Jennifer McPhail
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Jennifer McPhail

  • Automating Remote or Hazardous Inspection with Agile Mobile Robots

    Sponsored by:
    Boston Dynamics

    Power utilities are increasingly turning to agile mobile robots to streamline day to day operations by handling time consuming and hazardous inspection tasks. These remarkably capable robots can navigate stairs, curbs, and rough terrain with ease, and can be equipped with a range of sensors and cameras to read gauges and detect leaks, thermal hotspots, […]

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  • How Companies Can Incorporate Energy Solutions to Power a More Sustainable Future

    Sponsored by:
    Shell ENERGY

    Many companies have sustainability goals. So, what is the best way to navigate towards cleaner, more efficient energy solutions while not breaking the bank? This session will include case studies that detail what some leading companies have done to successfully walk the tightrope to a more sustainable future. Solutions include adding solar plus storage; implementing […]

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  • How New FERC Regulations Could Transform the Utility Business

    Sponsored by:
    FORTRESS Information Security & Workiva

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has rolled out significant orders over the past few years that could leave a lasting impact on the clean energy transition and their supply chains. But keeping up with the commission’s orders can be a challenge. In this webinar, three experts will provide key insight on recent and forthcoming […]

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  • Reducing O&M Spend Through Automated Predictive Diagnostics

    Sponsored by:
    EMERSON

    Join us for a review of a recent case study that describes how a power generator reduced O&M costs using automated predictive diagnostics. We will also give examples of how proactive identification and diagnosis of vibration issues can help power generators determine if equipment can continue to operate reliably if outages are delayed due to […]

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  • How Protecting SAIFI Metrics & Customers Improved So Much More

    Sponsored by:
    aggreko

    Learn about a specific project where National Grid was looking to take care of their customers and protect their SAIFI metrics, during an environmental management plan, when they realized they could expedite grid resiliency, protect capital employment, and improve capital productivity.

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  • Performance Improvements in Fossil Fuel Power Plants with Multivariable Model – Predictive Controls and Artificial Intelligence

    Sponsored by:
    AVEVA

    Power Generation operations are constantly challenged with improving efficiency and increasing ramp rates while decreasing emissions. Real-time combustion optimization using multivariable model predictive control technology can help address these challenges by utilizing the full process capabilities consistently. Heat rate improvements of up to 1%, ramp rate increases of up to 5x and up to 30% […]

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  • Advantages of Ultrasonic Flow Meters in Combined Cycle Power Plants

    Sponsored by:
    FLEXIM

    Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT) are becoming one of the backbones of power production in the United States and the World.  The reasons for their increase in popularity are the decline of operating coal fired plants and the cost of natural gas.  Recently natural gas fired plants over took the coal fired plants capacity here […]

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  • Ultrapure Water Analysis: 4 Critical Considerations for Key Parameters

    Sponsored by:
    HACH

    Ultrapure water analysis is challenging to establish and maintain a stable and consistent reading. But are you being challenged to deliver the highest levels of water purity for your application without the right tools? We’ll cover the critical 4 parameters (Silica, Sodium, pH and DO) that can be measured online so you can achieve your […]

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  • New Hydrogen Safety and Leakage Detection Technologies

    Sponsored by:
    Nitto

    Hydrogen is frequently used as the cooling medium in large electric generators because of its excellent heat transfer capabilities, and its low density, resulting in generator higher efficiency. Hydrogen is also rapidly advancing as a fossil-free fuel source with the world’s first Hydrogen powered steel plant recently coming online. However, important Safety Practices must be […]

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  • Best Practice Series: Optimize efficiency, meet compliance challenges and protect other equipment through the use of the proper type of heat exchangers

    Sponsored by:
    Standard Xchange

    Given today’s challenging regulatory and economic landscape, the power generation industry is placing increased emphasis on sustainability goals and energy efficiency, as well as having to do more with less staff and reduced operating budgets. Against this backdrop, plant managers are missing significant opportunities to optimize energy efficiency and reduce operational costs and water usage […]

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