ProNamics services are designed to maximize economic returns. The surveys are focused on increasing production efficiency, reducing operating costs and improving product uniformity. We will maximize the value of your control loop investment.







Process Control Optimization
& Troubleshooting
Remote Control Loop Troubleshooting
Send us your control loop problem and we will evaluate the problem and determine if we can provide a solution . If we can, we will work with you to conduct troubleshooting tests to determine the root cause. If Controller tuning is the problem we will determine new tuning constants. We will recommend improvements if the sensor or control valve is the source of the problem.

The objective is to help you achieve a fast, effective and inexpensive resolution to a control loop problem.

  • Appriciate the full value of the control loop
  • Optimizes the control loops performance.
  • Evaluates the control loop components performance and maintenance
    •


    Process Control Optimization & Troubleshooting
    The primary objective of the optimization survey is to identify the sources of product variability and process efficiency problems. The survey focuses on improvements to process and control strategy design as well as regulatory loop optimization. Process issues such as poor tank mixing, pipeline design flaws, hydraulic limitations, and pressure pulsations are evaluated. Improvements are implemented where possible.

  • Improves production efficiency and product quality
  • Reduces process area operating costs.
  • Increases process area throughput.
    •

    Loop Monitoring System Assistance
    ProNamics Loop Monitoring System Optimization Program can play an important role in helping the mill realize the full benefit of these systems in the following areas.
    • Establish realistic and achievable loop performance standards
    • Improve the troubleshooting skills of E&I and process control personnel
    • Conduct Periodic Workshops to prioritize the Loop Monitoring system recommendations and document improvements
    Please refer to our Loop Monitoring System survey information sheet for further details.

    		Petroleum Pipeline Pressure Control Optimization & Troubleshooting
    ProNamics petroleum pipeline pressure control optimization services have resulted in dramatic improvements in line operation reducing line trips, manifold over pressure and maintenance. Our extensive knowledge of fluid dynamics, control valve dynamics and flow and pressure control have been integral to the successes achieved in our pipeline projects. Part of our ongoing projects with a major North American pipeline company is to validate the pressure control performance as determined by a dynamic simulation of the pipeline process.

  • Optimizes Pressure Control loop performance.
  • Improves maintenance efficiency.
  • Provides a benchmark for future troubleshooting.
  • Improves process performance through improved control performance.
    •

    Energy Consumption Optimization
    ProNamics is a BC Hydro Power Smart Alliance Member. Our field tools, which include power loggers, pressure transmitters and high speed data acquisition equipment, are used to document operating conditions, identify opportunities and quantify the benefits of proposed improvements.

    The first task of the survey is to produce an energy consumption map for each process system and operating condition. A list of action items aimed at reducing energy consumption and process variability will then be proposed. The energy consumption will be measured following implementation of the action items in order to quantify savings.


    Plant Process Control Optimization Management
    The objective of ProNamics process control management service is to assist you in establishing a sustainable process control optimization program. Improving process and control performance is a challenging, multidisciplinary task. The roadblocks can include equipment, management and skill deficiencies. The Operations, Engineering and Maintenance teams need to be involved to ensure success..

    ProNamics will work with you to develop a customized roadmap for improving process control performance. The initial tasks include selecting a core optimization team, identifying training and equipment needs, establishing a system to document changes and improvements, and developing a process and control audit plan. We will assist in managing the activities of the core team and developing action item implementation plans. Finally we will help you in documenting the benefits of the process control optimization activities to ensure sustainability.

    Return to Top