White Papers/Resources
The Process Online Resource Library contains white papers, eBooks, webcasts, videos and technical papers to help you manage and solve work related problems. Select from a variety of application and technology related subjects, supplied by market-leading vendors or written by our editorial team.
Smart machines: your guide to control design
Supplied by National Instruments Australia Pty Ltd on 31 March, 2017
This white paper discusses the challenges of building machines today and demonstrates proven methods that help innovative machine builders get ahead of the competition.
How to protect your pump and extend its life
Supplied by AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd on 01 March, 2017
In today’s complex and continuous process plant environments, liquid pumps are often overworked and underprotected. Poor operating conditions can reduce pump performance, require extra maintenance, shorten pumps’ lives and increase operating costs.
Harness the IoT and automate your processes
Supplied by Schneider Electric on 01 February, 2017
Maximising the potential of the Industrial Internet of Things hinges on how well you control the complex interfaces among your industrial assets. A new generation of IIoT-ready process automation controllers now equips control engineers to become real-time business decision-makers who can add millions to operational profitability.
How to profit from the Industrial Internet of Things
Supplied by Schneider Electric on 20 January, 2017
Industrial organisations are investing in digital infrastructure with high expectations of payback. Making the right automation choices can help fulfil those expectations — by releasing new sources of value that may be hidden or constrained by inadequately connected assets.
7 key steps for process alarm management
Supplied by Yokogawa Australia Pty Ltd on 26 September, 2016
Alarm systems are an essential aspect of any plant. Managing your system effectively can yield significant operational improvements and optimise plant safety. Alarm management is not just a project with a start and end date; it's a continuous cycle.
New surface sensor technology optimises process measurement
Supplied by Emerson Process Management Aust P/L on 25 August, 2016
Temperature measurement is a critical factor in determining process efficiency and product quality. Traditionally, measuring temperature in these conditions has been fraught with difficulty.
The key to plant automation and ultimate productivity
Supplied by Honeywell Process Solutions on 16 August, 2016
Control system performance can have a huge impact on return investment throughout the life cycle of a plant. A successful modernisation program can help reduce your TCO, increase production rates, manage risks and extend both system life and performance.
Lithium-ion Vs VRLA batteries — what delivers the most value?
Supplied by Schneider Electric IT Business on 05 August, 2016
Lithium-ion battery systems for UPS applications are beginning to offer compelling benefits. While some Li-ion solution prices are too high to justify switching from VRLA, there are some that present a favourable 10-year TCO with payback in less than 4 years.
New pressure gauge innovations for advanced plant operations
Supplied by Emerson Process Management Aust P/L on 19 July, 2016
Pressure gauges provide the visibility into your industrial plant process and equipment to help drive peak performance and ensure safe operations. New technologies are transforming the traditional gauge by including digital electronics, new pressure sensing technology and reduced mechanical components.
10 ways to stay competitive in today’s changing economy
Supplied by Citrix Online on 18 July, 2016
Today’s rapidly changing economy creates both opportunities and risks for almost every business. Your business’ growth potential will largely depend on managing this change effectively.
Automated tank farm monitoring: meeting Australia’s fuel reserve needs — an eBook
Supplied by Westwick-Farrow Media on 16 June, 2016Australia is the only IEA member among 29 developed countries not meeting their fuel reserve membership obligations (storage reserves must equal at least 90 days’ worth of consumption).
7 types of power problems that eat your profit
Supplied by Schneider Electric IT Business on 02 June, 2016
Power that is free of interruption or disturbance is essential for the modern business. A problematic supply of power is a key cause of equipment failures, downtime and software/data corruption.
Tank blanketing — protect product integrity, promote safety, cut costs
Supplied by Pressure and Safety Systems on 30 May, 2016
Tank blanketing maintains a blanket of gas in the vapour space above the liquid in a closed storage tank. Proven results include improved product quality, better process safety, optimised process efficiency and significant cost savings.
3 ways to overcome pitfalls on your next big project
Supplied by Emerson Process Management Aust P/L on 30 March, 2016
Executing big-dollar projects on budget and on time is becoming increasingly challenging. The consequences of not meeting these challenges has never been greater — costs of overruns and lost revenue can exceed the project cost tenfold.
Boiler trace analysis — the key for cutting production costs
Supplied by AMS Instrumentation & Calibration Pty Ltd on 24 March, 2016
Corroded steam boilers regularly lead to large profit losses in the production process. Inefficient system productivity, unplanned downtime, intensive maintenance and a shorter life cycle all eat away at your potential revenue.
