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1 month ago | 
pumpsandsystems.com | Cody P. Bann |David Nolan |Amin Almasi
Presidential Policy Directive 21 identifies the energy sector as uniquely critical because it provides an enabling function across all critical infrastructure sectors. Without a stable energy supply, health and welfare are threatened and the United States economy cannot function.
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Jan 21, 2025 | 
pumpsandsystems.com | Cody P. Bann |David Nolan |Amin Almasi
Unplanned and unscheduled downtime represents one of the costliest events at any industrial or manufacturing plant. A 2024 study on the cost, causes and consequences of unplanned downtime surveyed more than 100 manufacturers globally at the field service and IT decision-maker level in the United States, United Kingdom, France and Germany.
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Nov 26, 2024 | 
fruitandveggie.com | Cody P. Bann
The 200-year-old cranberry industry is now a multi-billion dollar business. While grown in just five states, the U.S. is the world’s leading cranberry producer, harvesting approximately 40,800 acres of cranberries, which yielded nearly 7.62 million barrels in 2023 (one barrel is equal to 100 lbs., or 45.4 kg). Over the years, farmers have improved yield-per-acre by planting higher-producing varieties and improving farming practices.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
plantengineering.com | Dan Malyszko |Dave Blaida |Matt P. Wise |Cody P. Bann
2025 System Integrator of the Year, under $20 million in system integration revenue category insightsMalisko Engineering Inc. is the 2025 System Integrator of the Year award winner in the under $20 million in system integration revenue category, from Control Engineering and Plant Engineering publications, WTWH Media. Malisko Engineering answered questions about automation and control system integration achievements, projects, engineering development and metrics, among others.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
plantengineering.com | Dan Malyszko |Matt P. Wise |Cody P. Bann |Dave Blaida
2025 System Integrator of the Year, $20 million to $50 million in system integration revenue category insightsMatrix Technologies Inc. is the 2025 System Integrator of the Year award winner in the $20 million to $50 million in system integration revenue category, from Control Engineering and Plant Engineering publications, WTWH Media.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
plantengineering.com | Matt P. Wise |Dan Malyszko |Dave Blaida |Cody P. Bann
2025 System Integrator of the Year, over $50 million in system integration revenue category insightsE Tech Group is the 2025 System Integrator of the Year award winner in the over $50 million in system integration revenue category, from Control Engineering and Plant Engineering publications, WTWH Media. E Tech Group answered questions about automation and control system integration achievements, projects, engineering development and metrics, among others.
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Sep 13, 2024 | 
powertransmission.com | Cody P. Bann |David Nolan
HMI is a highly visible and critical component of the SCADA system. Over time, HMI has shifted from individual machine interfaces to higher level views visualizing information from SCADA for the entire plant or even multiple operations. Digital Transformation. IIoT. Industry 4.0. While they may seem like trending buzzwords, the technologies are critical to operations being efficient and competitive, and reducing unplanned downtime.
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Aug 26, 2024 | 
plantengineering.com | Cody P. Bann |David Nolan |Chris Vavra |Christopher Chidzik
Analytics insights Incorporating predictive and preventative maintenance through asset monitoring and data analysis enhances operational efficiency, reduces unplanned downtime and helps meet compliance mandates in manufacturing plants. The adoption of remote monitoring technologies and real-time data systems empowers manufacturers to minimize inefficiencies, address maintenance proactively and adapt to labor shortages.
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Aug 22, 2024 | 
processingmagazine.com | George R. Packard |Cody P. Bann |Del Williams
In the process industries, robust communication protocols ensure safety and reliability. One such protocol that stands out is the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus. This article provides a thorough understanding of the CAN bus protocol and its applications across various processing industries. What is the CAN bus protocol? The CAN bus protocol is a robust vehicle bus standard that facilitates communication among microcontrollers and devices without a host computer.
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Aug 7, 2024 | 
pumpsandsystems.com | Cody P. Bann |Amin Almasi
In March 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released the proposed National Primary Drinking Water Regulation Standards (NPDWR) for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The regulations were finalized in fall 2023. The NPDWR includes requirements for regulatory limits, monitoring and public notification and treatment.
