Control and Instrumentation articles from February 1997

Control and Instrumentation archives from February 1997

An integrator's paradise? (control systems integration)
February 1, 1997... So what's going to become of the SCADA suppliers - and the systems integrators that are currently doing so well out of engineering their software? It's a serious question. As Sun, Microsoft and so on continue to push the boundaries of...

Much more control. (fuzzy logic in hybrid control solutions)
February 1, 1997... If you're in any doubt about using fuzzy logic in hybrid control solutions, don't hesitate - but do use a decent environment Why would you want to use a fuzzy logic design environment? It's a fair question! And, the answer is - because fuzzy...

Flowmeters: mass or volume?
February 1, 1997... This is just one choice - there are 40 others! Make sure your selection matches the full application Flowmeter use is on the increase, due to lower ownership costs, increased reliability and improved interfaces. One area where debate has raged...

Auditing flowmeter installations.
February 1, 1997... Savings made in the initial purchase of meters may not be supported by an audit on the final installation Time and effort spent at the front end ensuring that installation and meter choice are correct will always save money. Flowmetering, being...

Tablet technology. (expert systems)
February 1, 1997... Expert systems and advanced controls are helping the UK pharmaceutical industry to be a world leader The UK is a world leader in pharmaceuticals. Five out of the world's top 20 medicines have been developed in UK laboratories, and 12 out of...

Taking fieldbus into hazardous areas.
February 1, 1997... Benefits and limitations are explained for two systems Device parameter Recommended value Approval voltage Minimum of 24V Approval current Minimum of 250mA...

Integrated tools transforming power.
February 1, 1997... Engineering data acquisition and control systems for CCGTs has come a long way Power plant control continues to be influenced by the rapid advances in technology. Computer performance doubles every year; new operating systems and graphical...

UK's drives & controls.
February 1, 1997... The fourth UK Drives and Controls conference and Show is more popular than ever, with a 100% sell-out. In 1996 it gave us a rush of new linear motors and mini PLCs, induction motors with piggy back drives and soft starts. This year's Drives...