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How to Succeed in Advanced Process Control Across Industries

An operations-first playbook for APC engineers and decision-makers Executive summary Advanced Process Control (APC) is not tied to any single...
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Flow meter

Steam Flowmeters for Steam Service — Illustrated Selection Guide (7 Types)

1) Why steam flow measurement matters Steam accounts for a large share of plant energy. Choosing the right flowmeter drives...
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Instrumentation

4–20 mA Control Loops: Working Principles & a Field-Proven Troubleshooting Playbook

1) Why 4–20 mA still wins In noisy industrial environments, analog current loops are resilient: the signal is immune to...
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Pressure Transmitter

Practical Guide to Selecting a Pressure Sensor

Pressure sensors are critical components in industrial automation and process control. For many purchasing engineers, the challenge lies in selecting...
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Instrumentation

Gas Detection System (GDS) — Design & Configuration Guide for Chemical Plants

1. Scope This guide standardizes how to design, integrate, retrofit, and maintain a Gas Detection System (GDS) so that leak...
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Instrumentation

IR vs. UV Flame Detectors — Principles, Applications, Maintenance & Calibration

1) What each detector “sees” Infrared (IR) flame detector: senses the thermal radiation emitted by flames (typ. 0.76–1000 μm). Strong...
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PLC

TN-C, TN-S, and TN-C-S Power Supply Systems Explained

In electrical engineering, understanding power supply systems is essential for safe and efficient power distribution. TN-C, TN-S, and TN-C-S are...
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Instrumentation

Digital Factory & the Five Core Systems (ERP, PLM, MES, WMS, DCS)

Executive Summary A Digital Factory uses end-to-end lifecycle data and model-based simulation to mirror, evaluate, and optimize production in a...
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Instrumentation

Why Daily Rounds Matter—and What to Inspect

1) Why daily inspection is mandatory Daily rounds are not “walk-throughs”—they are a legal and safety requirement to catch issues...
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Instrumentation

Key Considerations for SIL Certification

(Based on IEC 61508 & IEC 61511) Overview Safety Integrity Level (SIL) certification is a critical process for ensuring functional...
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PLC

How a PLC Receives Encoder Pulses

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are widely used in industrial automation for precise control and monitoring of machinery. One common application...
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Pressure Transmitter

Pressure Transmitter Range Selection Guide

1. Definition and Function A pressure transmitter is an instrument that converts physical pressure parameters (from gases or liquids) into...
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Instrumentation

Management System for Calibration of Measuring Instruments and Industrial Meters

1. General Requirements The installation and use of pressure gauges, safety valves, level gauges, and thermometers shall comply with the...
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Valve

Common Failures and Troubleshooting of Pneumatic Control Valves

Introduction Pneumatic control valves play a crucial role in regulating process flow in industrial automation systems. However, due to complex...
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Instrumentation

PID Tuning — General Steps & Rules

1. Define Control Objectives Before touching parameters, agree on measurable targets for the loop: setpoint tracking speed, allowable overshoot, steady‑state...
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Thermocouples

Preventing Probe Wear on RTDs & Thermocouples

1) Executive summary Probe wear on RTDs/thermocouples mainly comes from mechanical friction, particle erosion, installation errors, material/geometry mismatch, and vibration/corrosion...
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Instrumentation

Outdoor LCD Maintenance for Industrial Instruments

1) What goes wrong outdoors (quick symptoms → likely causes) Dim/black screen, flicker → backlight PSU/LEDs aged or damp; supply...
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Pressure Transmitter

Why Differential Pressure Flow Transmitters Require Regular Purging

1. Introduction In process industries such as chemical, petrochemical, and power generation, flow measurement is a critical parameter for process...
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Instrumentation

Why Calibrating a Velocity Meter Matters

Scope: open-channel/current meters, insertion velocity probes, electromagnetic/ultrasonic velocity sensors used in water resources, environmental monitoring, and industrial processes. 1) Why...
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Instrumentation

Determining Instrument End-of-Life (EoL): A Practical Guide

1) Purpose & Scope This guide helps maintenance, QA, and operations teams decide when an instrument has reached its practical...
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