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SUMMARY:AIChE 2026
DESCRIPTION:Control Station at AiChE 2026\n\nDates: April 14 – 16\, 2026\nLocation: Hilton Americas–Houston\nRoom 335 A\nSpeaker: Dr. Chris Chritie – Director of Services\, Control Station\nPresentation Time: 2:14 pm – 2:36 pm\nTitle: Advancing Process Optimization Through Overall Controller Effectiveness: A Novel Metric for Evaluating PID Performance.\nTake-Away: OCE provides a simple\, scalable metric for evaluating PID performance and links controller effectiveness to plant-wide efficiency\, reliability\, and other smart manufacturing goals.\n\nAbout the Event\nControl Station will participate in the AIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process Safety 2026\, one of the most important technical conferences for chemical and process engineers. The event will take place April 12–16\, 2026 in Houston\, Texas\, at the Hilton Americas–Houston and the George R. Brown Convention Center\, bringing together industry professionals to discuss innovations in process optimization\, automation\, safety\, and emerging technologies.\nTechnical Presentation\nAs part of the conference program\, Chris Christie\, PhD\, will present new work focused on improving the way industrial PID loop performance is evaluated. \n\n\n\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n  \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/aiche-2026/
LOCATION:Hilton of the Americas and the George R. Brown Convention Center\, Houston\, TX\, Houston\, TX\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tradeshows
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UID:37129-1776171600-1776445200@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-3/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
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SUMMARY:Routeco Live 2026
DESCRIPTION:Control Station at Routeco Live 2026\nControl Station will participate in Routeco Live 2026\, a multi-location industrial automation event held across the United Kingdom in April 2026\, bringing together leading technology providers\, system integrators\, and manufacturing professionals for a full day of technical discussions\, demonstrations\, and networking. The event focuses on practical solutions for improving productivity\, reliability\, and digital transformation across modern industrial operations. \nRouteco Live is designed to provide hands-on access to the latest automation technologies\, with live demonstrations\, expert presentations\, and opportunities to speak directly with specialists about real-world control\, instrumentation\, and digitalization challenges. \nControl Station will be exhibiting at the event and will be available to discuss proven methods for improving PID loop performance\, reducing variability\, and increasing process stability using model-based tuning and control performance monitoring technologies. \n\n \nEvent Dates & Locations\n\n\nApril 21\, 2026 — Leeds\, UK (Elland Road Stadium) \n\n\nApril 23\, 2026 — Manchester\, UK (Old Trafford) \n\n\nApril 28\, 2026 — Yeovil\, UK (Haynes Motor Museum) \n\n\nApril 30\, 2026 — Northampton\, UK (Franklin’s Gardens) \n\n\nRouteco Live is organized as a four-city event series\, allowing attendees to join the location most convenient for their region while experiencing the same technical program and exhibition. \n  \nVisit Control Station at the Booth\nStop by the Control Station booth to learn how process manufacturers are using LOOP-PRO® and PlantESP® to: \n\n\nDetect oscillations and loop interactions \n\n\nImprove PID tuning accuracy \n\n\nReduce process variability \n\n\nIncrease controller stability \n\n\nLink control performance to operational KPIs \n\n\nOur engineers will be available to discuss real-world applications in chemicals\, oil & gas\, power\, food & beverage\, mining\, and other continuous process industries. \n\n \nAbout Routeco Live\nRouteco Live is a UK-based automation event series held at multiple locations\, featuring expert talks\, hands-on demonstrations\, and exhibits from leading automation suppliers. The program highlights technologies related to robotics\, digital transformation\, cybersecurity\, modernization\, and advanced control solutions used in today’s industrial facilities. \n\n	\n	Add to calendar	\n		\n	\n \n\n\n	Google Calendar\n\n\n	iCalendar\n\n\n	Outlook 365\n\n\n	Outlook Live
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/routeco-live-2026/
LOCATION:United Kingdom\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Tradeshows
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UID:37184-1776765600-1776769200@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Pass or Fail: How Benchmarking Your Plant's Performance Reveals the Right Path Forward
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URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/980704350198845024#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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UID:37137-1778486400-1778760000@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-11/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
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UID:37183-1779184800-1779188400@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:No More Trial-and-Error: Which Loop Tuning Method Provides the Simplest\, Fastest Path to Optimization?
