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SUMMARY:Apply a Cognitive Ergonomics Focused Design and Lifecycle Model to IEC 61511 Governed Functions
DESCRIPTION:Register for this meeting by clicking here\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about\njoining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and\nannouncements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \nOnline attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nYou should have received a Zoom meeting link in your confirmation email\, if you did not please contact Jane Buchanan. Register for the zoom meeting using the link\, after registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting (it includes the meeting passcode). \nTom Shephard – Managing Principal Consultant \n \n  \nTom Shephard – 40+ years working in global operating\, EPC\, and consulting companies.\nAreas of expertise: functional safety\, control and safety system design and projects\,\nhuman factors\, project management\, and developing new methods and best practices.\nProject experience includes O&G\, refining\, petrochemicals\, and pipelines. Tom worked\non several of the world’s largest and most advanced offshore O&G production facilities.\nAuthor (book): Human Barrier Design and lifecycle\, a Cognitive Ergonomics Approach\nand Path forward (published May 2024). \nAbstract: The presentation demonstrates the application of a newly published and peer-reviewed\ndesign and lifecycle model to an alarm IPL. The same model equally applies to a SIF\nmaintenance bypass\, or a safety critical maintenance task performed on a high\nconsequence SIL 3 SIF. Current global practice and standards\, including IEC 61511\,\nlack the capability to prevent an entire class of designed-in failure types that remain\npersistent and\, as yet\, unmitigated contributors to safety system failure. The presentation\nbegins with a brief review of alarm IPL and SIF failures that were causal contributors to\nthe Deepwater Horizon accident. Indicating failure in the post-accident industry\nresponse\, a 2023 NASEM report assessed these functions to be a continued major\nsource of systemic risk in the US offshore O&G industry. The first-of-kind\, project executable model employs cognitive ergonomics\nand engineering psychology to prevent and mitigate what\, for most\, remain hidden design errors that mislead and failure to\nadequately support operators and maintenance personnel. The model aligns to and is\nintended to supplement IEC 61511 and like safety practice and standards in these areas.\nAttendees will be introduced to the next logical next step in safety design.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/apply-a-cognitive-ergonomics-focused-design-and-lifecycle-model-to-iec-61511-governed-functions/
LOCATION:Oxy\, 5 Greenway Plz Ste 110\, Houston\, 77046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T133000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240925T042145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T154410Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber-Security: Back to Basics
DESCRIPTION:Register for this meeting by clicking here\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about\njoining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and\nannouncements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \nOnline attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nYou should have received a Zoom meeting link in your confirmation email\, if you did not please contact Jane Buchanan. Register for the zoom meeting using the link\, after registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting (it includes the meeting passcode). \nPresenters: Vince White – Systems and Network Technical Authority\, Systems Integration\, Wood \nVince is the Systems and Network Technical Authority for Wood’s Systems Integration\nbusiness. He has over 25 years of experience in systems and networking for many\nclients and ICSS vendors. Vince supports clients by ensuring that their OT systems are\nrobust and secure. \n \nBrice Leffel – Automation and Controls SME\, Wood \nBrice is an Automation and Controls SME for Wood’s Systems Integration business. He has over 17 years of experience with a variety of PLC\, DCS\, and SIS System. He excels at integrating these controls in both legacy and modern network designs. Brice delivers tailored solutions to clients’ complex needs. \n \nKey Takeaways for OT professionals in the O&G Industry: \n1. Emphasizing Fundamental Principles: Adhering to core security principles is crucial\nfor protecting operational technology systems. This ensures the primary focus remains\non overall security objectives\, rather than getting bogged down by specific threats\,\nvulnerabilities or procedures. \n2. Cyber-SYSTEM Resiliency – Move from What-if to Even-if: Understand the\nrequirements for routine and proven backup/recovery processes for the operational\ntechnology infrastructure. Incorporating these practices is essential for preserving system\nintegrity and resilience against cyber threats\, while also protecting the system from\naccidental/incidental outages due to software/hardware failure or routine maintenance\,\nincluding required patching and updates. \n3. Focus Beyond Vulnerabilities: Attackers often exploit the most vulnerable points in a\nsystem. Identifying\, protecting and/or mitigating these target areas is crucial for securing\noperational technology environments from targeted cyber-attacks. Learn implementation\nstrategies for reducing attack surface and ensure continual system monitoring. Review\nthe 2024 top Cyber-attack vectors and how companies navigated recent cyber-attacks.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/cyber-security-back-to-basics/
LOCATION:Wood\, 17325 Park Row Dr\, Houston\, TX\, 77084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240904T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240828T184145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T154521Z
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SUMMARY:Overview of ISA-95/IEC 62264 Enterprise-Control System Integration Standard and  related Certificate Program
