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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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003501
CREATED:20211112T042014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T034600Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003501
CREATED:20191219T211017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210807T231852Z
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SUMMARY:Houston Section Expo & Chili Cook Off 2021
DESCRIPTION:Register NOW for the cook off! \nISA Houston Section 18th Annual Expo & Chili Cook-Off is returning on Thursday November 4th\, 2021 to Sawyer Yards @ Silver Street Studios centrally located at 2000 Edwards Street\, Houston\, Texas 77007. \nThe Expo & Chili Cook-Off is the Section’s largest scholarship fundraising event and helps raise money for student scholarships that are awarded every year. \nCome visit over 55 exhibitors\, demo trailers\, cooking teams and industry colleagues. This is a great event to network with the Houston & Gulf Coast area industry professionals! While at the event you can vote on your favorite chili and themed booth while visiting exhibitors to learn what is happening in the industry\, participate in the event raffle and silent auction to support the efforts to raise money for student scholarships! \nTo get a booth & sponsor the Expo & Chili Cook Off please scroll down to the very bottom of this page go to the drop-down menu that says “Would You Like To Sponsor This Event?” to see the exhibitor sponsor options. \nThis year’s event will have a COVID Safety policy in place and space will be limited. All exhibitors will be required to attend a safety video training that included COVID policies best practices and safe serve techniques. \nThank you and we look forward to seeing you at the cook off!\nMiguel Montemayor\, ISA Houston Section Expo & Chili Cook Off Chair\nArdis Bartle\, ISA Houston Section Expo & Cook Off Chair\nAmanda Hardy\, ISA Houston Section Event Manager \n2021 Flyer \nExpo Layout \nCovid-19 Policy  \nWould you like to sponsor this event?\nTitle Sponsor ($2200) -Can be any two booths side by side. 2-20\, 26-44 has power includes-10X20 exhibiting area\, electrical outlet access of (1) 120V/20AMP\, (2) 8’ X 30” tables and 4 chairs ~Maximum of 16 exhibitor personnel in booth area\, Recognition at and before event through signage\, announcements\, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booth. Two shield guards will be provided. \nPlatinum Sponsor ($1100)-Booths 2-20\, 26-44 include 10X10 exhibiting area\, electrical outlet access of (1) 120V/20AMP\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum of 10 exhibitor personnel in booth area ~ Recognition at and before event through signage\, announcements\, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided. \nGold Sponsor ($750) -Booths 46-54 ONLY\, no electricity in this area\, 10X10 exhibiting area\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum 5 exhibitor personnel in booth area~ Recognition at and before event through signage\, announcements\, advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing*Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided \nInside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT) – 20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up\, space between you and other trailer sponsors\, electrical outlet access\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~Maximum of 10 exhibitor personnel at booth area Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Booth 22\, can be a cooking trailer area\, first come basis. **Must complete trailer/display information form after registration. *Each booth has social distancing space between the next booths. A shield guard will be provided. \nInside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT)- 15X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up\, space between you and other trailer sponsors\, electrical outlet access\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs ~10 Exhibitor personnel at booth area.  Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 2 booths 23 & 24 NO Cooking trailers. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration \nFront Outside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT) – 20X10 exhibiting area for trailer set up\, (1) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs~ 20 Exhibitor personnel allowed in booth area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Outside Trailer 1 by entrance\, cooking trailer allowed. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration. \nFront Outside Trailer/Display Area Sponsor (SOLD OUT) – 30X15 exhibiting area for trailer set up\, (2) 8’ X 30” table and 2 chairs\,~20 Exhibitor personnel allowed in area. Recognition at and before event through signage advertisement in ISA Houston section newsletter and all Expo & Chili Cook Off marketing material. Quantity 1 Outside Semi-Trailer 30 feet by entrance\, cooking trailer allowed. A shield guard will be provided. ** Must complete trailer/display information form after registration. \nAdditional 6-foot table to set up in your sponsorship area ($50). \nAdditional Sponsorship Opportunities\nAwards Sponsor ($400) – Award 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. Sponsor allowed 15 guest invites \nJudges Sponsor ($500) – Your company logo will be on window clings at the judge’s chambers area. Company logo will be on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 20 guest invites. \nEntertainment Sponsor ($800) -Live music at the event. The entertainment will intermittently recognize your company during event. Your company can put a banner & small promotional items by the stage. Company logo will be on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 25 guest invites. \nGeneral Sponsor ($500) -Logo on parking attendant volunteers’ T-shirts\, your company branded pop up tent can be set up for parking attendant rally point. Unlimited RSVP invites. \nBeverage Sponsorship Class 1 ($300) –\nSoft Drinks\, Water\, beer & wine will be furnished courtesy of the Houston Section. Company logo will be by the beverage stations and on all event signage\, ISA newsletter and mentioned at event. Sponsor allowed 15 invites. \nBeverage Sponsorship Class 2 ($500) – Your company will have exposure and network opportunities from a Beverage Station! Your company can set up 1 pop up banner & provide promotional materials at the beverage station. This is not a booth space; chili/decorating are not possible. Quantity 3 available. Sponsor has maximum of 2 exhibitor personnel to work the beverage area and 10 invites. \nAttendee Map and voting sheet ($500) –\nThis is the sheet that 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. Sponsor allowed 15 invites.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/houston-section-expo-chili-cook-off-2021/
LOCATION:Sawyer Yards\, 2000 Edwards Street Houston\, TX 77007 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Hardy":MAILTO:amanda@functionzinc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211103T120000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003501
CREATED:20211025T191146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T191146Z
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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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003501
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210804T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210602T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20210521T185601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210521T185601Z
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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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210505T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20210426T040030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210426T040030Z
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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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210409T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20201201T082350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T044139Z
UID:10000115-1617957000-1617976800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:2021 ISA Houston Section Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:ISA Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament is happening Friday\, April 9\, 2021\, @ The Clubs of Kingwood \n8:30 AM shotgun start! \nSee below for Player and Sponsorship options \nFor further information contact Amanda Hardy 281-928-0462 or amanda@functionzinc.com or Rusty Darsey 832-392-0762 or rustyd@safeengr.com \n \n(from previous golf tournament) \n2021 ISA Houston Section Golf Tournament Player Pricing:\nFoursome $540.00 Includes: \n\nGoodie Bag\nShared Cart\nRange Balls\n18 Hole Green Fee\nGrab and go breakfast\nAwards Luncheon\n\nIndividual $135.00 Includes: \n\nGoodie Bag\nShared Cart\nRange Balls\n18 Hole Green Fee\nGrab and go breakfast\nAwards Luncheon\n\n2021 ISA Houston Section Golf Tournament Sponsorship Opportunities:\nTitle Sponsor $3000.00-(SOLD OUT) \n\nIncludes Two (2) Four person teams\nCompany Logo on Balls in the golfers’ bags\, up to 120 golfers\nTitle Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nNine (9) premium hole sponsorships with signage at tournament\nExhibit on Course set up option\nReserved seating table at Awards Luncheon\nRecognition & award presentation at ceremony\nLogo on event Signage\n\nGolf Cart Sponsor $2000.00(SOLD OUT) \n\nIncludes One (1) Four person team\nYour organizations logo on all carts\nGolf Cart Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blast\nReserved seating table at awards luncheon\nExhibit on Course set up option\nRecognition & award presentation at ceremony\n\n Beverage Cart Sponsors $500.00(SOLD OUT) \n\nCompany Logo on Beverage Carts\nBeverage Cart Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\nExhibit on Course $600.00 \n\nYour organizations logo on hole sign\nDisplay on Course you may bring your company tent\, products and give-a-ways\, food non-alcoholic beverages. Alcohol must be purchased through Kingwood Country Club.