Process Safety
Synthetic polymer can remove dyes from wastewater
North Carolina State University researchers have demonstrated that a reusable synthetic polymer can remove dyes from water.
Implementing a hierarchy of automation safety
A layered approach for addressing industrial automation safety provides optimal results.
Linking PSM, NFPA, and ISA/IEC 61511 for fired equipment
Many facilities rely on prescriptive applications to manage fired equipment, which may not always be sufficient.
Some straight talk on process safety
Will increased connectivity change the definition of a process?
PSM compliance training according to OSHA
To ensure the safest environment for employees, review current PSM training to verify that it meets OSHA requirements
Reduce downtime and risk with effective alarm management
A more intelligent design that can deliver the right alarms at the right time is critical in reducing downtime and risk for operators.
Gap in workplace safety processes, strategies
Companies lack a well-defined roadmap to implement safety improvement measures, according to data from a Sphera report.
Fall protection remains biggest workplace hazard
OSHA's most-cited workplace safety standards finds fall protection in the top spot for the 11th straight year with respiratory protection a distant second.
Wastewater virus removal study receives grant
University of Michigan researchers are studying how well current treatment methods remove viruses from wastewater, which might reduce the complexity of upgrading water treatment facilities.
Digital twins for safety instrumented systems
Digitally-twinning safety instrumented systems, which are responsible for the operating safety in the process industry, can streamline operations and improve overall efficiency.