DESCRIPTION:Whether the goal is Set Point Tracking\, Disturbance Rejection\, or something more specialized\, PID tuning must always align with a specific control objective. Without the right tools\, tuning can quickly devolve into excessive trial-and-error—wasting time\, disrupting operations\, and producing inconsistent results. This webinar examines IMC relative to other popular tuning methods like Ziegler-Nichols and assesses them in terms of intuitiveness\, speed\, and consistency of results across a wide range of processes. \nIntended for controls engineers\, this session will reveal: \n\nWhat differentiates IMC Tuning from Ziegler–Nichols and other common methods\, and why those differences matter.\nHow IMC dramatically reduces trial-and-error\, accelerating tuning and minimizing production impact.\nHow IMC makes it easy to generate tuning parameters that align with each loop’s unique control objective\, from tracking to disturbance rejection.\n\nJoin us to discover why IMC Tuning is one of the most effective and reliable approaches for modern PID optimization. Register now to elevate your facility’s tuning strategy and improve process performance.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8222284743312970584#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T120000
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UID:37130-1780387200-1780660800@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-4/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20260319T131622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T131958Z
UID:37407-1781136000-1781308799@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Digital Oil & Gas Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:Control Station at Digital Oil & Gas Summit 2026\n  \nControl Station will participate in the Digital Oil & Gas Summit 2026\, a high-level industry event focused on digital transformation\, automation\, and data-driven optimization across the energy sector. The summit brings together senior leaders\, engineers\, and technology providers to discuss practical strategies for improving operational performance through advanced analytics\, industrial IoT\, and automation technologies. \nThe event is designed to foster collaboration between operators and solution providers through technical discussions\, networking sessions\, and technology showcases addressing the evolving challenges of upstream\, midstream\, and downstream operations. \nControl Station will be exhibiting at the conference and will be available to discuss proven methods for improving regulatory control performance\, reducing variability\, and increasing process stability using model-based PID tuning and control loop performance monitoring. \n\n \nVisit Control Station at the Booth\nStop by the Control Station booth to learn how manufacturers and energy producers are using LOOP-PRO®\, PlantESP®\, and model-based tuning technologies to: \n\n\nIdentify poorly performing PID loops \n\n\nReduce process variability and oscillations \n\n\nImprove disturbance rejection \n\n\nMinimize operator intervention \n\n\nIncrease throughput while maintaining stability \n\n\nOur engineers will be available to discuss real-world applications in refining\, petrochemicals\, LNG\, pipelines\, and other continuous process operations. \n  \nAbout Digital Oil & Gas Summit\nThe Digital Oil & Gas Summit is an invitation-only event that brings together industry leaders and technology providers to explore how digitalization\, automation\, AI\, and Industrial IoT are transforming oil and gas operations. The program focuses on practical solutions that improve efficiency\, reliability\, and decision-making across the energy value chain. \n\n	\n	Add to calendar	\n		\n	\n \n\n\n	Google Calendar\n\n\n	iCalendar\n\n\n	Outlook 365\n\n\n	Outlook Live
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/digital-oil-and-gas-summit-2026/
LOCATION:Madrid\, Spain\, Madrid\, Spain
CATEGORIES:Tradeshows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000
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CREATED:20251117T170754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T162018Z
UID:37185-1781604000-1781607600@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Steady Under Stress: How to Tune PID Loops for Better Disturbance Rejection
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers to process manufacturing often assume that the main goal of PID control is tight Set Point tracking. In reality\, many industrial processes require something quite different—tuning the PID for strong disturbance rejection. Understanding this distinction is essential for achieving stable\, reliable\, and predictable control. This session introduces attendees to this alternative tuning strategy and demonstrates how to systematically configure PID loops to minimize the impact of real-world disturbances. \nDesigned for individuals new to industrial process control or those seeking a practical refresher\, this webinar will help participants: \n\nRecognize when disturbance rejection—not Set Point tracking—is the dominant control objective.\nApply tuning techniques tailored specifically for disturbance-focused performance.\nConfigure control loops in a structured\, repeatable way to ensure stability and robust operation.\n\nExpand your process control knowledge and learn how to use PID tuning to proactively mitigate disturbances. Register today and strengthen your foundation in modern control strategies.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6944626943069830495#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260629T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260702T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20260217T165511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T174350Z
UID:37303-1782720000-1782993600@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-14/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251117T171048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T163020Z
UID:37186-1784628000-1784631600@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Moving Beyond Maintenance Mode: Scalable Strategies for Plant-Wide PID Performance Optimization
