In this presentation Cormac Garvey – Hal Software, will discuss the concept of using prototyping for a batch control system. Prototyping is a relatively new concept in control systems, but is standard in many other industries. In this talk Cormac will cover off what exactly prototyping can be used for in process control, what are…

In this presentation Ian Poulett– Siemens will discuss two case studies. Case Study 1: Will cover the design and implementation of a Wireless Network within an industrial environment. Focus will be on the effects of interference, equipment choice and security considerations. Case Study 2: Will cover the implementation of secure remote access to an industrial…

In this presentation Robert Jones – Vision ID will discuss a seamless work environment by connecting employees with accurate information, and empowering them to do their best. Whether on the production line, in the warehouse or at the dock-door, better data means fewer errors and lower costs. From the second raw materials are received, to…

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A showcase of new developments within automation technology solutions in the manufacturing and service industries. This event is themed towards approaches that are needed to allow plant systems to be upgraded, for example, to a new OS platform/hardware or utilizing a virtual environment. First-hand experiences from guest speakers Novartis, Johnson & Johnson, Rockwell, Amgen, Helsinn…

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“In many instances there is significant overlap between the computerized system validation and the commissioning and qualification activities specially for computerized control systems utilized in the manufacturing, facilities and/or utility processes (e.g. PLC’s, SCADA, DCS). As such, these efforts may be combined under one effort, to ensure proper synchronization and preclude duplication of effort. As…

Rochestown Park Hotel, Cork Wednesday, 26th November 2014, 19.00 Over the last twenty years we have seen many standards applicable to machine and process safety. As technology evolves likewise functional safety standards evolve also. More recently we have seen updates to major standards like IEC 61508 which will have implications to sector standards like 61511 for…

This very successful conference was held on Thurs 27th March with a large audience in attendance and on the WWW. Thank you all for your participation, the presenters, debaters and audience. The presenters were Brendan Jordan, Pfizer, Paudie O’Keeffe, Amgen and Marc Blekkink, ISA Belgium. Below are the links to Youtube video of the presentations…