Mike Robb

Do I really need this alarm?

A common occurrence is an alarm being driven by code that is no longer being utilized. A periodic review of alarm philosophy should be conducted by third-party or plant maintenance employees.

Plug-and-play doesn’t happen by luck

Automation equipment from multiple suppliers may not always play well together. When interconnecting devices, a little planning ahead can help ensure success.

Power plant control systems in a smelter complex

Isolating a large power generating system when it’s driving a variable load creates some special control challenges.