Q: How does Operations Monitoring improve plant performance?A: Through systematic monitoring of plant performance, Operations Monitoring tracks operating performance against set targets. This will bring problem areas to your attention by highlighting any deviations from target values.
Q: Will Operations Monitoring work in my paper mill?A: Yes. The software can be used anywhere in the process industries when the operating plan consists of numerical targets and comments.
Q: How does Operations Monitoring reduce the number of plant incidents?A: Operations Monitoring monitors measured and calculated process tags against limits, such as safe operating, safety, environmental, and corrosion. These tags have common characteristics that do not change often, and have safety, environmental or maintenance implications if they are violated.
Q: Can Operations Monitoring be used for real-time monitoring?A: Operations Monitoring is typically used to check process data against targets every few minutes. It is well suited for monitoring throughout a shift, and for use as part of the shift handover process. Operations Monitoring does not replace alarm systems or real-time alert systems when detection and response is needed in a matter of seconds.
Q: Can users see historical results?A: Yes. Operations Monitoring stores its data in a relational database, and results can be retained online for years. Standard reports are available that show summarized monitoring results for months or years.
Q: What if a user currently employs Honeywell’s Uniformance PHD system for a process. Does Operations Monitoring work with it?A: Yes. Operations Monitoring monitors PHD tags and can be configured to store monitoring limits in PHD. The same tools are used for configuration, which provides a familiar environment for users and reduces support requirements.