DESCRIPTION:If your facility has only a few dozen PID loops\, monitoring and optimizing them is manageable. But when the loop count climbs into the hundreds—or even thousands—most engineers shift from optimization to simply “keeping things running.” The result? Countless opportunities for performance improvement remain hidden in plain sight. \nThe good news: your historian already contains the data you need… if you know where to find it and how to interpret it. This webinar reveals how everyday operating data—often overlooked—can be transformed into powerful insights for plantwide optimization. \nDesigned for plant managers and process engineers\, this session will show you: \n\nHow routine output changes and Set Point adjustments contain valuable\, untapped optimization opportunities.\nHow to generate large numbers of process models and tune loops—without performing a single bump test.\nHow aggregated model statistics reveal deeper insights into process behavior and control effectiveness across your plant.\n\nUnlock the hidden value in your historian and learn how to scale optimization across hundreds of loops. Register now to drive measurable improvements in process performance and profitability.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6129665626027424605#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251104T165844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T190941Z
UID:37131-1785225600-1785499200@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-5/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251104T165642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T185306Z
UID:37124-1786366800-1786381200@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:LOOP-PRO Tuner Primer
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/loop-pro-tuner-primer-8/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T100000
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CREATED:20251117T171503Z
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UID:37187-1787047200-1787050800@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:When Loops Collide: Overcoming the Challenges of Interacting PID Controllers
DESCRIPTION:Tuning a single PID controller is challenging enough—but when multiple loops interact\, achieving stable\, predictable performance becomes exponentially more difficult. A loop you just tuned may suddenly destabilize because another loop is influencing it. Understanding and managing these interactions is essential for maintaining reliable process control in complex industrial systems. \nThis webinar explores the dynamics of loop interaction and presents proven strategies for diagnosing issues and tuning controllers for consistent\, optimized performance. \nDesigned for process and controls engineers\, this session will help you: \n\nUnderstand the root causes and behaviors of interacting PID loops\, including cross-coupling and system-level effects.\nApply diagnostic techniques to identify and isolate interaction-driven problems within your control architecture.\nUse practical tuning and configuration methods to compensate for loop interaction and restore stable control.\n\nTake control of multi-loop systems and avoid performance degradation caused by interaction. Register now to learn how to minimize its impact and improve overall PID loop performance.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/598062209104992855#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251104T165845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T191902Z
UID:37132-1788249600-1788523200@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-6/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://controlstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Morning-EST.webp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251117T171751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T164557Z
UID:37188-1789466400-1789470000@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:From Blind Spots to Insights: The Case for Data-Driven Analysis and Plant-Wide Controller Performance Audits
DESCRIPTION:“What you don’t know can’t hurt you” is a dangerous mindset—especially when it comes to your facility’s PID controller performance. Overlooking controller issues can lead to instability\, increased variability\, equipment stress\, and unexpected production losses. \nThis webinar introduces a proven methodology for conducting comprehensive PID performance audits and shows how data-driven analysis can uncover tuning deficiencies\, oscillatory loops\, and interaction problems that quietly undermine plant performance. \nDesigned for corporate and plant managers\, this session will equip you to: \n\nPerform a structured\, data-driven PID performance audit using data that you probably already capture.\nIdentify tuning weaknesses\, oscillations\, and interaction issues the effects of which are routinely overlooked or minimized.\nTranslate audit findings into targeted corrective actions that improve reliability\, stability\, and overall process performance\n\nLearn how plant-wide controller assessments can prevent costly disruptions and boost operational efficiency. Register now to gain the skills needed to evaluate and elevate your facility’s control performance.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/427547746846248021#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251104T170246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T191824Z
UID:37138-1789977600-1790251200@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-12/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20260319T125945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T132217Z
UID:37403-1790467200-1790726399@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:ISA Automation Summit & Expo 2026
DESCRIPTION:Control Station at ISA Automation Summit & Expo 2026\nControl Station will participate in the ISA Automation Summit & Expo 2026\, hosted by the International Society of Automation (ISA)\, taking place September 27–29\, 2026 in Lake Buena Vista\, Florida\, USA. The event brings together automation professionals\, control engineers\, and industry leaders to explore new technologies\, attend technical sessions\, and share best practices in industrial automation\, process control\, and operational technology. \nDuring this year’s conference\, Dr. Bob Rice\, Vice President of Engineering at Control Station\, will deliver a technical presentation focused on practical strategies for tuning interacting PID control loops in real industrial environments. \nAbout ISA Automation Summit & Expo\nThe ISA Automation Summit & Expo is a premier event for the automation community\, featuring technical sessions\, training courses\, workshops\, and an exhibition showcasing solutions in process control\, instrumentation\, cybersecurity\, and industrial digitalization. The conference provides a forum for engineers and industry experts to exchange knowledge and learn proven methods for improving plant performance and reliability. \n\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/isa-automation-2026/
LOCATION:Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin\, Lake Buena Vista\, Florida\, 1200 Epcot Resorts Blvd\, Lake Buena Vista\, FL 32830\, Lake Buena Vista\, FL\, FL 32830\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tradeshows
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251104T165642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T190142Z
UID:37126-1790668800-1790942400@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Essentials of PlantESP LPM
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/essentials-of-plantesp-lpm-2/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://controlstation.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Morning-EST.webp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T015043
CREATED:20251104T170045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T191747Z
UID:37133-1791878400-1792152000@controlstation.com
SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-7/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Smarter PID Tuning Starts Here: Overcoming the Limitations of Manual Controller Tuning
DESCRIPTION:Manual PID tuning remains common—and Control Station even teaches a repeatable\, calculator-based approach for estimating models and tuning coefficients. But relying on trend estimates and slope calculations can be imprecise\, time-consuming\, and disruptive. Without visibility into the controller’s predicted response\, tuning often requires multiple iterations that slow down operations and impact production. \nInnovations in process modeling effectively eliminate these challenges by generating accurate models from real operating data\, even when noisy or oscillatory\, and by validating PID performance before parameters are put into service. \nIntended for individuals responsible for PID loop tuning\, this session will equip you to: \n\nUnderstand why manual tuning frequently leads to inaccurate results\, repeated adjustments\, and prolonged performance disruptions.\nLearn how an innovative modeling approach develops reliable models and optimal tuning parameters—even from imperfect data.\nSee how modeling eliminates issues by simulating the PID response prior to implementation\, ensuring first-time-right optimization.\n\nDiscover the hidden costs of manual tuning and how NSS accelerates plant-wide control improvement. Register now to streamline your tuning workflow and improve process performance.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6267470716871526751#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T130000
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SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-8/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Automation Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:Control Station at AiChE 2026\n\nDates: April 14 – 16\, 2026\nLocation: Hilton Americas–Houston\nRoom 335 A\nSpeaker: Dr. Chris Chritie – Director of Services\, Control Station\nPresentation Time: 2:14 pm – 2:36 pm\nTitle: Advancing Process Optimization Through Overall Controller Effectiveness: A Novel Metric for Evaluating PID Performance.\nTake-Away: OCE provides a simple\, scalable metric for evaluating PID performance and links controller effectiveness to plant-wide efficiency\, reliability\, and other smart manufacturing goals.\n\nAbout the Event\nControl Station will participate in the AIChE Spring Meeting and Global Congress on Process Safety 2026\, one of the most important technical conferences for chemical and process engineers. The event will take place April 12–16\, 2026 in Houston\, Texas\, at the Hilton Americas–Houston and the George R. Brown Convention Center\, bringing together industry professionals to discuss innovations in process optimization\, automation\, safety\, and emerging technologies.\nTechnical Presentation\nAs part of the conference program\, Chris Christie\, PhD\, will present new work focused on improving the way industrial PID loop performance is evaluated. \n\n\n\n\n\nAdd to calendar \n \n\nGoogle Calendar\niCalendar\nOutlook 365\nOutlook Live
URL:https://controlstation.com/event/automation-fair-2026/
LOCATION:Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center\, 415 Summer St\, Boston\, MA\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tradeshows
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SUMMARY:Measuring What Matters: A Faster Way of Isolating PID Control Loops that Undermine Production and Profit
DESCRIPTION:For decades\, discrete manufacturers have relied on Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) to identify underperforming machines. As a normalized metric\, OEE can be applied consistently across individual assets\, production lines\, or entire cells. When a line’s OEE drops\, the math makes it easy to isolate the specific machine or asset dragging performance down. \nProcess manufacturers can apply this same powerful concept to PID controller performance—enabling objective benchmarking\, rapid root cause analysis\, and smarter optimization decisions. \nIntended for corporate and plant managers\, this session will equip participants to: \n\nUnderstand how the OEE framework can be applied to assessing controller performance at the loop\, unit\, and plant levels.\nUse this method pinpoints underperforming controllers and identifies root causes\, including tuning issues\, equipment problems\, or process changes.\nLeverage new KPI insights to prioritize improvements and drive plant-wide performance gains using a data-driven\, OEE-style approach.\n\nSee how applying proven OEE concepts to process control can simplify optimization and improve operational effectiveness. Register now to learn why leading manufacturers are embracing a new method.
URL:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4850608147482198107#new_tab
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Public Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261123T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261126T120000
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SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-13/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Techniques for Applied Process Control
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URL:https://controlstation.com/event/techniques-for-applied-process-control-9/
LOCATION:Interactive Online Learning
CATEGORIES:Training
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