New versions of mixproof valves designed to meet corrosion challenges
23 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Alfa Laval Pty LtdIndustries such as food, pharmaceuticals and biotech face significant challenges from corrosion, in addition to having to meet stringent hygienic demands.
Honeywell helps BASF turn hazardous waste into clean energy
19 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Honeywell LtdNew control room at BASF's Ludwigshafen waste incineration plant uses Honeywell's Experion technology to support the company's strategic Industry 4.0 initiative.
Explosives manufacturing plant invests in latest motor control technology
16 January, 2018 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaSystems integrator Auto Control Systems is the first in the world to implement a complete motor control centre solution using an Allen-Bradley CENTERLINE 2500 MCC, to be shipped as a complete containerised unit for an explosives manufacturer in Eastern Europe.
Emerson Ovation OCC100 controller
11 January, 2018 | Supplied by: EmersonThe Ovation OCC100 controller is designed for utilities and independent power producers that rely more and more on diverse renewable energy sources and that serve the fast-growing microgrid market.
ABB to pioneer microgrid solution for offshore platform
14 December, 2017 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB will provide Woodside, Australia's largest independent oil and gas company, with a PowerStore battery storage system that will be installed on Woodside's Goodwyn A platform off the coast of Western Australia.
A step change for better profitability
13 December, 2017 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdSiemens has been working with Ok Tedi Mining Limited since 2005 to improve operational performance. The latest project targets improvements in the drive train infrastructure.
Australian energy security in a connected world
12 December, 2017 by Glenn Johnson, Editor, Process TechnologyPolitics aside, the future of Australian energy networks is looking exciting, with digitalisation and a greater mix of cheaper energy sources coming online — but we mustn't ignore the elephant in the room: cybersecurity risk.
ARC names ABB global leader in SCADA systems for the power sector
05 December, 2017 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdThe latest ARC report says ABB's Grid Automation business is at the forefront of grid automation and digitalisation.
ABB580 drive for water industry applications
27 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Control Logic Pty LtdThe ABB580 drive can be wall mounted or cabinet built and features built-in pump application functionality.
Novo Nordisk selects Emerson to help bring diabetes medication to market more quickly
16 November, 2017 | Supplied by: EmersonEmerson's automation technologies and project strategies will help Novo Nordisk achieve a tight project schedule and the rapid construction of a manufacturing site for critical medicines.
Control system migration: surviving the 'perfect storm' to improve performance — Part 2
14 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Honeywell LtdIndustrial companies are faced with an increasingly competitive business environment and control systems that are becoming obsolete. The fast pace of technology development opens up new opportunities, but this is being offset by an increasing skills shortage. Incremental migration coupled with outcome-based service programs can help an organisation move forward and reduce TCO.
Emerson to install gas turbine controls for ENGIE plant in France
13 November, 2017 | Supplied by: EmersonENGIE has awarded Emerson a contract to replace legacy combustion turbine controls with its Ovation turbine control technology at its DK6 800 MW combined-cycle power plant in Dunkirk, France.
Human factors and their impact on plant safety
10 November, 2017 by Luis Duran, Hampus Schäring and Jeton Partini, Industrial Automation, Control Technologies, ABB | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdOperators in modern plants are tasked with numerous activities, making it difficult for them to handle abnormal process conditions. Research has demonstrated how an intelligent and ergonomic workspace can both mitigate risk and increase productivity.
Schneider Electric EcoStruxure Industrial Software Platform
26 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricEcoStruxure Industrial Software Platform is an integrated, modular software suite designed to address operational and business imperatives across the value chain in industrial and infrastructure businesses.
Control system migration: surviving the 'perfect storm' to improve performance — Part 1
20 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Honeywell LtdIndustrial companies are faced with an increasingly competitive business environment. Manufacturers must find ways to produce quality products quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively. Experience has shown control system performance can have a huge impact on return on investment (ROI) throughout the life cycle of the plant.
