Sept Technical Talk - Why the Need for High Speeds for Instrument Data?

Technical Talk Overview In this presentation, we explain that, with Ethernet APL, industry finally has a network robust enough to handle the profuse and valuable data that has been throttled by lesser communication transports of the past. We'll explore the journey from the days of simple, single-value data points - to - the abundantly rich information and diagnostics encapsulated in today’s smart instrumentation. It will become clear why Ethernet APL was a necessary advancement in industrial communication architectures. Meet Our Speaker Michael Clark B.TECH., C.E.T. Director, OPC Foundation North America As the Director of OPC Foundation North America, Michael Clark continues his career-long advocacy on behalf of the automation industry as it transforms itself through IT/OT convergence into the digital era. With over 35 years of experience in the discipline of industrial automation and controls, Mr. Clark is internationally recognized throughout the process automation sector for his expertise in Industrial Control System (ICS) fieldbus protocols. Mr. Clark is also recognized for his contributions as a principal author of the Open Process Automation Standard (O-PAS™). As an impartial advocate for the industrial automation end-user community, Mr. Clark became the Founding Director of BusCorp Inc., a North American-based consulting firm dedicated to design, implementation, commissioning, and training in the competencies of ICS networks and fieldbus systems. He has supported industrial sectors across the globe including, refining & upgrading, chemicals, food & beverage, gas exploration, offshore production, water & waste water treatment, power generation, and nuclear remediation. Meeting Location (in-person only): Enbridge Learning Center Room “A”, 2nd Floor, 425 1 ST SW, Calgary, AB (5th Avenue Place) Access instructions: Must be pre-registered as main reception will be closed. When you arrive someone will be there to provide access, if no one is there please call or text Melissa Gagyi at 403-804-3261 or Greg Potter at 403-510-8667. Parking: The City of Calgary Harmony Underground lot (lot 40) the block west of 5th Avenue Place has very affordable evening parking rates starting at 4 pm (see the Calgary Parking Authority website for details).