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SUMMARY:New Developments in Multivariable Model Predictive Control
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nIndustrial operations are constantly challenged with improving production rates\, yields\, energy efficiency and process stability. Multivariable Model Predictive Control has proven to be an effective tool for improving operations by utilizing the full process capabilities consistently. However\, the skills required to implement the technology and sustain the substantial benefits has been hampered by the usability of the software and adaptability of the applications. \nMany new technology developments have improved the usability and adaptability of multivariable model predictive control. These developments include modern and intuitive user interfaces\, customizable models to support unique process behavior\, fast and flexible OPC connection tools\, automated model building\, integration with first principles dynamic models\, improved performance monitoring among others. This presentation will review the new technology developments that have improved the usability and adaptability of advanced process control and how they impact industrial operations of many types. \nPresenter: \nBill Poe\, Technical Adviser for AVEVA. \n \nBill Poe is a Technical Advisor at AVEVA with over 35 years of experience in operations\, project development\, implementation and management of advanced process control\, optimization and real-time performance monitoring projects in a variety of industries. Prior to AVEVA\, Bill held positions at Shell Oil Company\, GE and Schneider Electric. He has several patents\, achieved a President’s Award at Shell Oil\, received the GE Innovators Award and attained the Invensys Circle of Excellence. Bill holds a bachelor’s degree from Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master of Science from Columbia University both in Chemical Engineering. \nInstructions: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary\nVisit www.houstonisa.org and register with your name and email\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 \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/new-developments-in-multivariable-model-predictive-control/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T011930Z
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SUMMARY:TBPELS Ethics Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Board is offering these free ethics webinars to assist license holders with meeting their ethics requirement. Each webinar provides an up-to-date overview of agency activities\, case studies\, and a review of professional ethics topics. \nWebinar ID: 827-775-987 \nPresenter: \nTexas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors \nInstructions: \nClick on this link to register \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6296219604808345871 \nAdditional information available at https://engineers.texas.gov/webinars.html \n  \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/tbpels-ethics-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071317
CREATED:20201001T165729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T165729Z
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SUMMARY:pH for Industrial Applications
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nAnalytical Instrumentation Considerations: Effective process control extends beyond the addition of analyzers. Other issues that need to be addressed include selecting the optimal measurement locations\, developing or adopting appropriate control strategies\, and making the commitment to maintain the analyzers. This discussion will cover some basic analyzer fundamentals for pH\, ORP and Dissolved Oxygen as well as operational considerations for these parameters. \nPresenter: \n \nMelissa G. Davis \nPresenter’s Biography: \nMelissa Davis is an Application Development Manager at Hach Company.  She has 15+ years of experience covering electrochemistry applications (pH\, ORP\, Dissolved Oxygen\, Conductivity\, ORP\, and Ion Selective Sensors).  Her BS degree is in Biology from University of Texas at Arlington.  In her current role\, she supports market development and sales support for emerging markets. \nInstructions: \n\n\n\nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister with your name and email \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 \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/ph-for-industrial-applications/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200902T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200902T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071317
CREATED:20200812T043652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200812T043720Z
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SUMMARY:Camouflage – Poor Practices in HMI Design
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nCamouflage is the art of making things more difficult to see. Surprisingly\, the principles of camouflage can be found in many HMI practices being touted today as “improvements” over past practices. Such poor designs are easily found on the web\, in magazine articles\, in vendor promotional materials\, and in delivered work products of graphics designers. In this talk\, examples of such practices will be shown\, and contrasted to clean\, clear\, crisp\, and legible visualizations that would provide operators with a much clearer understanding of process conditions. \nPresenter: \n \nBill Hollifield \nBill is an ISA Fellow with over 40 years of industrial engineering\, control\, and consulting experience. He wrote two books – The Alarm Management Handbook and The High Performance HMI Handbook\, and participates in the ISA-18.2 (Alarm Mgt) and 101 (HMI) standards committees. Bill has (finally) semi-retired. He’s a pilot and built his own plane – an RV-12. \nInstructions: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister using the form below. \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 \nNo Charge For ISA Members!