DESCRIPTION:Register for this meeting by clicking here\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about\njoining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and\nannouncements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \nIn Person Attendees. You will receive information about Parking and checking in at Oxy\nvia email after you register. \nOnline attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nYou should have received a Zoom meeting link in your confirmation email\, if you did not please contact Jane Buchanan. Register for the zoom meeting using the link\, after registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting (it includes the meeting passcode). \nPresenter: Jay Jeffreys – ISA Technical Instructor \n \nJoin the Houston ISA Technical Section on September 6th with Jay Jeffreys from ISA to\ndiscuss the New ISA Certification Program: 95/IEC 62264 Enterprise-Control System\nIntegration Certificate Program. \nISA Houston will be sponsoring this in-person Certification Training in February 2025\n(TBD) and Houston will have the first opportunity to take this course in person!\nJay Jeffreys will discuss the ISA-95/IEC 62264 Enterprise-Control System Integration\nstandard and certificate program which provides an overview of the ISA-95/IEC 62264\nstandards framework\, as well as the knowledge needed to define business activities and\nthe flow of information between flexible shop-floor execution systems and sophisticated\nenterprise planning (ERP) systems. This program also covers key terminology used in IT\ndepartments to help drive effective collaboration between manufacturing personnel and\nIT personnel working on integration projects. \nPlan to attend in person or online to take advantage of this new ISA Certification. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/overview-of-isa-95-iec-62264-enterprise-control-system-integration-standard-and-related-certificate-program/
LOCATION:Oxy\, 5 Greenway Plz Ste 110\, Houston\, 77046\, United States
CATEGORIES:ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240814T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240805T042135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T154640Z
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SUMMARY:OT/IT Convergence - What That Means\, How to Achieve It\, and the Benefits for Your Entity
DESCRIPTION:Register for this meeting by clicking here\n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about\njoining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and\nannouncements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \nIn Person Attendees. You will receive information about Parking and checking in at Oxy\nvia email after you register. \nOnline attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nYou should have received a Zoom meeting link in your confirmation email\, if you did not please contact Jane Buchanan. \n  \nPresenter: Clif Triplett – Executive Director Cybersecurity & Risk Management\, Kearney \n \nThis presentation will include Clif Triplett’s significant accomplishments in this arena\, and \nhis current perspective. \nTakeaways will include: \n\nThe Need for OT/IT Convergence\, to include:\n\na) Increased Efficiency and Productivity\, to include Integration of business \nprocesses with production processes\, so decisions made in the business \nenvironment are reflected in the production floor real-time. \nb) And Data-Driven Decisions\, analyzing real-time data from OT systems with IT \nsystems\, resulting in more informed decisions\, optimize operations\, and \nimprove productivity. \n  \n\nEnhanced Security\, to include:\n\na) Unified Security Policies and procedures (controls) that covers both domains\, \nas both domains are under tremendous attack\, many times from nation \nstates\, depending upon the crown jewels of the entity. \nb) Proactive Threat Detection\, leveraging IT security tools to monitor OT \nenvironments\, establish early detection and mitigation of threats. \n  \n\nA general Roadmap to achieve these and other objectives / benefits.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/ot-it-convergence-what-that-means-how-to-achieve-it-and-the-benefits-for-your-entity/
LOCATION:Oxy\, 5 Greenway Plz Ste 110\, Houston\, 77046\, United States
CATEGORIES:ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240501T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240425T040713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T155550Z
UID:10000068-1714561200-1714568400@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:An Overview of Open Process Automation and Industry Adoption
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will give a high-level overview of the vision of Open Process Automation and the current state of industry adoption. It will also explore a comparison of Total Cost of Ownership of Open Process Automation vs Traditional DCS. \nPresenter: Don Bartusiak\, PHD – President at Collaborative Systems Integration \n \nDon brings 33 years of experience in the Process Control industry to his current role as President of CSI. Prior to founding CSI\, Don was the Chief Engineer of Process Control at ExxonMobil. From 2016 to 2023\, he served as elected Co-Chair of The Open Process Automation Forum. Don is a global authority in the field and has implemented ground-breaking innovation\, notably real-time AI predictive control solutions. \nOnline attendees:\nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodO-rpj0iGtCcDzyW5gOAuLKkEvv_DbpN\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements.\nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/an-overview-of-open-process-automation-and-industry-adoption/
LOCATION:Oxy\, 5 Greenway Plz Ste 110\, Houston\, 77046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240324T220415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T141905Z
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SUMMARY:PID Control and Tuning
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nThis presentation will give a high level overview of Process Control\, introduce PID Control\, and review PID Loop tuning methods and examples. We will also have a Q&A session as time allows. \nLocation: TBD \nPresenter: Matt Petras – Senior Controls Application Engineer\, ControlSoft \n \nMatt Petras received his B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Akron in 1993.  Since 1999 Matt has been a member of the Project Engineering team at ControlSoft Inc.\, in Highland Heights\, Ohio. \nAs a senior controls application engineer at ControlSoft\, Matt’s project experience includes PID loop tuning\, control loop performance monitoring\, model predictive control applications\, and exposure to a multitude of different control systems.  His control applications have been implemented in a variety of process industries\, including building products and materials\, chemicals\, food and beverage\, glass\, extrusion\, HVAC\, metals\, mining\, pharmaceuticals\, oil and gas\, power generation\, pulp and paper\, and water and wastewater treatment both in the US and internationally. Matt is known for providing exceptional service and exceeding customers’ expectations. \nIn addition to project engineering\, Matt serves as one the training instructors for ControlSoft’s PID Loop Tuning\, Advanced Process Control Techniques\, and Model-based Control modular courses offered in-person and online throughout the calendar year. \nIn his spare time\, Matt enjoys playing the guitar and spending time with his lovely wife and two children. \nOnline attendees:\nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAodOysqDMqGNzDbe43oHQqRd0KvhWsMZZj \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/pid-control-and-tuning/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240306T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240302T022805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240302T023007Z
UID:10000171-1709722800-1709728200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Energy Correlation and the Centertap Torus Flow Measurement System
