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Access Control System – Lilin Americas

August 22, 2019

When integrated with other platforms, such as IP cameras, fire alarms, and sensors, the system provides a layered security approach that significantly enhances peace-of-mind and acts as a deterrent for theft and vandalism.

San Francisco's Moscone Center Adds an Underground Cooling Tower, 21 New AHUs, and More

Andrew Tranovich P.E.

September 11, 2018

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Underground cooling towers and controls with graphics custom-designed to complement the facility engineers’ operational expectations? These are just two aspects of the Moscone Center’s expansion strategy to stand out and stand up to unusual demands.

Nidec completes acquisition of Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques

February 21, 2017

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Nidec Corporation completed the acquisition of Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques, Emerson Electric’s motors, drives, and electric power generation businesses.

Emerson Control Techniques celebrates 40 years

October 4, 2013

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Control Techniques, an Emerson Industrial Automation business, recently marked its 40th anniversary.

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Using Control Charts To Monitor Room Temperature

Scott Albert Albena Iossifova

June 10, 2013

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In this tale of setpoint sleuthing, the team at Slippery Rock University digs hard into the data to discover why and where the old BAS strategy was going wrong. See what the measurements and math turned up for various spaces in terms of culprits and recommendations.

The Challenges Of Federal Government Procurement

With a collaborative design approach and the choice to forego networking protocols, this nuclear facility’s controls upgrade points toward an atypical alternate for success.

Kevin Brooks

March 29, 2013

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The procurement process used by the U.S. government (or its contractor) can follow one of several different paths. Usually, an equipment specification is written that contains performance criteria and other requirements. A solicitation is then released and potential sellers competitively bid for the work.