Fundamental Design Requirements of Toxic Gas Monitoring Systems

This white paper presents the best practices based on years of studying codes, attending (SESHA) seminars, collaborating with safety professionals and designing world class toxic gas monitoring systems.  It cover four main topics:

• Harmonizing Code and Best Practices for a TGMS
• Key Elements of a Safety Requirement Specification (SRS)
• Selection of Toxic Gas Monitoring Detection Technologies
• How to Properly Select Toxic Gas Monitoring Locations

Arc Flash Analysis Essentials

This white paper explores the top reasons why you should perform an  Arc Flash Analysis for your facility including:

• Saving lives and reducing injuries
• Compliance with regulatory agencies
• Correcting syste scoordination and lowering incident energy levels
• Establishing minimum requirements for PPEs

Also,  7 steps to complete the analysis and get an answer to one very important question.

Upgrading Your Obsolete Control System While Keeping Your Plant Running

This white paper will explore some of the key questions that should be asked prior to planning an upgrade to an obsolete control system.  

• What PLC hardware will the new automation system use?
• How can your operators effectively run your plant during an automation system conversion?
• How can you run your plant with a mix of old and new hardware at the same time?

Commissioning and V-Model

This white paper will define Commissioning (Cx), give an overview of a project’s phases and from a commissioning standpoint, outline what is involved in each phase, introduce the Commissioning V-Model, and finally discuss how the Commissioning V-Model can be used by all members of the team to help reduce the number of complaints from building occupants.

Planning a PLC5 to ControlLogix Conversion

This white paper will provide you with a planning tool and some ideas that will help you to convert your Allen-Bradley PLC5 to ControlLogix.  It provides valuable information in these areas:

• 3 Ways to Meet Your Budget
• Custom Solutions to Further Reduce Costs
• A Multi-Year Conversion Case Study