Control Automation Feature Library
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01/08/2012
Fuels for thought
For years, there have been announcements about trials of forklift trucks powered by hydrogen fuel cells. Cleaner and greener, yes – but will they be seen in UK plants any time soon? Laura Cork finds out
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01/08/2012
Cool solutions
Most plants would benefit from an energy audit, but where should you focus your efforts? And what kind of technology might yield the best dividends? Brian Tinham reports
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01/08/2012
Pioneering spirit
Biomass power generation is one of the keys to renewable energy diversity. Brian Tinham examines a next generation, modular version that is capturing the imagination
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01/08/2012
Plant review
With increasing regulatory scrutiny and rising energy costs, now more than ever plant engineers need to review and reduce plant consumption. Simon Ellam suggests a three-phase approach based on existing process automation technology
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01/08/2012
Energy efficiency
With energy-related issues topping most plant engineers' agendas, Laura Cork looks ahead to the forthcoming Energy Event, which promises a packed educational programme
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01/08/2012
Inside recycling
The Recycling and Waste Management show, co-located with the Energy Event and the new Renewables event at the NEC looks interesting for plant engineers, says Brian Tinham
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08/06/2012
Hard headed young engineers
It's an ill wind that blows nobody any good, they used to say. And so it is with interest that we observe a significant rise in the numbers of engineering, technology, science and maths students taking up 'The Year in Industry' scheme, ...
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08/06/2012
PC versus PLC controls
PC-based automation, in various forms, has been around for decades, but PLCs and related systems remain as popular as ever. Brian Tinham examines the differences and establishes which approach makes most sense where
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08/06/2012
Science of decommissioning
Difficult economic conditions are impacting process plants, leading to redundant assets and a requirement for decommissioning. Richard Vann looks at the issues
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08/06/2012
Blowing hot and cold
Energy efficiency demands are driving ever more sophistication in both HVAC and building energy management systems. Steed Webzell aids plant engineers faced with tough technology decisions
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08/06/2012
Camera call
Infrared cameras are getting a lot of air time, as among the most valuable tools for technicians concerned with plant and process condition monitoring. Brian Tinham reviews developments and issues
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08/06/2012
Lighting the way
As plant engineers and facilities managers continue to seek out ways to reduce costs and improve efficiencies, one key area often overlooked could have significant impact. Brian Wall reports on the control and use of lighting
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08/06/2012
Branching out
Hydraulic ring mains and mixer circuits that respond in milliseconds, yet improve energy efficiency, are under development. Brian Tinham reports
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08/06/2012
Intrinsically safe?
Hazardous areas and electrical/electronic circuits have been treated with caution ever since the Senghenydd colliery disaster of 1913. Brian Tinham provides a technology update
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08/06/2012
CompAir puts energy savings on the menu at Marie
Since installing fixed and regulated speed compressors, from CompAir, at its plant in Sablé sur Sarthe, France, food processor Société Marie says it has been experiencing annual electricity savings of €10,500.
Stéphane Lemiale, ...
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