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nThis presentation describes an innovatively designed primary flow element and the calculation of flow by the ENERGY CORRELATION METHOD. It addresses several limitations of flow rate measurement by orifice flowmeters and other differential pressure devices. Some of those mechanical and performance limitations are; (a) maximum allowable differential pressure to limit bending of the plate; (b) requiring pseudo-fully developed velocity profile approaching the orifice plate; (c) minimum downstream straight run and distance of protruding secondary instruments downstream of the orifice plate; (d) edge sharpness of the plate bore; (e) effect of flow profile distortions on single point wall pressure taps; (f) only single phase clean fluids; (g) concentricity of the plate bore to the pipe axis; (h) long upstream-downstream meter runs; and (i) ability to perform diagnostics on the primary unit. \nThis presentation presents experimental data that demonstrates how an innovative design can address those limitations and achieve reliable and repeatable flow rate measurement capability by this Differential Pressure (DP) type flowmeter. This primary element can be installed to measure gas\, liquid\, steam\, waste-water flows\, and other fluids with known or predictable fluid properties (density and viscosity). With addition of two other instruments\, this device can also measure multiphase fluid flows within current field accepted limits of measurement uncertainty. With addition of another DP transmitter\, in the event of measurement anomaly due to changes in fluid properties\, failure of mechanical setup\, or instrumentation\, the flow computer can alarm the operator. \nPresenter: \nDave Bell – President\, Bell Technologies \n \nDavid (Dave) Bell has been the owner and Chief Technology Officer of Bell Technologies\, LLC since its inception in 2010. He has been working with metering and control valve design\, development\, and sales for more than 50 years with companies such as Marathon Pipeline Co.\, Explorer Pipeline Co\, M & J Valve Co\, Daniel Systems\, Puffer-Sweiven\, and Precision General. In 1970\, as Project Manager for Explorer Pipeline Co.\, Dave was instrumental in the design and installation of the pipeline stations start-ups. Dave has 11 patents to his name for new developments around flow technology and is currently a COGFM member of the API. \nInstructions:  \nOnline attendees:\nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwudeqsrTorHtIS3PPXxjHqWgyTBjfMVTr1 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements.\nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/energy-correlation-and-the-centertap-torus-flow-measurement-system/
LOCATION:Kenexis\, 15995 N Barkers Lndg Rd Ste 143 Houston\, TX 77079-2418\, Houston\, TX\, 77079-2418\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20240212T053923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T160322Z
UID:10000169-1707908400-1707915600@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Engineering Ethics Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: \nVirginia Essary\, Compliance & Enforcement\nTexas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors \nAbstract: \nProfessional Practice Update/Ethics: Updates on engineering and surveying ethics and Code of Conduct\, Board Activities\, rule and statutory changes\, and general updates on Board initiatives. \nLocation: Parsons Inc (One Riverway Suite 1100\, Houston\, TX 77056) \nVirtual Meeting Instructions: \nOnline attendees:\nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary\nRegister in advance for this meeting by clicking the link below\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pce6uqzoiH9wuiLl6TCU6B0sfLRmQU8Ir\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements.\nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/engineering-ethics-meeting/
LOCATION:Parsons Inc\, One Riverway Suite 1100\, Houston\, TX\, 77056\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231206T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20231115T045811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T160527Z
UID:10000170-1701860400-1701867600@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Common Issues Encountered in Fired Equipment Instrumentation\, Control and Protection Systems Design
DESCRIPTION:Location: \nWood PLC (Stallion Building – 17325 Park Row\, Houston\, TX 77094. \nPreferred visitor parking is surface parking located at the corner of Innovation Park Dr and Park Row with visitor entrance on that same side of the building) \nCost: \nIn-Person: $15 for ISA Members\, $25 for non-members. Lunch is included in cost\, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. \nVirtual: Free for ISA Members\, $5 for non-members. \nOnline attendees:\nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary\nRegister in advance for this meeting\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.\nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements\nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \nAbstract: \nA presentation of commonly observed issues in fired equipment installations that impact safe and reliable operation of the equipment. Discussion of underlying principles\, constraints\, requirements and best practices in Fired Equipment Instrumentation Control and Protection. \nPresenter: Brad Bonnette\, Technical Authority\, Wood System Integration – Americas \n \nBrad Bonnette is the Technical Authority for Wood’s Systems Integration business and has over 35 years of experience in industrial processing\, process control\, control and safety systems\, process operation and management including information technology management. He is licensed Professional Engineer\, Certified Automation Cybersecurity Expert\, and active member of ISA 84 standard subcommittees on Cybersecurity for SIS\, Burner Management Systems\, API 556 committees for control and protection of Process Heaters. Brad has been designing\, implementing and troubleshooting fired equipment control and protection systems since the mid 1980s.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/common-issues-encountered-in-fired-equipment-instrumentation-control-and-protection-systems-design/
LOCATION:Wood\, 17325 Park Row Dr\, Houston\, TX\, 77084\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20231014T013149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231104T033511Z
UID:10000167-1698836400-1698843600@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Technical Comparison of Fixed Gas & Flame Detection Technologies
