Publications

01 Oct 2024
Mining and Metals

Solving structural vibration issues

A structure subjected to vibrational stresses can exhibit unexpected behaviour and may suffer rapid damage. For instance, some members far from the source of vibration may begin to vibrate significantly, a phenomenon known as resonance. When the vibration frequency of an external influence approaches the resonant frequency of the system under study—determined by the system's properties—it can lead to substantial displacements and even catastrophic structural failure.
30 Mar 2021
Mining and Metals

Rehabilitating an iron pellet indurating furnace
- Eric Moisan, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.
  
  Department Manager, Industrial and Hydro
23 Mar 2021
Mining and Metals

How to reduce plant noise levels
- Nicholas Allen, P.Eng.
  
  Engineer - Energy and Air Quality
22 Mar 2021
Mining and Metals

Risks associated with mining dam failure
16 Mar 2021
Mining and Metals

Managing your investment plan wisely
- Claude Catudal
  
  Senior Consulting Expert, Project Management and Control
03 Mar 2021
Power and Renewables

Industrial control system (ICS) cybersecurity risk methodology webinar

Many operators are not prepared for the changing cyber threats commonly encountered today. Unlike IT systems that can be easily refreshed and patched, industrial control system (ICS) assets face other unique challenges and solutions. Assessments for cyber risks of enterprise IT environments are relatively mature and many industry standards can be used. Unfortunately, cyber risk assessments for ICS environments are still far from maturity. Many companies are unfamiliar with the cyber-related vulnerabilities, threats and risks to their field operations.
José Alvarado

Director, ICS Cybersecurity
02 Mar 2021
Mining and Metals

Mining dam safety review
22 Feb 2021
Power and Renewables

A piecemeal 4.0 approach? Really?
- Jean-François Beaulieu
  
  Director, Digital Consultant
09 Feb 2021
Mining and Metals

Flow issues in silos and bins
08 Feb 2021
Power and Renewables

A procedural overview of urban or sensitive-area blasting practices
- Riccardo Del Bosco, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Mining
01 Feb 2021
Power and Renewables

Excitation system upgrades: make the right choice!

Excitation systems are a critical part of most power generation processes. Indeed, exciters are responsible for providing stable voltage levels and proper reactive power management, but also ensure adequate transient response to network perturbations (inrush, faults, etc.), in combination with speed regulation systems (governors).
Léo Roy, P.Eng.

Senior Engineer, Electrical
25 Jan 2021
Power and Renewables

Design and commissioning of a massive IEC61850 multivendor substation automation project: a twisted path
22 Jan 2021
Other industries

Migrating a distributed control system (DCS)
14 Jan 2021
Power and Renewables

Environmental considerations for dam decommissioning – Part 1: Sediment management
07 Jan 2021
Power and Renewables

Local access of ICS devices: a cybersecurity perspective
- Shayne Casavant, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, ICS Cybersecurity
09 Dec 2020
Power and Renewables

Segmenting a network for increased reliability and security

We all have experienced browsing the internet at home when the connection speed has slowed to a crawl. This might be because your child has started a session of World of Warcraft or your spouse, or even the neighbor down the street, is streaming a movie. They have taken over all available bandwidth, leaving you waiting and wondering how long it will take to update your web page. Now imagine if this scenario were to happen on an industrial control system at a substation, a refinery or even a nuclear power plant. The results could be disastrous.
09 Dec 2020
Power and Renewables

Cybersecurity tool integration challenges with IEDS in digital power systems
- Shayne Casavant, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, ICS Cybersecurity
03 Dec 2020
Power and Renewables

The importance of hydrogeology when building infrastructures
02 Dec 2020
Other industries

Manufacturing execution system: one step closer to Industry 4.0
- Branko Radulovic, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Operational Technology and Infrastructure
24 Nov 2020
Power and Renewables

Perform without burning out
13 Nov 2020
Power and Renewables

The purpose and importance of a contingency analysis

Cost contingency analysis is an aspect of cost estimation that is often misunderstood. Analysis methods such as predetermined percentages as a function of estimate maturity or study phase, deterministic calculation, expert judgment and probabilistic models can be used, but no matter which one is used, the proposed contingency amount is often understated and fails to stand up to third-party scrutiny.
James Alarcon

Principal Estimator, Project Management Services
12 Nov 2020
Mining and Metals

2D river modelling with USACE HEC_RAS 5.0.7: simulation for operation, flood events and dam breaks
- Mina Shahraki, P.Eng., P.E.
  
  Department Manager, Civil
10 Nov 2020
Power and Renewables

Railway tracks: overview of electrical interference
- Eric Breault, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Electrical - Power Systems, Protection and Control
29 Oct 2020
Power and Renewables

Do you know how to protect your industrial structures against fire?
- Monika Rybarova, P.Eng., M.A.Sc., P.M.P.
  
  Principal Engineer, Structural
27 Oct 2020
Power and Renewables

Prevent production downtime with hyperconvergence
- Michaël Racine
  
  Telecommunications and Networking Analyst
22 Oct 2020
Power and Renewables

Machine learning: a powerful asset for better use of your data
Arbi Bouchoucha, Ph. D.

Advanced Data Analyst
21 Oct 2020
Power and Renewables

Working at altitudes and good OHS practices
- Sylvain Boily, P. Eng., MBA, P.M.P.
  
  Commissioning Manager, Operational Readiness and Commissioning
13 Oct 2020
Mining and Metals

3D video: an essential tool for mining and industrial projets
- Marie-France Proulx, P.Eng., M.A.Sc., P.M.P.
  
  Senior Engineer, Earth and Infrastructure
09 Oct 2020
Power and Renewables

World Mental Health Day: staying the course with proven strategies to combat stress
01 Oct 2020
Power and Renewables

Good alarm management pays off
- Maxym Lachance, P.Eng.
  
  Senior Engineer, Process Control and Operational Technology
30 Sep 2020
Power and Renewables

Industry 4.0 audit: where to start for successful digital transformation

For businesses, it’s no longer just a question of developing new products or services; it’s a question of rethinking all functions, practices and thought patterns to create value. Companies must seize digitalization opportunities to remain competitive. One of the most efficient ways of stimulating growth and improving profitability and performance is to modernize technology or invest in new solutions. This will also make it easier to acquire talent and attract investors.