Interactive Control

We review basics concepts, current challenges and how to manage cybersecurity for controls systems.

Topics include examples of problems related to cost management, availability qualified personnel and, of course, obsolescence and cybersecurity. 

This episode is the conclusion of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about System Reliability with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and Load Flexibility.

This episode is part 3 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Load Flexibility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Combustion Versatility, and System Reliability.

This episode is part 2 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Combustion Versatility with my guest Bob Bellis. Other topics covered in this series are Startup Agility, Load Flexibility, and System Reliability.

This episode is part 1 of a 4-part series on Advanced Turbine Controls. In this episode I talk about Startup Agility with my guest Bob Bellis. Topics covered include changing role of turbine startup, benefits of fast start and startup assurance, relationship to ancillary services, and considerations for simple cycle vs combined cycle plants.

In this episode I discuss different Control Service Offerings with my guest Robert Lewis. Topics covered include Phone and Remote Support, Site Visits, Preventive Maintenance, Patching, and more.

In this episode I discuss controls project management and ways you can help your project run more smoothly with my guest Brett Maclaren. Topics include Brett's experience as a nuclear submarine officer, responsibilities of a controls project manager, as well as common challenges and advice for controls projects.

In this episode I discuss ways to maximize profits while reducing emissions in cogeneration operations with my guests, Ben Janvier and Mike Schoof.

In this episode I discuss how parts management can reduce your operational risks with my guest, Brad Shochat. Topics covered include cost vs risk tradeoffs, on site spares and alternatives, non-new electronics options, cybersecurity for parts, and more.