DESCRIPTION:Cost: \nIn-Person: $15 for ISA Members\, $25 for non-members. Lunch is included in cost\, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. \nVirtual: Free for ISA Members\, $5 for non-members. \nAbstract: \nThe presentation will discuss fixed gas detector sensing technologies along with technical comparisons of diffusion-based and open path/line of sight instrument configurations. Optical flame detection and FGFD systems will also be discussed. \nPresenter: Dave Opheim\, Flame & Gas BDM\, MSA Safety \n \nPresenter Bio: Dave has served over 34 years in the high-hazard safety systems industry in a variety of professional roles including Field Service\, Engineering\, Marketing\, and Sales. He currently serves as North America Business Development Manager\, Fixed Gas and Flame Detection at MSA Safety. \nInstructions: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n\n\n\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\nNo Fields Found.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/technical-comparison-of-fixed-gas-flame-detection-technologies/
LOCATION:Mangan Inc\, 1650 Hwy 6\, Sugar Land\, TX\, 77478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20230826T015603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230829T030933Z
UID:10000161-1693998000-1694005200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:How an APC Project is Generally Done in Air Liquide with its Different Stages and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:In-Person: $20 for ISA members and $30 for non-members \nVirtual: Free for ISA members and $5 for non-members \nSummary: \nAir Liquide demonstrates a comprehensive approach to Advanced Process Control (APC) projects through distinct stages and challenges. Beginning with documentation and MOC preparation\, going through OPC communication configuration\, historian trends assessment and all the way to modeling\, simulation and testing\, the APC team faces several challenges and moves forward by implementing innovative solutions. This presentation will show some of those challenges and solutions with real project examples. \nDate: Wednesday\, September 6th \nTime: Lunch at 11 AM\, Presentation 11:30 AM to 1 pM \nPresenter: Mauricio Palencia Garza \n \nMauricio is a Chemical Engineer graduated in 2017 from the university Tec de Monterrey\, in Mexico. Right after his graduation\, he started his professional career with Air Liquide Mexico as a Process Control Engineer\, in which he had the opportunity to learn a wide range of Automation topics within Air Separation Units (ASUs) and Steam Methane Reforming plants (SMRs). Mauricio transitioned to Air Liquide US in 2022 to pursue specialization in Advanced Process Control and he is now an integral member of the APC Team that implements and maintains projects in ASUs and SMRs. \nRegister using the form below \n  \n\n\n\n\n	Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\nNo Fields Found.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/how-an-apc-project-is-generally-done-in-air-liquide-with-its-different-stages-and-challenges/
LOCATION:Mangan Inc\, 1650 Hwy 6\, Sugar Land\, TX\, 77478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryce Elliot":MAILTO:bhelliott94@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230426T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20230414T043500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T024229Z
UID:10000059-1682506800-1682512200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Ultrasonic Gas Leak Detection: Theory & Basics
DESCRIPTION:If you would like to attend virtually please register using this link: \nAbstract: We will review why UGLD is an important part of a gas detection system\, and what its strengths and weaknesses are. \nPresenter: Mark Heuchert of Dräger Inc. \n \nEducation: Carleton College\, Economist. Thunderbird\, MBA.\nCertification: ASP\nCurrent Position: Marketing Manager. QSSP. ASTI\, ASSP\, ACGIH Member.\nExperience: presented at ASSP and AIHce on CSE\, and have been asked to return as a feature presented for 2020 to the ASSP\, AIHce and IIAR.\nQualifications: Over 20 years’ experience in training field sales\, engineering and construction professionals\, as well as City Inspectors on compliance and Life Safety issues. \nLocation:\nMangan\, Inc.\n1650 Hwy 6 Ste 400\nSugar Land\, TX 77478 \nRSVP for lunch: $15 for members; $20 for non-members.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/ultrasonic-gas-leak-detection-theory-basics/
LOCATION:Mangan Inc\, 1650 Hwy 6\, Sugar Land\, TX\, 77478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryce Elliot":MAILTO:bhelliott94@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230322T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20230308T050752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T150904Z
UID:10000155-1679482800-1679488200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Design Recommendations & Automation Best Practices with Intelligent Mass Flow Controllers
DESCRIPTION:If you would like to attend virtually please register with this link instead of the form below. \nTopic: \nDesign Recommendations & Automation Best Practices with Intelligent Mass Flow Controllers \nJoin us for a technical discussion on integrating today’s smart digital gas mass flow controllers with Ethernet-based communication protocols when designing industrial process systems to drive operational efficiency\, improved product quality and yields. \nSpeaker: Rick Rossi \n \nLocation: Mangan Inc – 1650 Hwy 6\, Ste 400\, Sugar Land\, TX 77478 \nPark in any uncovered spot. \nIf you have any dietary restrictions please contact the organizer\, Bryce Elliot. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/design-recommendations-automation-best-practices-with-intelligent-mass-flow-controllers/
LOCATION:Mangan Inc\, 1650 Hwy 6\, Sugar Land\, TX\, 77478\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Bryce Elliot":MAILTO:bhelliott94@yahoo.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221018T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20221012T162513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T162641Z
UID:10000152-1666090800-1666096200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:The Global Cyber Threat Landscape & Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:When: Oct 18\, 2022 11:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)\, Zoom meeting opens at 11:00 AM\, Webinar starts at 11:30 AM \nTopic: The Global Cyber Threat Landscape & Preparedness \nSpeaker: Chad Humphries with Rockwell Automation \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMvce-rrTopGt15M256NasREn0EkM3xp_Pm \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/the-global-cyber-threat-landscape-preparedness-2/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20220912T013952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T055635Z
UID:10000150-1663758000-1663763400@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:The Global Cyber Threat Landscape & Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:Click the “Register!” button to register for the meeting. \nThe event is on Wednesday Sept 21\, 2022 – Zoom  meeting starts at 11:00am\, Webinar starts at 11:30am. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/the-global-cyber-threat-landscape-preparedness/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Iqtidar Khan":MAILTO:iqtidark@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220803T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20220723T033302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220723T035233Z