\nExhibit Sponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nReserved seating table at awards luncheon & lunch provide for your team managing the tent\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\n\n Bag Sponsor$1000.00(SOLDOUT) \n\nCompany Logo on all Ditty Bags\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nReserved seating table at awards luncheon and up to 4 awards luncheon networking passes\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\n\nMulligan Sponsor $300.00 \n\nCompany Logo on all Mulligan cards purchased by golf teams\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\n\nPutting Contest Sponsor$200.00+ Donation for Contest item (SOLD OUT) \n\nCompany Logo signage at event contest area\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nPicture of winning players announced in newsletter with your company logo\n\n Scoreboard Sponsor$150.00(SOLD OUT) \n\nCompany Logo signage at scoreboard area\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nPicture of winning players announced in newsletter with your company logo\n\n Longest Drive Sponsor $150.00(SOLD OUT) \n\nCompany Logo signage at longest drive hole\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nPicture of winning players announced in newsletter with your company logo\n\n Driving Range $150.00 (SOLD OUT) \n\nCompany Logo signage at driving range area\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\n\n Hole Sponsor $150.00 \n\nCompany Logo signage at hole\nSponsors logo will be reference in all promotional materials including: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/2021-isa-houston-section-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:The Clubs of Kingwood – Kingwood Clubhouse\, 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail\, Kingwood\, TX\, 77339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Hardy":MAILTO:amanda@functionzinc.com
GEO:30.0399681;-95.1987045
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20210322T052631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T050937Z
UID:10000013-1617795000-1617798600@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
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:20260710T003502
CREATED:20210221T012519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210226T201124Z
UID:10000011-1614771000-1614774600@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
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:20210203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20210120T175957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T180128Z
UID:10000120-1612351800-1612355400@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201202T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20201115T003711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201115T003711Z
UID:10000114-1606908600-1606912200@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
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:20201117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201117T160000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20201106T204552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201106T204552Z
UID:10000113-1605600000-1605628800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Process Industry Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration: \nBefore 6 November: FREE\nAfter 6 November: 80 USD for ISA Member\n100 USD for Non-Member/List \nPresenter: \nISA Process Measurement & Control Division \nJoin ISA for this one-day virtual conference where we’ll discuss topic areas covering: process instrumentation/control\, cybersecurity & safety systems\, open architecture & infrastructure\, and operational excellence. \nTo Register Visit: https://virtualpic.vfairs.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/virtual-process-industry-conference/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,Conferences
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20201030T011820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201030T011930Z
UID:10000112-1604584800-1604588400@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201016T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190917T083208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201016T050725Z
UID:10000012-1602837000-1602856800@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:ISA Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:ISA Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament is happening Friday\, October 16\, 2020\, @ The Clubs of Kingwood8:30 AM shotgun start \nCome to spend a day networking & playoff golf all while raising funds for scholarships at Houston’s prestigious Kingwood! \nTitle Sponsor – $2\,500.00\n\n\nIncludes Two (2) Foursome Tickets\nTitle Sponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nTen (10) premium hole sponsorships with signage at tournament\nTeam Pictures put on Display at the awards ceremony\nReserved seating table at Awards Dinner\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nGolf Cart Sponsor – $2\,000.00\n\n\nIncludes One (1) Foursome Tickets\nGolf Cart Sponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nTeam Pictures put on Display at the awards ceremony\nReserved seating table at Awards Dinner\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nBall Sponsor – $1\,000.00\n\n\nEvery player with a sleeve of balls\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nReserved seating table at Awards Dinner at the event\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nBag Sponsor – $1\,000.00 (SOLD OUT!)