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01 Oct 2024Mining and MetalsSolving structural vibration issues
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10 Jun 2024Power and RenewablesEnhancing process optimization with control loop performance monitoring
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Maxym Lachance, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Process Control and Operational Technology
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06 Dec 2023Power and RenewablesDeveloping a reliable mining decarbonization plan
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Dave Olsthoorn, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.
Engineer, Energy and Air Quality
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14 Dec 2022Power and RenewablesImplementing a production management and monitoring system: the importance of preliminary studies
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Branko Radulovic, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Operational Technology and Infrastructure
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Power and RenewablesHigh-voltage substation digitalization
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21 Feb 2022Power and RenewablesMigrating a distributed control system: modernizing industrial controllers and I/O boards
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02 Dec 2021Power and RenewablesMetal powder production: OHS risks first!
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Benoit Desjardins, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
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26 Nov 2021Power and RenewablesCommon pitfalls when mapping a process
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15 Nov 2021Other industriesMigrating a distributed control system (DCS): upgrading computer-aided HMI
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Steve Berteau, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Control Systems Programming
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Industrial automation
Digital transformation is driving industrial companies to rethink their work methods and take advantage of new operational technologies. There’s a growing trend toward centralizing control rooms to bring multiple functions together in one environment and optimize cohesion among the various operational groups.
Industrial automation
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Your challenges
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Centralize your control rooms, make more informed decisions
It’s common to find a lack of communication and insight among operational groups when faced with a given situation, as everyone is making decisions on their own without considering the collateral impacts. Obviously, you want to break down the silos and unify your processes.
The first step will be to automate processes to remove the need for local action. Then, by consolidating your various control systems into a central decision-making point, you can make joint upstream and downstream decisions, ensuring better operational continuity.
Valuing the role of your operators
You want to mitigate your risk of human error, downtime, inconsistencies and repetitive operator tasks. By implementing decision support systems, you’ll help your operators make better use of their time and optimize their focus. The same goes for onboarding your new employees, who’ll be more efficient quickly thanks to a simple, agile and, above all, safe transfer of skills.
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Our approach
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Our teams: creating value for your operations
With their vast experience in the industrial field, our experts address all critical aspects of your projects: network integration, data acquisition, machine safety, compliance with standards, process safety and much more. As experienced integrators, they’ll create value quickly and efficiently to maximize your investments in technology.
Automated conversion and migration for faster commissioning
BBA developed a unique tool to automate the conversion and migration of obsolete DCS and PLC control systems to new technology platforms. Our innovative approach minimizes human intervention, resulting in a more reliable and higher quality converted product. Another significant advantage is that the commissioning time is considerably faster than with conventional methods.
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Solutions we offer