UID:10000149-1659526200-1659529800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:ISA Houston Section Monthly Webinar: Machinery Monitoring System
DESCRIPTION:Topics: Operating principles\, transducer basics\, installation guidelines\, common pitfalls and advanced machinery monitoring and diagnostics. \nPresenter: Christopher Zinn\, Enterprise Solution Architect\, Bently Nevada LLC\, Baker Hughes. \nWin prizes by participating in Automation trivia. \nRegister Here \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/isa-houston-section-monthly-webinar-machinery-monitoring-system/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220511T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220511T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20220426T223236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T223236Z
UID:10000041-1652268600-1652272200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:How To Choose The Best Flowmeter For Your Application
DESCRIPTION:Online attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkdu6orz0tGNykSXzgZQ1VI7RPVuh_nzku \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nThis presentation will cover the available flow metering technologies\, theories and operating principles\, applications each technology can best operate in\, pros and cons for each technology\, and practical installation information for each. \nPrestented by Shannon Dugan : Sales Director – TechStar \n \nExperienced Sales Director with a demonstrated history of solving problems and growing business in the industrial automation industry. Skilled in Negotiation\, Oil & Gas\, Aerospace\, Water/Wastewater\, Manufacturing\, Process Control\, and Sales. Managing the Northern Territory (OK\, AR\, KS\, MO) for Techstar. Strong sales professional with a BS in Chemistry and an MS Chemical Engineering from Oklahoma State University. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/how-to-choose-the-best-flowmeter-for-your-application/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20220324T182652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220326T062611Z
UID:10000035-1649847600-1649854800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:How To Choose Level Instrumentation
DESCRIPTION:Online attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \n https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdOyvqDwjHdSxNoDX2JWztvpoRK7PLbdo \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nThe presentation offers vendors perspectives on how we can work better together to improve level instrumentation selection.  An overview of the popular types of level instrumentation offered and the pros and cons of each is included. The following bullet points outline the content of the presentation. \n\nAn educational presentation offering a look at how we specify\, select and order level instrumentation\nSome simple rules of thumb for selection\nWhat ISA and vendors offer for assistance\nOverview of guided wave radar\, free space radar\, differential pressure/hydrostatic level\, electronic remote seals\, ultrasonic\, magnetic level indicator\, magnetostrictive\, laser\, capacitance\, and displacer/buoyancy\nAudience feedback and commentary welcome\n\nPresented by: \nJeff works with a Mid-Atlantic based sales team focusing on instrumentation and controls (I&C) solutions for CAPEX beginning in FEED and FEL stages.  Jeff has over 15-years of experience in the life cycle of I&C sales.  He is an ISA Senior Member. \n \nTrey currently functions as the US specialist for the ABB level measurement portfolio. He’s worked with numerous instrument manufacturers and has worked as a product manager. With a decade of experience in level measurement\, he’s focused in specifying best technology for their respective applications.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/how-to-choose-level-instrumentation/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220302T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20220224T203518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T203818Z
UID:10000034-1646220600-1646224200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Your ISA Membership – How to maximize your benefits
DESCRIPTION:Online attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \n https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqd-uvpz4jG9JZjnYmuCDdKXp6Hjc8xFjP \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nWhether your employer pays for your ISA membership or you pay for it yourself\, you certainly want to get the most from it.  In addition to the discounts and credits offered by ISA there are many other benefits and opportunities available. \nThis month a panel of current and former ISA Houston Section leaders will review and discuss the scope of benefits afforded by being a member of ISA\, including how you can get the most from your participation in your local Section\, a Technical Division\, and a Standards Committee. \nTips and techniques for using ISA Connect will also be presented. \nPlease join us and learn how you can maximize your membership experience! \nPresenter: \n \nClifford D. Wuertz\, Moderator \nProgram Director – ISA Houston Section \nMr. Wuertz is a Senior Life Member of ISA. He currently serves as the Program Chair of the Houston Section.  He is a 2020 recipient of the ISA’s Celebrating Excellence Award for Enduring Service
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/your-isa-membership-how-to-maximize-your-benefits/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220202T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220202T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20220121T204635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220121T204806Z
UID:10000143-1643801400-1643805000@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors – Professional Practice Update/Ethics: Updates on engineering and surveying ethics and Code of Conduct\, Board Activities\, rule and statutory changes\, and general updates on Board initiatives.
DESCRIPTION:Online attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrdOmhrDMvH9x1byJrwtVgywJXuuCcsMfD \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nA PDF copy of the presentation for the meeting will be available before the event and emailed to those who are registered.A PDH certificate will be provided to those who attend the entire presentation.  This will satisfy the annual requirement for Texas PEs. \nPresenter : \nMr. Rick Valdes\, P.E. \n \nTexas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS) \nRick Valdes is a Supervising Investigator with the Compliance & Enforcement Department\, Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors (TBPELS).He has over 29 years of experience as an investigator with the State of Texas; seventeen of those years with the Board.As an investigator\, Rick ensures that the TPBELS Act and Board Rules are followed and investigates complaints that are received by the Board regarding violations to the Act and or Board Rules.Rick has worked for the Travis County Sheriff’s Department\, and the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation and while there\, was the Program Manager of Professional Boxing for the State of Texas.Additionally\, Rick was also the Supervising Investigator for the Texas Real Estate Commission before joining our team. Rick has a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Southwest Texas State University ’86\, San Marcos\, Texas.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/texas-board-of-professional-engineers-and-land-surveyors-professional-practice-update-ethics-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20211112T042014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T034600Z
UID:10000142-1638358200-1638361800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Interface Level Applications
DESCRIPTION:IF YOU ARE ATTENDING THIS MEETING IN PERSON PLEASE REGISTER USING THE FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE\, IF YOU ARE ATTENDING VIRTUALLY PLEASE REGISTER USING THE ZOOM LINK BELOW! \nIf attending in-person please park in front near the flagpoles\, and use entrance 2 shown on attached Endress+Hauser and Vector CAG Houston Campus graphic \nOnline attendees: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlceqgqDovGdDGbmfqW3G8d1PQJb2eq7PW \nAfter registering (via Zoom)\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nThis meeting will cover – \n\nTypical types of interface applications\nEmulsion\nWhat things to be aware of when specifying level instrumentation\nDifferent types of interface level technologies\nAdvantages and disadvantages of different technologies\nBest practices\n\nPresenter: Chris Fournet – Trainer / Senior Application Specialist \n \nA professional with over 31 years of instrumentation experience\, Chris Fournet will excite you with his wit and wisdom. Instrumentation is not only a job for Chris but a passion. He loves all aspects of the industry and enjoys helping the sales team and customers solve problems. Chris graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Electronics and Instrumentation from Lamar University. Additionally\, he is certified from the International Society of Automation (ISA) as a Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) and earned Endress+Hauser’s Black Belt in Level\, Pressure\, Temperature and Service. He has obtained much of his experience working 22 years for Motiva as well as past positions with Texaco Research and Texaco Chemical. In 2014 he became part of the Vector CAG family as Senior Application Specialist. His Vector University training focus is on Instrument 101/102\, Level 101/102\, Pressure\, Temperature and Williamson Flare Products. He also provides other technical support to our sales team and customers. In his free time\, he enjoys playing in the dirt; riding dirt bikes\, 4 wheelers and side by sides.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/interface-level-applications/
LOCATION:Vector\, 14517 Kirby Dr\, Pearland\, TX\, 77047\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20211025T191146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T191146Z
UID:10000141-1635937200-1635940800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Process Safety: Examining the Layers
DESCRIPTION:Instructions: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcOGuqjIpH9bEHMTZrWmRL2_ZaK1PW4cs \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nAbstract: \nHow do you know if your process operates at an acceptable risk level? Process Safety is all about reducing risk. Find out what tolerable risk means\, and how to employ layers of protection to reduce the inherent risks of operating a production facility to a tolerable level. Each of the layers – basic process control interlocks\, operator response to alarms\, safety instrumented systems (SIS)\, pressure relief devices and others – have their pros and cons\, as well as specifications around use. Let’s examine the tradeoffs associated with these layers when employing a process safety program. \nPresenter: Scott Hayes \n \nScott Hayes is the DCSNext Portfolio Manager at Rockwell Automation. He is a licensed control systems engineer with more than 20 years of experience leading automation projects\, as well as hands-on configuring and networking of DCS\, PLC\, HMI\, process historian and visualization solutions. He has process control experience in upstream and downstream oil and gas\, petrochemical\, pulp and paper\, and discrete manufacturing. As a TÜV-certified functional safety engineer\, he is the process safety SME for MAVERICK Technologies. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/process-safety-examining-the-layers/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210923T193522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210923T193522Z
UID:10000139-1633521600-1633525200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Being a Lifelong Learner & a report on the “State of the Society
DESCRIPTION:Download and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUodeGhqzkqG9A4pXQsgRwow7mIJjFQN4GB \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 12:00 pm for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at ~12:15 pm \nAbstract: \nThis month we are honored to welcome current ISA President Steve Mustard as our special guest. \nAs ISA President Steve has had the great privilege to watch ISA embark on new learning initiatives in continued support of our automation profession.  These new programs (coming out very soon) build on the traditional skills and knowledge required for automation professionals\, adding further opportunities to develop. \nSteve believes there is no better time than now for you to commit (or recommit) yourself to lifelong learning. \nIn addition\, Steve will give us a report on the “State of the Society” and answer any questions you have regarding the direction of ISA\, time permitting. \nPresenter: \nSteve Mustard \n \nPresident\, International Society of Automation (ISA) \nPresident & CEO at National Automation\, Inc \nSteve Mustard is a Licensed Professional Engineer (Texas\, Kansas) and UK Chartered Engineer with technical development and management experience in process automation and business process re-engineering across multiple sectors. \nFellow of Institution of Engineering and Technology and former Chairman of Americas Regional Board\, former Chairman of Control & Automation Technical & Professional Network\, former Council member. \nSenior Member of ISA\, Certified Automation Professional (CAP) and former board member of Automation Federation. GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP). GSX Certified Mission Critical Professional (CMCP)\, and former Chair of Automation Federation’s Cyber-security committee. Member of ISA99 committee. \nWorks with companies to improve their performance through the identification of process bottlenecks and the intelligent introduction of technology to remove them. \nSpecialties: Automation\, remote monitoring\, telemetry\, SCADA\, risk management\, safety assurance\, cybersecurity assurance\, six sigma\, business process analysis. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/being-a-lifelong-learner-a-report-on-the-state-of-the-society/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210818T185409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210818T191457Z