\n\n\nCompany Logo on all Ditty Bags\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nReserved seating table at Awards Dinner at the event\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nExhibit on Course – $600.00\n\n\nDisplay on course\, you may bring your company tent\, products\, and give-a-ways\nExhibit Sponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials includin: ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nExhibit Pictures put on Display atthe awards ceremony\nReserved seating table at Awards Dinner\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nFoursome – $540.00\nGoodie Bag\, Shared Cart\, Range Balls\, 18 Hole Green Fee\, Lunch\, Awards Buffet Dinner\n\n\nBeverage Cart Sponsors – $500.00\n\n\nCompany Logo on Beverage Carts\nBeverage Cart Sponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nTeam Pictures put on Display at the awards ceremony\nReserved seating table at Awards Dinner\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nMulligan Sponsor – $400.00\n\n\nCompany Logo on all Mulligan cards purchased by golf teams\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nPutting Contest Sponsor – $200.00 (SOLD OUT!)\n\n\nDonation for Contest item\nCompany Logo signage at Event Contest area\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nPicture of winning player with your company logo signage\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nScoreboard Sponsor – $150.00\n\n\nCompany Logo signage at scoreboard area\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nLongest Drive Sponsor – $150.00 (SOLD OUT!)\n\n\nCompany Logo signage at longest drive hole\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nPicture of winning player with your company logo signage\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nDriving Range – $150.00\n\n\nCompany Logo signage at driving range area\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nHole Sponsor – $150.00\n\n\nCompany Logo signage at hole\nSponsors logo will be referenced in all promotional materials including ISA HS Monthly Meetings\, website\, LinkedIn & email blasts\nRecognition at Awards Ceremony\nEvent Signage\n\n\n\n\nIndividual – $135.00\nGoodie Bag\, Shared Cart\, Range Balls\, 18 Hole Green Fee\, Lunch\, Awards Buffet Dinner\n\n\nGolf Tournament Volunteer – $0.00\nThe volunteer position does not allow you to play golf at the event.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/isa-annual-scholarship-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:The Clubs of Kingwood – Kingwood Clubhouse\, 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail\, Kingwood\, TX\, 77339\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amanda Hardy":MAILTO:amanda@functionzinc.com
GEO:30.0399681;-95.1987045
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Clubs of Kingwood – Kingwood Clubhouse 1700 Lake Kingwood Trail Kingwood TX 77339 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1700 Lake Kingwood Trail:geo:-95.1987045,30.0399681
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20201001T165729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T165729Z
UID:10000111-1602070200-1602073800@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
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:20200902T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200902T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20200812T043652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200812T043720Z
UID:10000062-1599046200-1599049800@www.houstonisa.org
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/
LOCATION:TX
CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200527T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20200508T195440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T200031Z
UID:10000042-1590579000-1590582600@www.houstonisa.org
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:20200426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190925T212259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191122T183531Z
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SUMMARY:2020 Analysis Division Spring Symposium
DESCRIPTION:AD’2020\, the 65th Analysis Division Symposium will convene 26-30 April 2020 at the Long Beach Convention Center Long Beach\, California\, USA \nThis symposium is recognized as the outstanding forum for discussions of new and innovative analytical technologies\, developments\, and applications for the process and laboratory industries. Speakers and attendees at the symposium are from throughout the world and share the opportunity to speak to an international audience\, participate in informal discussions and social gatherings\, and acquire the latest information concerning analytical sciences. \nTechnical paper presentations address topics in process and laboratory analysis including methods\, analytical applications\, analytical hardware and software\, analytical systems and analyzer system operation and maintenance. The content of papers may concern technology in development or technology as applied in industry practice. \nGeneral subject areas of interest • Chemical Analyzers & Physical Properties • Systems Integration & Maintenance • Chromatography & Spectroscopy • Gas Detection & Environmental • Validation & Emerging Technologies • Analytical Software & Sampling Systems • Communications • Natural Gas • Leak Detection • Data Manipulation • Environmental • Pipeline \nOpportunities : \nVendors with products and services of interest to process and laboratory analyzer users will be present in the Analytical Technology Pavilion at the Symposium to meet