Plant Safety and Security News, Trends, and Products
Microgrids looking for right model
Microgrids offer a compelling alternative to traditional energy generation and distribution,... » more
Underground security system
The border-monitoring system, known as Helios, could watch the entire US-Mexico border continuously. » more
Security zones create 'architecture of fear'
Parts of America’s most prominent downtowns remain largely sealed off as security zones, which has... » more
WIB security standard released
An international standard that outlines a set of specific requirements focusing on cyber security... » more
Slowdown: Users turn off anti-virus software
Anti-virus software does work if used properly, but a new study shows 25 percent of consumers... » more
HDTVs vulnerable to hack attacks
Hackers can potentially use Internet-connected HDTVs to infiltrate malware into home networks,... » more
Cyber security bill in Senate
A bill that would force the government and the private sector to require minimum cyber security... » more
SC utility slow to fix nuclear safety equipment
Progress Energy Carolinas faces increased federal oversight as a result of problems cited by the... » more
Chevron shuts, purges Utah pipline
Chevron hopes it will remove the remaining oil in the Utah pipeline, completing work required in... » more
BP faces new suit from feds
Legal wrangling has officially begun in the civil lawsuit against BP and eight other companies over... » more
BP oil spill blankets Gulf Sea bed
High levels of toxins have been found in a deadly blanket of oil on the sea floor measuring several... » more
Hacker Report: More malware in 2011
Hacktivism and cyberwar, more profit-oriented malware, social media, social engineering and... » more
Password Reuse - Control networks double the risk
Control system vendors continue to bury hidden "default" passwords in their system which can fall... » more
Stuxnet Video: Mitigation strategy outlined
Part II of a video series on the Stuxnet worm one strategy that can help mitigate attacks like... » more
Engineers choose Siemens Simatic ET200pro Fail Safe Controller as best in class
The Simatic ET 200pro Fail Safe Controller from Siemens was awarded the 2011 Engineers' Choice... » more
Networked safety in three steps
Networked safety is increasing, where programmable controllers replace relays, doing for functional... » more
Control unit allows flexibility of parameter selection for inputs, outputs
The new “eloFlex” system from elobau has been designed for the flexibility of parameter selection... » more
Machine Safety - A Review of 2010 Developments
Machine Safety topics have covered the gamut throughout 2010 from regulations and industry... » more
OSHA hikes scrutiny of chemical plants, refineries
The feds are intensifying their watch of refineries and chemical plants. OSHA's scrutiny of the... » more
Microgrids looking for right modelMicrogrids offer a compelling alternative to traditional energy generation and distribution,... » more
Underground security systemThe border-monitoring system, known as Helios, could watch the entire US-Mexico border continuously. » more
Security zones create 'architecture of fear'Parts of America’s most prominent downtowns remain largely sealed off as security zones, which has... » more
WIB security standard releasedAn international standard that outlines a set of specific requirements focusing on cyber security... » more
Slowdown: Users turn off anti-virus softwareAnti-virus software does work if used properly, but a new study shows 25 percent of consumers... » more
HDTVs vulnerable to hack attacksHackers can potentially use Internet-connected HDTVs to infiltrate malware into home networks,... » more
Cyber security bill in SenateA bill that would force the government and the private sector to require minimum cyber security... » more
SC utility slow to fix nuclear safety equipmentProgress Energy Carolinas faces increased federal oversight as a result of problems cited by the... » more
Chevron shuts, purges Utah piplineChevron hopes it will remove the remaining oil in the Utah pipeline, completing work required in... » more
BP faces new suit from fedsLegal wrangling has officially begun in the civil lawsuit against BP and eight other companies over... » more
BP oil spill blankets Gulf Sea bedHigh levels of toxins have been found in a deadly blanket of oil on the sea floor measuring several... » more
Hacker Report: More malware in 2011Hacktivism and cyberwar, more profit-oriented malware, social media, social engineering and... » more
Password Reuse - Control networks double the riskControl system vendors continue to bury hidden "default" passwords in their system which can fall... » more
Stuxnet Video: Mitigation strategy outlinedPart II of a video series on the Stuxnet worm one strategy that can help mitigate attacks like... » more
Engineers choose Siemens Simatic ET200pro Fail Safe Controller as best in classThe Simatic ET 200pro Fail Safe Controller from Siemens was awarded the 2011 Engineers' Choice... » more
Keeping OSHA 300 log can be a challenge
What happens when an injury is disclosed two months later? » more
What happens when an injury is disclosed two months later? » more
OSHA injury, illness recordkeeping
Injury and illness recordkeeping has always been an important part of OSHA's workplace safety... » more
Injury and illness recordkeeping has always been an important part of OSHA's workplace safety... » more
Circuit breaker enhancements promote safety, protect equipment
Eaton Corporation expanded circuit breaker capabilities to offer enhanced ground fault protection... » more
Eaton Corporation expanded circuit breaker capabilities to offer enhanced ground fault protection... » more
Networked safety in three stepsNetworked safety is increasing, where programmable controllers replace relays, doing for functional... » more
Security: Lose more than your mobile device while traveling
Security of automation and control systems could be at risk during the travel season, if smart... » more
Security of automation and control systems could be at risk during the travel season, if smart... » more
Control unit allows flexibility of parameter selection for inputs, outputsThe new “eloFlex” system from elobau has been designed for the flexibility of parameter selection... » more
Machine Safety - A Review of 2010 DevelopmentsMachine Safety topics have covered the gamut throughout 2010 from regulations and industry... » more
Conducting an arc flash study
Consulting engineers have an opportunity to provide real-time arc flash diagnostics remotely to... » more
Consulting engineers have an opportunity to provide real-time arc flash diagnostics remotely to... » more
OSHA hikes scrutiny of chemical plants, refineriesThe feds are intensifying their watch of refineries and chemical plants. OSHA's scrutiny of the... » more
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