UID:10000138-1630495800-1630499400@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Automation Cybersecurity: Connectivity’s Double-Edged Sword
DESCRIPTION:Download and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqc-6qpz4pE9I35OfFow2ITMK8KRU2_mTh \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nAbstract: \nToday’s automation systems are much more highly connected than they were at the start of this millennium. Advances in technology\, the cost of computing and the speed of communication in just the last seven years have brought industries higher performance\, optimization\, visibility\, advanced system diagnostics with high reliability and availability\, fault tolerance\, analytics and production yields that unquestionably have revolutionized all industry sectors. Convergence of site automation system technologies and traditional enterprise IT systems have become more prevalent and provide opportunities such as the remote mobile worker\, integration into MES and ERP systems and remote access for troubleshooting and support. This is the one side of the blade most sought after.The flip side to these efforts and strategies has also brought untraditional risk to these systems. Risks with low likelihood and questionably low to mid impact are no longer the case as integrated control and safety critical systems have indirect enterprise network connection into one digital ecosystem vastly connected to the public internet. This is the side of the blade that can and has cut deep. Cyber actors using flaws in software lack of security controls and public connectivity to enterprise IT systems have and will continue to leverage victims’ networks and systems for nefarious means whether that is ransomware\, tampering and manipulation or denial of service and view. This talk will cover strategies\, standards\, and good engineering practice that asset owner operators\, integrators and vendor delivery service groups should be doing. Also\, a walk through recent cyber intrusions and impacts analysis \nPresenter: Marco Ayala Director | ICS Cybersecurity & Sector Lead | 1898 & Co.\, Part of Burns & McDonnell \n \nMarco Ayala is a process automation professional with over 25 years of experience working in petrochemical facilities where he designed\, engineered\, and maintained process automation\, safety systems and integrated networks.  Marco is active in the oil and gas\, chemicals industry\, maritime domain including offshore facilities. Mr. Ayala is an established and respected instructor for ISA cyber courses. He is a member and contributor to the AMSC Cybersecurity efforts as Chair\, InfraGard member; Sector Chief of the Maritime Domain – Cross Sector Council for ports and terminals. Marco served on the DHS and Industry working group that developed the ‘Roadmap to Secure Control Systems in the Chemical Sector’ in 2009.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/automation-cybersecurity-connectivitys-double-edged-sword/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210708T192839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210709T174332Z
UID:10000028-1628074800-1628080200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Winterization of Industrial Facilities
DESCRIPTION:Download and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvce2uqT8oGd342yPfN14_qNS5_Y1l8u_U \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nUnderstanding heating applications and solutions for upstream\, mid-stream\, down-stream\, petro-chemical\, power\, and other industrial facilities so that the best solution is applied.  The differences in winterization and process heating systems in the southern U.S. compared to northern climates.  \nPresenter : Kirk Dippel\, Thermon\, Gulf Coast Manager of Sales \n \nTechnical and commercial expert in heating solutions; electric and steam heat tracing\, pre-insulated tubing bundle\, process and immersion heating\, gas catalytic heaters\, enclosure and environment heating\, thermal insulation\, and turnkey solutions. \nResponsible for projects ranging in size from single circuit applications to over $50 million (+10\,000 circuits). Worked on projects in Sakhalin Island – Russia\, Alaska’s North Slope\, Alberta – Canada\, the North Sea\, Australia\, South Africa\, Argentina\, and most places in between. \nWorked as an Electrician’s Apprentice between semesters of college. Graduated from Texas A&M University in 1996 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Industrial Distribution. Works at Thermon for 23-years and counting; 2 years engineering & estimating\, 6 years direct sales & project management\, 5 years Regional Sales Manager – Central U.S.\, 3 years Strategic Accounts Manager\, 7 years Gulf Coast Manager of Sales.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/winterization-of-industrial-facilities/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210521T185601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T185601Z
UID:10000125-1622633400-1622637000@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Ethernet-APL - a new way to connect to automation devices
DESCRIPTION:Instructions: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcod–pqjojGNEQquUn9vJiudKX73C4Z6EI \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nAbstract: \nRecently published standard IEEE 802.3cg commonly known as Advanced Physical Layer will have a significant impact on how and where Ethernet networks will be used. \nThis presentation will describe how the new 2-wire powered Ethernet technology works and then describe how it can be used in a wide range of industries from hydrocarbons\, building automation\, automotive/transportation and many more in both new and existing installations. \nPresenter: \nIan Verhappen \nEng.\, CAP\, ISA Fellow \n \nIan has been involved in the automation industry since the 1980’s and was a ‘participant’ in the “Fieldbus wars” during the 1990’s. He has been engaged in the development and promotion of field level digital communications since that time including co-authoring a book on Foundation Fieldbus available from ISA Publishing. Ian is a regular columnist with Control magazine discussing industrial wireless networking issues. When not writing columns\, he is involved in the development of standards serving as a member of ISA’s Standards & Practices Board as well as international chairperson of IEC SC65C Industrial networks. Ian’s currently a Solutions Architect for Willowglen Systems.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/ethernet-apl-a-new-way-to-connect-to-automation-devices/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210426T040030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T040030Z
UID:10000124-1620214200-1620217800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:IoT – Is it just another flash in the pan\, here today gone tomorrow technology?