and visit with attendees and provide technical information. The Analytical Technology Pavilion at the Convention Center will be the meeting place during breaks\, lunches\, and evening socials for contact with potential vendors\, for demonstration of innovations\, and for viewing the latest in analytical instrumentation\, software\, and applications. Hors d’oeuvres will be served on Sunday and Monday evenings. Knowledgeable personnel will be present during the exhibit times. \nHours : \nThe Symposium begins on Sunday with concurrent courses in analytical techniques\, advanced analyzer technologies\, and problem solving. Courses are taught by Analysis Division Experts in their respective disciplines. Monday\, Tuesday\, and Wednesday feature technical session presentations 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. \nSunday: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Standards Writing Session \nSunday: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Analysis Division Business Meeting \nSunday: 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM Exhibits open \nMonday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Technical presentations by experts in their respective disciplines. \nTuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Technical presentations by experts in their respective disciplines. \nTuesday: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Reception in the Analytical Technology Pavilion \nTuesday: 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM Recognition Banquet \nWednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Technical presentations by experts in their respective disciplines. \nThursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Vendor sponsored workshops \nVisit the Analysis Division website at www.ADSymposium.org For program and registration information
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/2020-analysis-division-spring-symposium/
LOCATION:Long Beach Convention Center\, 300 E Ocean Blvd\, Long Beach\, CA\, 90802\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200305T210000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190927T095116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200305T185209Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20200226T173541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200226T195057Z
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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:20260710T003502
CREATED:20200115T090030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200316T111944Z
UID:10000036-1580900400-1580907600@www.houstonisa.org
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200121T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200123T170000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190925T212225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191122T182511Z
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SUMMARY:75th Annual Instrumentation and Automation Symposium
DESCRIPTION:75 Year Special Commemoration  \nABOUT\nIn 1946\, the first Short Course on Instrumentation for the Process Industries was held to educate professionals and students in the instrumenation and automation industries. Although it is now known as the Instrumentation and Automation Symposium and the tools used for instrumentation and control continue to evolve\, many industry objectives have remained. The Instrumentation and Automation Symposium for the Process Industries\, now in its 75th year\, continues to educate professionals and students. The Symposium focuses on current critical areas in instrumentation and automation. Topics include but are not limited to: Instrument Reliability\, Instrumented Safeguards\, Technology Focus\, and Regulatory Compliance. At the symposium\, practical technical papers as well as vendor exhibits are presented with a focus on education. \nWe are proud to announce that the Instrumentation and Automation Symposium for the Process Industries and the International Society of Automation (ISA) will collaborate for this year’s conference. Over the last 75 years these two institutions have served the needs of the manufacturing and engineering industries by providing training\, research\, practice development\, communication and networking to drive efficiency and safety. \nDon’t miss the chance to help celebrate 75 years of two well respected institutions: \nThe Instrumentation and Automation Symposium for the Process Industries and the ISA\nOver the last 75 years these institutions have served the needs of manufacturing and engineering by providing training\, research\, practice development\, communication and networking to drive efficiency and safety. \nPlease join us as we build on collaboration into the future! \nRegister For The Event Here! \n 
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/75th-annual-instrumentation-and-automation-symposium/
LOCATION:Memorial Student Center\, 275 Joe Routt Blvd\, College Station\, TX\, 77843\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190925T221051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191020T134909Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Engineering (PE) Study Group for the Control Systems Exam (CSE)
