How Yokogawa Took a Plant from Semi-Automated to Autonomous
Submitted by Yokogawa
The next generation control technology using reinforcement learning-based AI ( FKDPP) will autonomize areas that could not be automated with existing control methods while ensuring safety and improving productivity. FKDPP is a disruptive innovation that allows for a different dimension of control, particularly in such areas. This AI technology can be applied in the energy, materials, pharmaceuticals, and many other industries.
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WIKA Patented Diaphragm Monitoring System Helps Pharma Plant
Several years ago, a major U.S. pharmaceutical plant suffered the loss of a full batch of an expensive drug because of contamination caused by a diaphragm seal failure. This failure on a measuring instrument led to a time-consuming, costly shutdown and quarantine of the product line. Learn more.
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WIKA Pressure Sensor & Diaphragm Seal | Wastewater Treatment
The wastewater treatment equipment market was worth over $35 billion in 2015, and is expected to reach more than $55 billion by 2023. Increasing demands for water, alongside a trend in recycling and reusing this precious resource, are two reasons for the growth. Learn more.
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Watlow Gas Regeneration Heater Helps Refinery Meet Regulations
To comply with the Clean Air Act, a coal-fired power plant needed to heat flue gas to 455C (850F). Watlow engineered a customized design that would meet the customer's needs.
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Cutting Cords to Variable Specified Lengths CT Effects Example
Submitted by IAI
Motorizing the feed process increased production, and significantly lowered electricity and labor costs.
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Changing Air Cylinder to ROBO Cylinder Improved Cycle Time
Applying a liquid solution to a copper twisting machine CT-Effects Application Example
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Process Heating Eliminates Downtime for Medical Equipment Mfr
Submitted by Michelle Fischer
A medical equipment manufacturer in Concord, CA was developing a 3D X-ray microscope and used liquid nitrogen to preserve their samples for solid imaging.
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Plastic Resin & Synthetic Fiber Mfr Gets Valuable Assistance
Submitted by Dan Robertson
Valin provides assistance to plastic resin and synthetic fiber manufacturer with integrated valve solution.
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