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The operating profiles of traditional generators has changed to manage the variability of renewable resources. Several critical processes were not engineered to manage these highly variable operating profiles

Digital transformation improves plant availability and enhances MEAG Power’s diverse generation fleet PITTSBURGH (Dec. 8, 2021) — The Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia (MEAG Power) has selected Emerson (NYSE:EMR), a global software, technology and engineering leader, to modernize and optimize operations at its Wansley Unit 9 combined cycle power plant. MEAG Power’s investment is critical […]

Emerson’s Greenlee team facilitated the field study designed to further enhance worker safety ROCKFORD, Ill. (November 30, 2021) – Greenlee, part of Emerson’s professional tools portfolio, is helping municipal utility workers in Knoxville, Tenn. learn how they can benefit from ergonomic health and safety on the job. Greenlee, an industry leader in tools with applied […]

Emerson Electric Co. said it will merge its software business with rival Aspen Technology (AspenTech) in an $11 billion deal that will bring together both companies’ expertise in industrial software applications. It’s the latest move by Emerson to support the rapid growth of digitization in the power generation industry. “We saw an attractive opportunity to […]

The journey to net zero, powered by aggressive decarbonization to achieve sustainability goals, is accelerating transformation of the energy landscape. Efficient and reliable grid management is becoming more complex as renewable and distributed energy resources are increasingly added to the power network. Overcoming this complexity requires innovative software and technologies that dynamically manage power generation, […]

Analytics has the potential to deliver an economic impact of between $4 trillion and $11 trillion by 2025, according to McKinsey & Company. It presents a massive opportunity, but also massive confusion. Where to start? How to start? What models to apply where? What types of problems can analytics solve? Advanced analytics can transition power […]

Thermal power remains vital to global energy, but operators face mounting pressure: tighter emissions standards, rising fuel costs, and the need for greater flexibility. Success now depends on smarter technologies and integrated strategies. Explore this e-book to find best practices, expert tips, and resource links to help you implement key solutions for thermal power projects. […]

Digital transformation is a buzzword that we often hear but may not fully understand as the concept can come across as complex and confusing. But it doesn’t have to be. Transformations are no longer the promise of a concept but a reality that can happen at any time by taking simple, small steps in the […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has unearthed a number of challenges for power plant managers. However, technology exists to keep workers safe. Through the use of Location Anchors and WirelessHART infrastructure

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 […]

The Department of Energy (DOE) will issue a notice of proposed rule-making (NOPR) to implement President Trump’s broad bulk power system (BPS) security executive order (EO) “later this fall,” a DOE official confirmed to POWER on Oct. 5. Though the NOPR is delayed beyond the 150-day timeframe set by the EO, various BPS stakeholders are […]

Patented QuickChange System™ increases tool versatility on the job ROCKFORD, Ill. (August 3, 2020) – Electrical workers searching for versatility with a multi-functional tool to cut wire, crimp connectors and punch electrical panels now have a practical option with the new Greenlee GRE-6 Interchangeable Head 6-in-1 Cable Termination Tool, powered by a Makita® battery. The […]

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania (August 3, 2020) — Emerson (NYSE: EMR) and Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas (MHPS) are joining forces again to develop digital technologies, software and services to help utility customers drive operational excellence in North America. The companies will collaborate on digital solutions to optimize performance and reliability, enable predictive and AI-driven maintenance strategies, […]

The composition and heating values of fuel gas can vary from one moment in time to another. Using a Coriolis flow meter to obtain a mass flow measurement, rather than relying on a standard volume flow

Magnetic flow meter technology is an optimal tool for wastewater processing, which can apply across power generating facilities that require water for cooling, steam, or other applications. In recent years the

RXi industrial displays are vivid, responsive and modular, delivering high performance even in harsh and difficult operating environments CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (Jan. 27, 2020) — Emerson has released the new portfolio of RXi industrial display and panel PC products for monitoring, visualizing and enhancing everyday production processes in life sciences, metals and mining, power and water, […]

Partner Content: Curious about opportunities for digital transformation in the power industry? Emerson’s wireless solutions can help you quickly and easily implement new monitoring processes. Watch the video now to see the top five applications for digitalization. Get more information on the top five applications for digital transformation in the Power industry.

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technologies can help make electric generating plants more efficient while increasing availability. The electric power industry is going through a transformational change

POWER was at the POWERGEN International exhibition and summit, which was held in New Orleans, Louisiana, Nov. 19–21, 2019. Among the experts we met with at the show were Paul Browning, CEO of Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems Americas; Chris Mieckowski, director of global solutions marketing and strategy with Siemens; Robert Yeager, president of Emerson’s Power […]

The POWERGEN International exhibition and summit—one of the world’s largest power-industry events with more than 750 exhibitors—was held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, Nov. 19–21, 2019. POWER was there (Figure 1) to connect with leaders from the industry and report on the latest news from the show. Hot topics […]

Wireless pressure gauges keep nine continuous emissions monitoring systems operating reliably, and wireless position monitoring helps close the loop on 90 control valves. Existing operations in power plants

Turbine control manufacturers often suggest retrofit projects are the only viable strategy to resolve control system end-of-life or obsolescence issues. But do plant operators really need to upgrade turbine

Boiler feedwater valves operate under severe service conditions and are subject to premature failure from seat leakage, cavitation, particulates, and frequent cycling. However, once the type and root cause of

The right level instrumentation is key to keeping boilers on an even keel. Guided-wave radar offers a critical combination of capabilities. If asked to make a short list of factors able to improve heat rate

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could travel in time? From space travel and self-driving vehicles to video calls and virtual reality, innovations in technology continue to push the boundary between science fiction and science fact. In the power industry, we are witnessing a dramatic transformation, as wireless networking technologies drive advancements in the Internet […]

Digital technology is everywhere today including in most power plants. Computer hardware and software are changing the way plants are operated and maintained. Many technology experts will tell you that

PlexPower™ designs are faster to install and easier to maintain and operate than traditional cast motor starters resulting in a 73% lower total cost of ownership ROSEMONT, ILL, AUGUST 9, 2018 — Emerson today introduced a cost-effective, easy-to-install and simple-to-operate alternative to traditional cast and bolted motor starters in the form of its new Appleton® […]

Engineers from several companies have worked on upgrades to the technology, including designs that emphasize faster starts, quicker ramp-ups, increased efficiency, and better performance in a tight global

Global technology and engineering giant Emerson renewed its bid for a $29 billion takeover of Rockwell Automation, the world’s largest dedicated industrial automation firm, saying it remained “convinced” a merger of the companies offered “compelling strategic, operational, and financial merit.” Emerson Chairman and CEO David Farr on November 16 sent Rockwell’s president and CEO, Blake […]

Continuous condition-based monitoring of electrical conductors and insulation is an effective way to reduce required plant maintenance activities, cut operating costs, and prevent unplanned shutdowns