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/camouflage-poor-practices-in-hmi-design/
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200527T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071317
CREATED:20200508T195440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T200031Z
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SUMMARY:State Based Control the Iterative Agile Way
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nDespite the significant benefits that State Based (ISA-106) control presents many balk at it because of the higher cost of implementation.  By using Agile Programming Methodology and Iterative Testing the benefits of State Based Control can be seen at a more competitive cost. \nPresenter: \nRocky Chambers (joining us from Baton Rouge) \nAutomation Specialist – Maverick Technologies \n40 years of experience in the Automation world\, 31 years with Dow Chemical 9 years with Maverick Technologies.  Exposure to multiple platforms.  Has been working with State Based Control systems since 1985.  Has expertise in Burner Management\, SIS\, Boilers as well as various other processes. \nThis Event Is Worth 1 PDH (Professional Development Hour) \nInstructions: \nDownload and install Zoom software if necessary \nRegister using the form below. \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 \nNo Charge For ISA Members! \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/state-based-control-the-iterative-agile-way/
LOCATION:TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200305T170000
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SUMMARY:ISA Houston Section Pipeline Cajun Cook Off & Table Top Show
DESCRIPTION:This Spring the ISA Houston Section will hold it 2nd annual Pipeline Cajun Cook Off & Table Top Show! This event is to help raise money for student scholarships that are awarded in June of every year. The ISA Houston Section holds several fundraising events throughout the year: Expo & Chili Cook-Off\, Golf Tournament and Pipeline Cajun Cook-Off & Table Top Show. This scholarship fundraising event draws in a crowd with over 700 attendees. \nThis is a great event to network with other industry professionals in the Houston area and vote on your favorite Cajun Food as you visit different themed booths! What better place to learn what is happening in the industry and support the automation community. \nHelp raise money for student scholarships by participating in the event’s raffle!\nBring your Company to the ISA Houston Section Pipeline Cajun Cook Off & Table Top Show! Utilize this Spring event to: \n\nShowcase your products and services to industry contacts\nGet exposure to over 700 attendees\nNetwork with industry peers and meet potential customers \nSave money with Pre-registration if done before January 31\, 2019!\nEnjoy and judge the best Cajun food in Houston’s oil & gas industry\nOrganize a team building experience for your employees\nNote: Participation in the Cook Off is not mandatory\, however\, having some food or drink item at your booth enhances traffic\n\nThe ISA Houston Section looks forward to your support! \nStephanie Catchings\, ISA Houston Section Cajun Cook Off & Table Top Show  Program Chair \nRegistration & Information follows\, please contact:\nAmanda Hardy at Amanda@functionzinc.com  or cell 281-928-0462  \n      \n  \n2020 Cajun Cook Off & Table Top Show Layout  \n2020 ISA Houston Section Pipeline Cajun Cook Off & Table Top Show Welcome Packet  \nCajun Cook Off Flyer \nREGISTRATION IS CLOSED ON WEBSITE\, YOU MAY ATTEND BUT YOU WILL HAVE TO REGISTER ONSITE.\nWould you like to sponsor this event?\n\nTitle Sponsor – $1\,800.00 SOLD OUT\n10X20 exhibiting area\, electrical outlet access\, (2) 8’ X 30” tables and 4 chairs ~Unlimited invites~ Recognition at and before event through signage\, announcements\, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cajun Cook Off marketing material. *Each booth space has 5 feet between the next booth \n\n\nArena Trailer/Display Area Sponsor – $1\,200.00\n20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up\, we can allot more space on a needs basis\, 10 feet between you and other trailer sponsors\, electrical outlet access\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs Unlimited invites~ Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cajun Cook Off marketing material. \n\n\nPlatinum Sponsor – $1000.00 SOLD OUT\n10X10 exhibiting area\, electrical outlet access\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Unlimited invites~ Recognition at and before event through signage\, announcements\, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cajun Cook Off marketing. *Each booth space has 5 feet between the next booth \n\n\nGold Sponsor – $800.00\n10X10 exhibiting area\, NO ELECTRICAL outlet access\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Unlimited invites~ Recognition at and before event through signage\, announcements\, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Cajun Cook Off marketing. *Each booth space between the next booth. Gold booths are booths 46-59. \n\n\nEntertainment & Stage Sponsor – $400.00\nWe will have a DJ at the event. The DJ will intermittently recognize your company during event Your company logo will be on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Unlimited RSVP invites. \n\n\nAwards Sponsor – $300.00\nAward trophies go to the 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place winners\, people’s choice and best themed chosen by the judges and attendees. Your company logo will be on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Unlimited RSVP invites. \n\n\nJudges Sponsor – $300.00\nYour company logo will be hung by the judge’s chambers area. Judges get a gift and these funds will help support the activities in that area. Your company logo will be on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Unlimited RSVP invites. \n\n\nBeverage Sponsorship – $300.00 SOLD OUT\nSoft Drinks\, Water and domestic light beer by the Houston Section. If you purchase a beverage sponsorship your logo will be hung by the beverage areas. Your company logo will be on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Unlimited RSVP invites.” \n\n\nAttendee Map and voting sheet – $300.00\nThis is the voting ballot and event layout is handed to all attendees receive. This is the event map layout with voting on best theme and people’s choice for chili. Your logo on sheet and verbiage for your company.” \n\n\nAdditional 6-foot table – $60.00\nAdditional 6-foot table to set up in your sponsorship area.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/isa-houston-section-pipeline-cajun-cook-off-table-top-show/
LOCATION:Sawyer Yards\, 2000 Edwards Street Houston\, TX 77007 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Hardy":MAILTO:amanda@functionzinc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200304T130000
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SUMMARY:Operational Excellence - Riding the Digital Wave
DESCRIPTION:In this day and age of on-going initiatives in employing smart solutions\, this presentation covers details of the road map of ensuring vital oil and gas operations are enabled to harness and reap the benefits proven digital technology. \nThe terminology maybe new\, but Digital Twins are used in production systems to provide operators timely guidance to manage and optimize the asset performance. In addition\, recent advances in Data Analytics offer valuable opportunities for further enhancements. The evolution of real-time asset performance monitoring and key global project examples will be discussed. \nLocation: \nTechnipFMC \n11720 Katy Freeway \nHouston\, TX 77079 \nPresenter: \nPrabu Parthasarathy\, Phd \nWood Automation & Control\, VP Intelligent Operations \n \nInstructions: \nAttendees should park on the first floor of the garage in visitor parking. Then proceed to the TechnipFMC reception desk on the first floor of the building for a name tag. Please wait to be escorted to the meeting room. \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/operational-excellence-riding-the-digital-wave/
LOCATION:TechnipFMC\, 11720 Katy Fwy\, Houston\, TX\, 77079\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200205T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T071317
CREATED:20200115T090030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T111944Z
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SUMMARY:Engineering Ethics Program Meeting
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT: \nTexas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors – Professional Practice Update/Ethics: Updates on engineering ethics and Code of Conduct\, Board Activities\, rule and statutory changes\, and general updates on Board initiatives. \nPRESENTER: \nGEORGE P. HARTMANN\, P.E. \nLICENSING PROJECT MANAGER \nTEXAS BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS AND LAND SURVEYORS \nParking is available in the covered parking area west of the building.  Please check in at the front desk in the lobby area to obtain a visitor’s badge and to be escorted to the meeting room. \nMap to Thoroughbred Building \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/engineering-ethics-program-meeting/
LOCATION:Wood – Thoroughbred Building\, 17420 Katy Freeway\, Houston\, TX 77094 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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