Matrikon Inc.

May, 2006

Alarm Management Webcast

Pulp & Paper Webcast Series

Tuesday, May 16, 2006

Part 2: Leverage multivariate data analysis technology to significantly improve paper machine OEE

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Has your process been operating as expected and then for no clear reason, efficiency drops off? Are you experiencing paper breaks and having a hard time finding the root causes?

By applying advanced asset condition monitoring technology, you can use the existing stored process data, to evaluate the interrelationships between operating variables and find those that are not operating within their normal ranges. Learn how to:

Learn how to:

  • Monitor key assets and production processes for problems
  • Identify under-performing equipment
  • Predict critical failures
  • Create Reports & notify the right people to take action
  • Use tools to diagnose problems, improve efficiency, and sustain results
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Pacesetting Technologies for the Paper Industry - 5 Part Wecast Series

Matrikon's critically acclaimed webcast program is proud to present Pacesetting Technologies for the Paper Industry. This five part webcast series is designed for pulp & paper companies who are looking for proven practices and results to improve to their operations.

Participants will discover how a world-class set of advanced data analysis and process control technologies will create a solution for a step-change in efficiency that will give their company a global competitive advantage.

Part 3:
Web-based Data Collaboration
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Part 4:
Alarm Rationalization
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Part 5:
Industrial Connectivity and Cyber Security
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Implementing Decision Support Portals based on Data Visualization Best Practices
Valuable information is hidden in the vast amounts of data being collected at today’s Process Industry facilities. Finding that information and presenting it to the right people is a significant challenge facing industry today.

Why are facilities concerned about turning this hidden data into actionable information? When done effectively, it enables corporations to make business and operational decisions faster, to respond to changes in the market, and to quickly address upset conditions.



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The purpose of OPC Genie technology is to standardize the way that information is broken up within the protocols and convert it to OPC. So, instead of contracting companies to write custom OPC interfaces, integrators can simply break-up their protocols using preprogrammed wizards.



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Case Studies

Sheet Break Reduction Initiative Yields Quantifiable Production Improvements for Abitibi
Abitibi was looking for a new sustainable method to improve the paper machine production. Over a nine-month period after the project was completed, Abitibi saw:
  • average production increased by 12%
  • Average downtime reduced by 37%
  • OEE increased by 8.3%

    Find out the details of this project.
    Read this case study


    Husky Builds Flexible Network with Standards Based OPC
    Different controller protocols in each of Husky's new generation of injection moulding equipment, made device communication expensive and time-consuming for customer who relied on third-party software solution vendors.Without the resources or expertise to write their own drivers, they could not change their monitoring software without losing their connectivity to the Husky equipment, and so were limited to the solution the vendor could offer.

    Discover how Husky eliminated this issue by standardizing on OPC.
    Read this case study




  • Global Workshop Schedule                                                              Certification Benefits

    • Prepare your plant for new regulations.
    • Successfully eliminate up to 75% of your alarms.
    • Improve safety standards while reducing downtime.
    • Learn strategies to prioritize and configure alarm settings.
    • Reduce alarm management implementation time by 30%.
    • Examine successful working solutions.
    AMSS Certification
    "Very clear, very interesting and very applicable."

    Eanette Maass
    Sasol Technology



    Global Workshop Schedule                                                              Certification Benefits

    • Quickly troubleshoot and diagnose Windows security problems
    • Solve system connectivity issues using field-tested OPC technology
    • Reduce integration time by learning to install, configure & test OPC
    • Improve system reliability using standards-based technology
    • Reduce long term ownership costs by building robust systems
    OPCSI Certification
    "Having a good instructor is always the key for the success of my training. Darek exceeded my expectation."

    Hong Won
    Honeywell


    Matrikon Valued Partners Event
    Partners for Success, Reaching New Heights

    Matrikon - One of North America's fastest growing Total Solution Providers for Integrated Industrial Intelligence is pleased to invite you to our Annual Users Group: Matrikon Valued Partners Event - MVP2006!

    MVP2006 promises to deliver an unequaled agenda of general and parallel track sessions that will include top executive level presentations, insightful panel discussions, actual case studies describing business benefits, and high quality technical content delivered at the solution showcase and hands-on demonstration sessions.

    MVP North America
    May 8 - 10, 2006
    The RimRock Resort Hotel
    Banff, AB, Canada
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    "In my view, this company is currently, well on its way to breaking the famed 1,000 people, $100M barrier I've often discussed."

    Jim Pinto is the founder (formerly President & CEO) of Action Instruments. He is a well-known industrial Automation.commentator, and analyst and consultant.

    Jim has traveled widely throughout the world, and has significant experience in the comparative study of American, European and Japanese Business cultures. He currently, serves as an international consultant in strategic business planning, marketing, commerce channel development, technology planning and acquisition strategy.

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    ABB Automation World - May 9-11, 2006
    ABB's Automation world is the premier Americas Region automation event for partnership and efficiency. This conference brings together ABB experts and users to share product and services information... Read More


    Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) 2006 Conference - May 14-17, 2006
    Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum (CIM) 2006 Conference includes an exceptional technical program; the Mining in Society show geared at developing appreciation and understanding... Read More


    PIMA Leadership Conference 2006 - May 21-24, 2006
    Paper Industry Management Association (PIMA) International Leadership Conference highlights the transformation in this industry and the paths companies have taken to both create and accommodate these... Read More


    ISA Safety Division - May 23-24, 2006
    Sponsored by the ISA Safety Division, the 2006 ISA Safety Symposium will provide an in-depth look at today's safety technologies and procedures. This event is intended to create a forum where leaders... Read More


    Matrikon’s Partner, ABB, Hosts 2nd International Safety Conference - May 30-31, 2006
    The conference will facilitate technology transfer, provide an occasion through presentations and facilitated workshops to challenge and learn how to balance the earnings vs. safety equation, and enable attendees to be better placed to ... Read More




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