BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ISA - Houston Section - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.houstonisa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ISA - Houston Section REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T123000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20260504T165707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T190704Z UID:10000328-1778670000-1778675400@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:Alarm Management DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nFor most industrial facilities\, control system alarms are the primary means to let the Operator know something’s wrong. So what happens when that alarm system hinders the Operator more than it helps? The problem seems overwhelming\, and the alarms you thought provided risk protection are actually doing the opposite. \nThis technical program will help participants understand common alarm management challenges and tackle structured approaches to cultivate an alarm system that supports Operators\, rather than getting in their way\, in any facility—large or small. \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenters:  \n \nStephen Symons \nPrincipal Consultant/Managing Director\, Avoca Consulting \nStephen’s Bio:  \nStephen has worked as an alarm management consultant for almost 20 years now. A large part of that was with a large DCS vendor\, and then with several smaller vendor-independent consultants. Most of his work has been in Oil & Gas and Chemicals\, but also in Power Generation and Pulp & Paper. \nHis primary role is leading his clients through various stages of the alarm management lifecycle. \nRegistration Fee: $0.00 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n  \nRegister Now! \n  URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/alarm-management/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T123000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20260323T134819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T134819Z UID:10000327-1775041200-1775046600@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:Overview of Combustion Principles and Protection DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nThe session will introduce the core chemistry\, physics\, and hazards of combustion in fired equipment\, emphasizing stoichiometry\, air–fuel ratio control\, and flammability limits. It highlights major operational risks—including fuel rich combustion\, flame loss\, tube rupture\, and draft failures—and explains how these conditions can lead to unstable combustion or explosions. \nThe presentation concludes with essential protection principles for safe operation\, covering burner management\, fuel isolation\, purging\, flame supervision\, and product heating safeguards. \n  \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenters:  \n \nBrad Bonnette \nTechnical Director \nBrad’s Bio:  \nBrad Bonnette is the Technical Authority for Wood’s Systems Integration business and has over 36 years of experience in industrial processing\, process control\, control and safety systems\, process operation and management including information technology management. He is licensed Professional Engineer\, Certified Automation Cybersecurity Expert\, and active member of ISA 84 standard subcommittees on Cybersecurity for SIS\, Burner Management Systems\, API 556 committees for control and protection of Process Heaters. \nBrad has been designing\, implementing and troubleshooting fired equipment control and protection systems since the mid 1980s. \nRegistration Fee: $0.00 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n  \nRegister Now! \n  URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/overview-of-combustion-principles-and-protection/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T123000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20260218T152356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T152356Z UID:10000308-1772622000-1772627400@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:CCUS Measurement Systems DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nAn overview of Carbon Capture\, Utilization\, and Storage (CCUS) measurement systems\, from source to sequestration or utilization including the diverse requirements of stakeholders such as EPA permit guidelines\, pipeline and reservoir integrity\, custody transfer\, and Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) accounting\, maintenance\, operations surveillance\, project execution\, vendors and suppliers. \nThere are multiple stakeholders with diverse requirements in the CCUS program. All the requirements are equally important to having a successful and profitable CCUS program. \nThe solution is a combination of flow measurement and analyzer technologies that meet the stakeholder requirements. The solution also includes industry-accepted validation methodologies. Additionally\, participating in the ongoing development of industry standards and research projects will ensure that suppliers and end users are aligned. \nThe development of the carbon markets and associated industry standards are ongoing. This effort has consolidated multiple requirements so that we can work with standards organizations\, researchers\, carbon markets and equipment providers. \n  \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenters:  \n \nAlan Bryant \nEngineering Consultant – Automation Occidental \nAlan’s Bio:  \nAlan grew up in Arkansas and went to college at Rolla\, Missouri. Alan has done several things in several places over his 32-year career in upstream oil and gas. He is currently an engineer in Oxy O&G Automation Team supporting projects\, operations\, HES\, and corporate standards. He is supporting carbon capture and sequestration projects. Alan is active in ISA on the Executive Board of Directors\, the Houston Section\, and multiple standards committees. \nAlan and his wife\, Rhonda live in Pearland\, TX. Alan helps maintain his community nature reserve and helps put out flags for patriotic holidays. He brews his own beer. Alan likes outdoors hiking\, kayaking\, clay shooting. He played a round of golf once. Alan and Rhonda love to travel\, especially long road trips “it’s the journey\, not the destination.” It’s not a road trip until you change your plans along the way. He’s set foot in every state except Oregon. \nRegistration Fee: $0.00 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n  \nRegister Now! \n  URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/ccus-measurement-systems/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T123000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20260123T212252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T212252Z UID:10000306-1770202800-1770208200@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:Engineering Ethics DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nTexas 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. \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenters:  \n \nLeAnn Catron \nInvestigator – Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors \nLeAnn’s Bio:  \nLeAnn started her investigative career with the Texas Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors in September of 2019. Prior to joining the Engineering Board\, LeAnn worked with the Texas Board of Professional Land Surveyors in Austin\, Texas. She is a native of Kailua\, Hawaii and enjoys listening to audio books and crafting in her free time. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $0.00 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n  \nRegister Now! \n  URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/engineering-ethics-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T123000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20251205T011704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T011704Z UID:10000230-1765364400-1765369800@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:An Overview of Open Process Automation and Industry Adoption Update DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nOpen\, interoperable control isn’t a future vision anymore – it’s here\, and it’s reshaping global standards. \nOver the past decade\, The Open Group Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF) has turned a bold idea—breaking vendor lock‑in in process control—into the O‑PAS standard\, a “standard of standards” that aligns existing technologies into a truly modular\, multi‑vendor architecture. O‑PAS gives owner‑operators a way to decouple hardware from software\, adopt IT‑aligned architectures\, and modernize brownfield assets without another generation of closed DCS lock‑in.  O‑PAS is no longer just a document—it’s a growing set of real plants\, real projects\, and real teams proving that open\, interoperable control systems can be safer\, more flexible\, and more economical than the legacy status quo. \nThis presentation will provide an overview and update on the current state of adoption. \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenters:  \n \nDon Bartusiak\, PHD \nPresident – Collaborative Systems Integration \nDon’s Bio:  \nDon brings 35+ years of experience in the Process Control industry to his current role as President of CSI. Prior to founding CSI\, Don was the Chief Engineer of Process Control at ExxonMobil. From 2016 to 2023\, he served as elected Co-Chair of The Open Process Automation Forum. \nDon is a global authority in the field and has implemented ground-breaking innovation\, notably real-time AI predictive control solutions. \n \nTrevor Cusworth \nVP of Sales & Marketing – Collaborative Systems Integration \nTrevor’s Bio:  \nTrevor brings over four decades of experience in automation and software across diverse industries. His journey encompasses strategic roles at Schneider Electric\, Invensys\, and Deloitte Consulting\, where I’ve led initiatives to enhance business performance and operational efficiency.  A significant part of his career has been dedicated to the advancement of Open Process Automation (OPA). Serving as a past co-chair of the Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF)\, Trevor has been instrumental in developing and promoting standards that foster interoperability and innovation in process control systems. \n  \nRegistration Fee: $0.00 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nYou may join the meeting starting at approximately 11:00 am for socializing and announcements. \nThe presentation will begin at 11:30 am. \n  \nRegister Now! \n  URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/an-overview-of-open-process-automation-and-industry-adoption-update/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T130000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20251103T154922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T155848Z UID:10000228-1762945200-1762952400@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:The Contextual Foundation: Unlocking Industrial AI Value DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nTo many automation engineers\, AI feels like a buzzword\, especially considering recent studies showing up to 95% of projects fail to yield measurable business value. This high failure rate is a direct rerun of the ‘pilot purgatory’ that plagued early digital transformation efforts\, where scaling was impossible due to fragmented\, siloed\, and non-contextualized data. \nJust as in many machine learning efforts where 80% of the work was in data janitorial tasks\, a successful industrial AI implementation is anchored on effective data contextualization to establish a robust industrial knowledge graph. This session cuts through the hype to provide an engineering-focused rationale for moving from pilot to production. \nWe will highlight the unique complexities of industrial data—from time series to P&IDs—and illustrate why a contextualized foundation is the single most critical step. Finally\, we showcase the concrete benefits (such as reduced downtime and “autonomous” operations) achieved by applying specialized AI agents onto a unified industrial knowledge graph\, using real-world examples to prove that sustained value realization is achievable. \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenter:  \n \nPrabu Parthasarathy \nGlobal VP – Strategic Projects\, Cognite \nPresenter’s Bio:  \nAs the Global VP – Strategic Projects at Cognite\, Prabu helps combine domain expertise and digital technology to help clients across upstream and midstream industries harness the power of data and AI to optimize their operations\, reduce emissions\, and enhance safety. \nWith over 20 years of international experience in the Oil and Gas sector\, he has a deep understanding of the technical and business challenges that our clients face\, and how to deliver value by combining domain knowledge with digital technologies. Before joining Cognite\, Prabu was the VP of Intelligent Operations at Wood Group\, where he oversaw a global business line that provided advanced technology solutions to the process industry. \nRegistration Fee: \nMembers: $0.00 \nNon-members: $5.00 \nRegister Now! URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/the-contextual-foundation-unlocking-industrial-ai-value/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T133000 DTSTAMP:20260525T053600 CREATED:20250825T151651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T151651Z UID:10000227-1756897200-1756906200@www.houstonisa.org SUMMARY:Advances in Automated PLC Testing DESCRIPTION:Abstract: \nValidating PLC logic quickly without sacrificing quality: we will discuss how using a segmented testing philosophy and automated logic testing can result in a better test\, requiring less time and less people. \nLocation: \n ONLINE ONLY – Zoom Web Meeting \nPresenter:  \nBrian Bailey – Technology Implementation Director\, ProLytX \nPresenter’s Bio:  \nWith over 20 years of experience in functional safety and systems integration\, Brian Bailey transforms complexity into actionable strategies that drive real-world safety improvements. A Certified Functional Safety Expert (CFSE) with a Mechanical Engineering degree from Texas A&M and an MBA from the University of Houston\, Brian has led cross-functional teams both in the U.S. and abroad — making safety smarter at every step. \nAs a founding member of ProLytX and Technology Implementation Director\, Brian focuses on testing\, simulation\, workflow optimization\, and the deployment of intelligent tools that enhance safety and operability across industrial facilities. \nRegistration Fee: \nMembers: $0.00 \nNon-members: $5.00 \nRegister Now! \n\n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n CompanyTitleEmail(Required)\n \n PhoneStudent?\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n ISA Member?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No URL:https://www.houstonisa.org/event/advances-in-automated-plc-testing/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Event,ISA Houston Section Program ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Buchanan":MAILTO:Jane.Buchanan@burrowglobal.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR