| Being smart about smart meters |
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06 November, 2016 |
| Although they're usually found in our homes, smart meters are also becoming commonplace in both commercial and industrial applications. It’s understandable as to why – indicating not only how much energy is being used, but also how much is being wasted at the expense of a business. Steve Hughes, managing director of power quality specialist REO UK, believes that smart meters are a smart investment for businesses and how they help to overcome power quality challenges.
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| Whistle blowing strengthens public trust in chemical engineering |
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19 January, 2016 |
| A recent amendment to the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Code of Conduct has made whistle blowing a mandatory duty of chemical engineers that belong to IChemE. This has been implemented to strengthen public trust in the profession, and provide support to engineers who come across illegal practices. |
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| Protecting your production line from malware and hackers |
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19 January, 2016 |
| Back in June 2010, malware computer programme Stuxnet hit the headlines as the first computer worm to target modern supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) and programmable logic controller (PLC) systems. Industrial control system (ICS) users became aware of how software hackers and malware could affect operation. Back then, you'd be forgiven for thinking that as a regular ICS or SCADA user, you had nothing to worry about. Five years on, everything has changed. |
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| Don’t let harmonics get you down |
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05 January, 2016 |
| To help engineers and facilities managers that might be considering commissioning or replacing harmonic filters in the new year, supply and repair specialist CP Automation has published an article on what to keep in mind before making a purchasing decision. |
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