Environment & Safety
Consider online sulfur measurement for clean fuels
A new analytical method can increase process optimization and regulation compliance
Consider new technologies to replace MTBE
Processing methods enable using 'stranded' MTBE facilities and feedstocks for high-octane applications
Diagnostic alarm – to trip or not to trip
A number of requirements in the International Functional Safety Standard IEC 61508 sound as if an operating company must set up a safety instrumented system (SIS) to automatically trip the process whe..
Improve flaring operations
Consider using an acoustic monitor to supervise pilot status for your flare
Behavior-based technology is the next step to operations excellence
This approach can increase productivity and reduce errors to optimize output
HP Insight: The next ‘golden age’ of refining
Yes, we can actually dream of the next Golden Age for the refining industry. This will definitely be change, considering the pain and agony of the last decade. The '90s were not "golde..
HP Automation Safety: A new year
Each year I spend a little time reflecting on the past year and planning strategic activities for the next. I think about my personal, business and professional goals. The year 2001 wa..
HP Automation Safety: Types of equipment certification
It is clear that field equipment manufacturers are focusing development and marketing energy on the safety instrumented systems (SIS) market. The number of new product certification announcements in t..
Ergonomics is still good business
Though legislation in the U.S. has stalled, these principles and resources can be applied to improve productivity
HP Automation Safety: Safety certification or proven in use?
In almost every safety system design class, the question is asked: "Do I need special equipment for safety instrumented systems?" Some available equipment has been certified by organizations like T..
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