DESCRIPTION:For seven years\, in the ten (10) weeks leading up to the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam for Control Systems Engineering (CSE)\, the ISA Houston Section has offered to help members prepare for the exam by hosting weekly study group sessions at a convenient local venue. In this eighth year of the initiative\, Wood has been kind enough to host the sessions at their Thoroughbred building in the Energy Corridor. \nWith a participant success rate of ~80%\, the study sessions are a valuable tool in the licensing process since the NCEES board does not have any official study material for the CSE PE exam (http://ncees.org/exams/exam-preparation-materials/exam-prep-materials/) \nPE Study Group Calendar Weekly Topics:\n\nAugust 21 – Measurement Part I\nAugust 28 – Measurement Part II\nSeptember 4 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part I\nSeptember 11 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part II\nSeptember 18 – Final Control Elements Part I\nSeptember 25 – Final Control Elements Part II\nOctober 2 – Control Systems Part I\nOctober 9 – Control Systems Part II\nOctober 16– Safety Systems Part I\nOctober 23 – Safety Systems Part II\nOctober 25 – Exam Day
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/cse-pe-study-group-2019-6/
LOCATION:Wood – Thoroughbred Building\, 17420 Katy Freeway\, Houston\, TX 77094 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rolando Villar":MAILTO:Rolando.Villar@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190925T221039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T080318Z
UID:10000110-1568224800-1568232000@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Professional Engineering (PE) Study Group for the Control Systems Exam (CSE)
DESCRIPTION:For seven years\, in the ten (10) weeks leading up to the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam for Control Systems Engineering (CSE)\, the ISA Houston Section has offered to help members prepare for the exam by hosting weekly study group sessions at a convenient local venue. In this eighth year of the initiative\, Wood has been kind enough to host the sessions at their Thoroughbred building in the Energy Corridor. \nWith a participant success rate of ~80%\, the study sessions are a valuable tool in the licensing process since the NCEES board does not have any official study material for the CSE PE exam (http://ncees.org/exams/exam-preparation-materials/exam-prep-materials/) \nPE Study Group Calendar Weekly Topics:\n\nAugust 21 – Measurement Part I\nAugust 28 – Measurement Part II\nSeptember 4 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part I\nSeptember 11 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part II\nSeptember 18 – Final Control Elements Part I\nSeptember 25 – Final Control Elements Part II\nOctober 2 – Control Systems Part I\nOctober 9 – Control Systems Part II\nOctober 16– Safety Systems Part I\nOctober 23 – Safety Systems Part II\nOctober 25 – Exam Day
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/cse-pe-study-group-2019-5/
LOCATION:Wood – Thoroughbred Building\, 17420 Katy Freeway\, Houston\, TX 77094 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional-Engineering,Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rolando Villar":MAILTO:Rolando.Villar@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190925T221023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T075617Z
UID:10000109-1567620000-1567627200@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Professional Engineering (PE) Study Group for the Control Systems Exam (CSE)
DESCRIPTION:For seven years\, in the ten (10) weeks leading up to the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam for Control Systems Engineering (CSE)\, the ISA Houston Section has offered to help members prepare for the exam by hosting weekly study group sessions at a convenient local venue. In this eighth year of the initiative\, Wood has been kind enough to host the sessions at their Thoroughbred building in the Energy Corridor. \nWith a participant success rate of ~80%\, the study sessions are a valuable tool in the licensing process since the NCEES board does not have any official study material for the CSE PE exam (http://ncees.org/exams/exam-preparation-materials/exam-prep-materials/) \nPE Study Group Calendar Weekly Topics:\n\nAugust 21 – Measurement Part I\nAugust 28 – Measurement Part II\nSeptember 4 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part I\nSeptember 11 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part II\nSeptember 18 – Final Control Elements Part I\nSeptember 25 – Final Control Elements Part II\nOctober 2 – Control Systems Part I\nOctober 9 – Control Systems Part II\nOctober 16– Safety Systems Part I\nOctober 23 – Safety Systems Part II\nOctober 25 – Exam Day
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/cse-pe-study-group-2019-4/
LOCATION:Wood – Thoroughbred Building\, 17420 Katy Freeway\, Houston\, TX 77094 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional-Engineering,Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rolando Villar":MAILTO:Rolando.Villar@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190904T130000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190916T124151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190922T195641Z
