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Ace Up My Sleeve-Counting the Seconds and the Workings` of a Chaotic Mind

    Jim Cahill
    Can saving seconds add up? Emerson’s Anand Iyer provides his unique perspectives on batch processes and accumulated timesavings. We were in a car, driving after work, discussing different things, that two engineers (one from Sales and one from Technology...

  • SCADA Blog: Remote Automation Solutions (RAS) At The 11th Xinjiang (Karamay) International Petroleum and Petrochemical Technology and Equipment Exhibition

    ZhenningChen
    The 11 th Xinjiang (Karamay) International Petroleum and Petrochemical Technology and Equipment Exhibition was held by CIPPE from 12 to 14 September in Karamay of Xinjiang Autonomous Region, China. It is a regular gathering of petroleum and petrochemical industry, has been held for 10 sessions successfully. As the sister exhibition of CIPPE Beijing, CIPPE Xinjiang has become the top petroleum show in Central Asia. …

  • DeltaV Blog: Updated Backup and Recovery FAQs Whitepaper

    Larry Griffin
    The Backup and Recovery FAQs whitepaper answers frequently asked questions regarding the Emerson system Backup and Recovery application. (560KB PDF) Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Control Loop Foundation Class – Nov 5-9

    Terry Blevins
    I worked closely with Emerson’s education department to establish the class Control Loop Foundation (9025). This 4 ½ day class is intended primarily for people who are new to the process industry and process control. Approximately 30% of the class is dedicated to workshops in which the students get hands on experience working with the … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Press Release: Emerson and Vopak sign Global Framework Agreement for terminal automation systems

    Larry Griffin
    Bulk liquid terminal operator standardizes on Emerson’s DeltaV digital automation system AUSTIN, TEXAS (September 11, 2012) – Netherlands-based Vopak has awarded Emerson Process Management, a global business of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), a three-year Global Framework Agreement to become one of the providers of process automation systems and services for Vopak’s 80-plus storage and bulk liquid [...] Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Updated DeltaV Controller Firewall Product Data Sheet

    Larry Griffin
    The DeltaV Controller Firewall provides an economical additional level of cyber-protection to your DeltaV controllers (285KB PDF). Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Terry Blevins and Mark Nixon Honored as ISA Fellows

    Jim Cahill
    If you ask many of the people around Emerson whose service with the company is measured in decades, the most likely response you’ll hear is that “it’s the people”. I’m based in Austin, Texas and am surrounded by many of the DeltaV technologists, industry...

  • DeltaV Blog: Advanced Control Foundation – Book’s Web Site

    Terry Blevins
    A workshop is provided at the end of each chapter of Advanced Control Foundation – Tools, Techniques, and Applications that explores the technology. One of the unique features of the book is that the reader may view the workshop solution by going to the web site (http://www.advancedcontrolfoundation.com. ) that accompanies the book. All you need … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Tip #57: Be a Team Player

    Gregory K McMillan
    Note: The following tip is from the upcoming book by Greg McMillan and Hunter Vegas titled, 101 Tips for a Successful Automation Career, inspired by the ISA Mentor Program. Tip #57: Be a Team Player By Greg McMillan (Career) When I started my career, I could pretty much execute the entire automation system design from [...] Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: ISA Mentor Program: The Key to the Future

    Gregory K McMillan
    The original intent of the ISA Mentor Program was to start with four (4) end users with at least two (2) years of plant experience. After reviewing several candidates, I decided to accept more than double the amount of applicants into the program due to their excellent qualifications. I kicked off the program with nine [...] Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Advanced Control Foundation – ISA Web Site

    Terry Blevins
    Last week Mark Nixon, Willy Wojsznis and I completed the final type set review of Advanced Control Foundation – Tools, Techniques, and Applications. It is always a good feeling to reach this point when writing a book. As I mentioned in an earlier blog, Advanced Control Foundation – Tools, Techniques and Applications will be available … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Checklist for Batch Reactor Temperature Control

    Gregory K McMillan
    Tight reactor temperature control enables the optimization of capacity and yield. What happens upfront in the reaction sets the stage for downstream processing and what ultimately ends up in the final product. Generally, increasing reactor temperature will increase reaction rate (capacity) but if the temperature is too high, side reactions may develop reducing reaction selectivity (efficiency). Oscillations and errors…

  • DeltaV Blog: Tip #32 – General Project Management Tips

    Gregory K McMillan
    Note: The following tip is from the upcoming book by Greg McMillan and Hunter Vegas titled, 101 Tips for a Successful Automation Career, inspired by the ISA Mentor Program. Tip #32 – General Project Management Tips By Hunter Vegas (Project Management/Execution) Over the years I have learned a number of valuable tips, either the hard [...] Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Addressing Control Applications Using WirelessHART Devices

    Terry Blevins
    At Emerson Exchange, 2012 I will be co-presenting a workshop with Mark Nixon and Marty Zielinski titled Addressing Control Applications Using WirelessHART Devices. In this workshop we will be address the technical basis for the PID modification, known as PIDPlus, that are included in DeltaV v11 to address control using the non-period, slow measurement updates … Continue reading » Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Checklist for Cascade Control

    Gregory K McMillan
    Cascade control is an effective way of providing better feedback and feedforward control. The peak error in the primary loop can be reduced by more than an order of magnitude for disturbances originating in the secondary loop. The nonlinearity a control valve can be removed from the primary control loop. Flow feedforward and ratio control can become more effective. The following checklist provides some guidance on how…

  • DeltaV Blog: Tip #56 – Learn New Skills and Explore Technological Advances

    Gregory K McMillan
    Note: The following tip is from the upcoming book by Greg McMillan and Hunter Vegas titled, 101 Tips for a Successful Automation Career, inspired by the ISA Mentor Program. Tip #56 – Learn New Skills and Explore Technological Advances By Greg McMillan (Career) When I was the lead electrical and instrument (E&I) design engineer for [...] Read the full text.

  • DeltaV Blog: Yokogawa EJX Rev5 Fieldbus Device Files

    Larry Griffin
    In Emerson’s continuing commitment to open and interoperable standards, the Yokogawa EJX Rev5 has passed the rigorous and comprehensive testing of the DeltaV Stress Test labs. Using the Device Installation Kits for Emerson Products website at http://www2.emersonprocess.com/en-US/documentation/deviceinstallkits/Pages/deviceinstallkitsearch.aspx, these fieldbus device files are now available for use. Read the full text…

  • DeltaV Blog: Updated DeltaV Basic Batch Product Data Sheet

    Larry Griffin
    The DeltaV Basic Batch software contains the Batch Executive, the batch engine which coordinates all batch processing activity, creates detailed batch historical records, and schedules your recipes and resources. (66KB PDF) Read the full text.

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