Compensating the fuel gas flows based on the actual pressure, temperature, and density will provide a realistic and accurate compensated flow helping the multi-variable controllers to set a cost minimization objective on the fuel gas flow, without compromising on the safety and controllability of the cracking heaters. Learn more.
Read moreSee Clearly - Know in Advance - Act with Agility
Unlike OTS which covers operations of a plant from start-up to shut-down, MIRROR PLANT focuses on the production phase in the plant life cycle. MIRROR PLANT is an online dynamic simulator which can keep adjusting the plant model to correspond with the actual plant’s parameters as closely as possible. Learn more..
Read moreYokogawa APC Implementation on Vacuum Distillation Column, in Turkey
The Platform for Advanced Process Control and Estimation by Yokogawa is a state-of-the-art multivariable model based control technology, jointly developed with Shell. A pilot project was carried out by Yokogawa and the Turkish Petroleum Refineries Corporation (Tupras) on a Vacuum Distillation column at the Izmit Refinery, in Turkey.
Read moreJapan's Approach to Cyber-Security: Expectations for Tokyo 2020
The Olympic flag was handed to Prime Minister Abe to conclude the Rio de Janeiro Onlimpic Games. It is time for Japan must fully commit to protect the people of Japan and visitors from cyber-attacks. This article reviews the current regulations and what will be necessary to keep Japan prepared for the 2020 Olympic games, and beyond.
Read moreThe Advent of Drones & the threats they bring
Recently, expert Jeff Melrose spoke at the prestigious security conference Blackhat in Las Vegas, Nevada on the topic of drones that can be bought off-the-shelf and used in cyber crime. Watch a James Bond parody on how drones can be used to implement a cone of silence on both stationary targets and moving targets.
Read moreReal-Time Performance Assessment Through KPI Based Dashboard
The KPI team at Yokogawa consists of close-knit performance analysts, system professionals and domain experts that are ready to assist in conceptualizing and implementing the appropriate KPI based system. Follow the 10 commandments in formulating KPIs for your specific organization.
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