UID:10000065-1567594800-1567602000@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Common Fire and Gas Detector Design Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:The ISA Houston Section September Program Meeting will be held at TechnipFMC \nWhat We Will Cover \nCommon Fire and Gas Detector Guidelines \nHistorically\, fire and gas detector placement has been performed by experienced engineers using rules of thumb and expert judgement. Over the past few years\, detector placement has evolved into more of a quantitative science\, and less of an art. Experience with quantitative design techniques and advanced modeling has demonstrated that some of the historical rules of thumb actually result in very poor choices for detector locations. Modern fire and gas mapping and dispersion modeling allows for a much better understanding of the nature of gas clouds and fires that result from accidental loss of containment. All of the transport mechanisms\, including momentum effects and impingement on process equipment\, are included in these modern techniques. This discussion will include listing of some common rules of thumb for placing detectors and then explores those designs with modern modeling techniques to demonstrate the lack of accuracy in the design and explains why the rules of thumb got it wrong. \n \n(Speaker: James McGlone\, GICSP\, Chief Marketing Officer ) \nSpeaker Biography \nMr. McGlone is the Chief Marketing Officer of Kenexis. He has over 30 years of experience in the design\, development\, sales and life cycle management of industrial automation\, industrial software\, critical control systems\, measurement systems\, communications systems\, and networked embedded controllers. Jim has worked for major vendors to bring industrial and commercial products to market to solve automation and control challenges globally. \nMr. McGlone began his professional career as a production supervisor where he managed a printed circuit board manufacturing department and redesigning the department’s electromechanical systems\, measurement equipment\, workflow\, and processes to increase productivity and accuracy. \nMr. McGlone served as a multistate regional manager providing technical sales and support for industrial automation software. He became the global business development manager for Rockwell Automation’s software business and provided sales and support to Rockwell Automation’s largest global customers. Mr. McGlone developed a business to provide robust sustainability to industrial control systems and improved security. \nAs vice president sales and operations of Tridium\, a Honeywell subsidiary\, Mr. McGlone developed a technology-inside strategy focused on minimizing cost to serve to grow the business while optimizing logistics worldwide. As the acting general manager of the Asia Pacific business\, he developed the market in China\, Singapore\, Australia\, and South Korea.\nMr. McGlone has successfully managed industrial cybersecurity projects in the food\, oil & gas\, power generation\, and water industries as a Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP) \nTicket Prices ($20.00 Member with RSVP and Non-Member $30.00) \n(Parking Info) \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 (Energy Tower II ET2) for a name tag. Please wait to be escorted to the meeting room.
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/common-fire-and-gas-detector-design-guidelines/
LOCATION:TechnipFMC\, 11720 Katy Fwy\, Houston\, TX\, 77079\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Clifford D. Wuertz":MAILTO:cdwuertz@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T200000
DTSTAMP:20260710T003502
CREATED:20190925T221009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190930T075250Z
UID:10000108-1567015200-1567022400@www.houstonisa.org
SUMMARY:Professional Engineering (PE) Study Group for the Control Systems Exam (CSE)
DESCRIPTION:For seven years\, in the ten (10) weeks leading up to the Principles and Practice of Engineering (PE) exam for Control Systems Engineering (CSE)\, the ISA Houston Section has offered to help members prepare for the exam by hosting weekly study group sessions at a convenient local venue. In this eighth year of the initiative\, Wood has been kind enough to host the sessions at their Thoroughbred building in the Energy Corridor. \nWith a participant success rate of ~80%\, the study sessions are a valuable tool in the licensing process since the NCEES board does not have any official study material for the CSE PE exam (http://ncees.org/exams/exam-preparation-materials/exam-prep-materials/) \nPE Study Group Calendar Weekly Topics:\n\nAugust 21 – Measurement Part I\nAugust 28 – Measurement Part II\nSeptember 4 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part I\nSeptember 11 – Signals\, Transmission\, and Networking Part II\nSeptember 18 – Final Control Elements Part I\nSeptember 25 – Final Control Elements Part II\nOctober 2 – Control Systems Part I\nOctober 9 – Control Systems Part II\nOctober 16– Safety Systems Part I\nOctober 23 – Safety Systems Part II\nOctober 25 – Exam Day
URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/cse-pe-study-group-2019-3/
LOCATION:Wood – Thoroughbred Building\, 17420 Katy Freeway\, Houston\, TX 77094 United States\, Houston\, TX\, 77094\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional-Engineering,Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rolando Villar":MAILTO:Rolando.Villar@outlook.com
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