Automation & Control Track
At the center of any production facility is the automation of its processes and the controls which enable it to operate with maximum efficiency and speed. One calibration error, one mis-adjustment, or one inaccurate process control parameter can cause machine malfunction, breakdowns, inefficiency, quality control issues, and ultimately higher costs. Everything from the basics of temperature, pressure, level, and flow to SCADA and distributed control systems will be addressed in depth.
Follow this track to learn more about process control— the heart of manufacturing:
- Instrument Implementation
Tuesday, 5 October 10:30 a.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Technician
This session will present various aspects of Instrument project implementation from pitfalls to avoid on projects; to a case history on using a Main Instrument Vendor; and onto one of the challenges faced in developing countries in the Oil and Gas industries. - Alarm Management Best Practices
Tuesday, 5 October 1:30 p.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Management
Industrial alarm management has emerged as an important plant controls operator support tool. Properly applied, alarm improvement efforts will result in better plant operations, safer production and reduced plant maintenance costs. The three papers in this session discuss good engineering practices in the implementation of an alarm management system. - Enterprise Integration—How and Why to Do It
Tuesday, 5 October 3:30 p.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Management
This session will focus on practical examples of MES deployment and highlight a number of approaches in terms of integration and deployment. The end to end theme will cover Business, Technical and Operational aspects, and key enablers and pre-requisites will be discussed. A session to share theory and practice and take a closer look from an after action review perspective! - Justifying Technology Selection
Wednesday, 6 October 10:30 a.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Management Marketing
This session will review methods being used to select automation technology levels and provide business justification on the economic value automation technology brings. - Loop Tuning. One Size does not Fit All
Wednesday, 6 October 1:30 p.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Technician Management Academia/R&D/Scientist Marketing
This panel/debate on loop tuning methods will present solutions to problems submitted in advanced. Four experts will have to present how they would tune loops for 4 cases. They will debate on methods and best practices. Models and context will be sent to them in advance and a simulator will be used to demonstrate results. - Process Control Performance Measurement
Wednesday, 6 October 3:30 p.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Management
This session will present methods and metrics on process control performance. How do we put numbers on performance? How many performance indices do we need? What is common to all plants? Can we use something similar to OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)? - Advanced Classical versus Model Predictive Control
Thursday, 7 October 8:30 a.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Academia/R&D/Scientist
This session attempts to place in perspective two powerful process control tools – Advanced Classical and Model-Predictive Control. Both are important, useful, functional tools. Many process control professionals ask, “Which is the appropriate technology for my situation?” Each of the first two speakers will discuss one of these technologies, providing technical aspects, examples, and application benefits. The third speaker, drawing on his background in industry and in the academic field, will provide a comprehensive overview touching on the process and human features that make one or the other a preferred application for a specific situation. - Instrumentation Rules of Thumb
Thursday, 7 October 10:30 a.m.
Track: Automation & Control
Path(s): Engineer Technician
This session will present the theory behind the measurement, and the guidelines for application selection for Vibration Monitoring and Coriolis Flow metering. It will also provide an overview of the different types of Instrumentation you can expect to see when working in the Nuclear Industry.
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