DESCRIPTION:INSTRUCTIONS: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85711202319 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nAbstract: \nSeveral months ago during an ISA Presentation about Blockchain Technology a question was asked.  “What about IoT?  Is it just another flash in the pan\, here today gone tomorrow technology?”  In this session\, opinions will be presented based on research that would indicate that not only is IoT here to stay but will continue to evolve as we move towards new ways to exchange data over wireless networks. \nPresenter: \n \nMarc Lawson \nBusiness Development Manager – IoT/M2M \nGround Control Global Satellite Solutions \nwww.groundcontrol.com \nmarc.lawson@groundcontrol.com \n\n8 year Veteran of United States Army Intelligence and Securities Command (INSCOM) – Electronic Warfare Specialist.\nOver 2 decades of selling and deploying wireless instrumentation\, SCADA systems\, and wireless IoT solutions.\n9 years of wireless IoT experience.\n5 year Committee Member of Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo\nPassionate Angler
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/iot-is-it-just-another-flash-in-the-pan-here-today-gone-tomorrow-technology/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210322T052631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T050937Z
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SUMMARY:Gas Phase Compensation (GPC) in Level Applications
DESCRIPTION:INSTRUCTIONS:  \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrcOGuqjssG9X1cr6tF0F7L45zIg5Z9dGW \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am \nABSTRACT:  \nThis discussion will center around using Guided Wave Radars in “Polar Gas” applications such as steam boilers\, ammonia and high pressure Hydrogen applications. We will discuss topics such as pulse velocity corrections vs. measuring the GPC correction methods as well as other techniques that are common in these types of applications such as differential pressure and displacer instrumentation. \nPRESENTER: \nChris Fournet\nTrainer / Senior Application Specialist \n \nA professional with over 31 years of instrumentation experience\, Chris Fournet will excite you with his wit and wisdom. Instrumentation is not only a job for Chris but a passion. He loves all aspects of the industry and enjoys helping the sales team and customers solve problems. Chris graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Electronics and Instrumentation from Lamar University. Additionally\, he is certified from the Instrument Society of America(ISA) Certified Control Systems Technician (CCST) and earned Endress+Hauser’s Black Belt in Level\, Pressure\, Temperature and Service. He has obtained much of his experience working 22 years for Motiva as well as past positions with Texaco Research and Texaco Chemical. In 2014 he became part of the Vector CAG family as Senior Application Specialist. His Vector University training focus is on Instrument 101/102\, Level 101/102\, Pressure\, Temperature and Williamson Flare Products. He also provides other technical support to our sales team and customers. In his free time\, he enjoys playing in the dirt; riding dirt bikes\, 4 wheelers and side by sides.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/gas-phase-compensation-gpc-in-level-applications/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210221T012519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T201124Z
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SUMMARY:Using Improved Tunable Diode Laser Technology to Increase Fired Heater Reliability
DESCRIPTION:INSTRUCTIONS:  \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtcOyqpjgvE9JEuDoXnOHXhDEBqLomigOT \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nAbstract: \nFired heaters\, used to heat process fluids\, are critical pieces of equipment used continuously in refining and petrochemical operations globally. Large periods of downtime for these assets can cause millions of dollars in loss and limit downstream production if there are reliability issues. A common cause of reliability issues is related to overheating the convection section of the fired heater to compensate for inefficiencies in how the radiant section is operated. Utilizing recent advancements in Tunable Diode Laser (TDL) measurement capabilities allows users a measurement capability which enables safely increasing efficiencies in the radiant section’s operation to maximize reliability and product throughput while decreasing environmental impact. Recent TDL technology advancements have revolutionized the industry by allowing end users to safely run their assets at their operational limits. \nPresenter: Donald Wyatt \nDonald Wyatt has worked in the field of Analytical Instrumentation and Process Analyzers for 25+ years. He graduated from Auburn University in 1993 with a BS in Chemical Engineering. He joined Fisher Rosemount right out of school as a technical sales person in their Analytical Division. Three years later he moved on to Analytical Specialties (ASI)\, an analyzer only manufacturer’s representative firm\, where he spent the next twelve years providing analytical solutions. While working at ASI he worked as a member of the team that developed a TDLS platform. He participated in two Department of Energy projects: “Tunable Diode Laser Sensor for Monitoring and Control of Harsh Combustion Environments”\, and “Advanced Combustion Diagnostics and Control for Furnaces\, Fired Heaters and Boilers”. In 2008 Yokogawa purchased Analytical Specialties. Donald spent the next seven years managing the newly formed Yokogawa Laser Analysis Division. In 2015 he moved to TechStar where he currently is in Business Development. His two primary responsibilities include instrumentation and automation project support for many Engineering firms in the greater Houston area and as a subject matter expert supporting Tunable Diode Laser Spectrometer (TDLS) analytical applications. \n \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/using-improved-tunable-diode-laser-technology-to-increase-fired-heater-reliability/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T031814
CREATED:20210120T175957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T180128Z
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SUMMARY:Transformational Changes in Automation: Focus on Open Process Automation
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nThe hypothesis that transformation change is underway in process automation can be confirmed with the following evidence:\n• ISA’s new Smart Manufacturing and IIoT Division\n• Publication of Version 2.1 of the Open Process Automation Standard (O-PAS™) and the startup of O-PAS™ conformance certification\n• NAMUR Open Architecture and Module Type Package \nThe first part of this talk will overview these trends and discuss ISA’s role in Digital Transformation. \nThe second part of the talk will focus on Open Process Automation. We will discuss the status of the O-PAS™ standard and its associated conformance certification process. Also\, information on four end user company driven O-PAS™ system prototyping projects will be presented. \nPresenter: \nDon Bartusiak\nPresident\, Collaborative Systems Integration\nCo-Chair\, Open Process Automation Forum of The Open Group \nDon Bartusiak is President of Collaborative Systems Integration\, an Austin-based startup providing systems integration services and software products for Open Process Automation (O-PAS™) based systems. \nIn Oct 2020\, he retired from ExxonMobil Research and Engineering as Chief Engineer\, Process Control. He has 33 years of experience in process control with ExxonMobil\, and 7 years of experience in process development research with Bethlehem Steel. At ExxonMobil\, he has been a process control application engineer working on artificial intelligence\, linear and nonlinear model predictive control\, and real-time optimization at facilities in the U.S. and U.K in central engineering offices and in manufacturing. From the mid-1990s\, he held supervisory or senior technical positions with responsibility for instrumentation\, process analyzers\, control systems\, and control applications at facilities in Texas and Virginia. From 2000 to 2002\, he was Lecturer and Adjunct Professor of Chemical Engineering at Rice University. \nDon received a B.S. (ChemE) from the University of Pennsylvania and M.S. and Ph.D (ChemE) degrees from Lehigh University. \n \nINSTRUCTIONS: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nThe day before the meeting you will receive an email with the meeting ID and password \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/transformational-changes-in-automation-focus-on-open-process-automation/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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