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  • ISA Birmingham Section November Meeting

    By: Gerald Wilbanks Gerald Wilbanks , one month ago

    Join us at Revere Control Systems for the November ISA Birmingham Technical Meeting and find out how these two powerhouse technologies can revolutionize industrial operations! πŸŒβš™οΈ

    🎯 November ISA Birmingham Technical Meeting @ Revere Control Systems
    πŸ“… Date: Nov. 11 πŸ•• Time: 5:30 PMπŸ“ Location: 5201 Princeton Way Hoover, AL 35226

    πŸ’‘ Topic: How Can Advanced Process Control Strategies Co-Exist with a Digital Twin?
    πŸ‘€ Speaker: Richard J. Van Fleet, Andritz Corp., ISA Fellow

    πŸš€ Abstract:
    Digital Twin (DT) technology delivers advanced modeling and simulation for process optimization, while Advanced Process Control (APC) uses Model Predictive Control (MPC) and Real-Time Optimization (RTO) for immediate, data-driven performance.

    Rather than competing, they complement one another:
    πŸ”Ή APC β†’ Proven, mature, cost-effective, and seamlessly integrates with existing DCS infrastructure.
    πŸ”Ή Digital Twin β†’ Continuously updated virtual representation that enhances prediction, analytics, and control.

    Together they drive smarter, more efficient, and sustainable industrial operations. 🌍

    πŸ‘¨β€πŸ”¬ About the Speaker:
    Richard J. Van Fleet brings over 40 years of process automation expertise.
    πŸŽ“ B.Sc. Applied Chemistry β€“ University of Waterloo
    πŸŽ“ M.S. Cybersecurity β€“ Grand Canyon University
    🏒 Former Global Pulping APC Product Manager at Honeywell
    🧠 Holds 4 U.S. patents for inline sensor and MPC refiner controls
    πŸ… ISA Fellow (2020) | Distinguished Service Award (1989) | Past President of multiple ISA Sections

    β˜• Networking & Refreshments: 5 PM
    🎀 Technical Presentation: 5:30PM

    πŸ”₯ Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with fellow automation professionals and explore how real-time control meets digital intelligence.