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The Devil is always in the Details!

insiteadvice — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:23:31 +0000

There are many technologies for liquid and gas flow measurement, but one of the first, orifice plates and differential pressure transmitters remain one of the most venerable and widely used in industry. ISA’s InTech magazine has published a good article with a lot of details to prevent inaccurate measurements due to improper installation. See the link below if you are interested in application, rules of thumb, and field practice on orifice plate installation.

ISA, Orifice Plate Installation

Interview with IMPO Magazine by Steve Huffman

insiteadvice — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 15:50:47 +0000

Check out the interview in IMPO Magazine with Steve Huffman from the Mead O’Brien St. Louis office concerning the development of the technical workforce needed for success in manufacturing not only in the Midwest, but all of America. As a company, Mead O’Brien owes its very existence to our customers involved in manufacturing processes, parts, electric power, or clean water. Industrial plants, power plants, and water treatment plants plus hospitals and institutions along with their lengthy supply chains still offer the best opportunities to drive a robust US economy, but now with advanced manufacturing principles and techniques which require a technical workforce supporting automation to win the battle over cheap labor. Thanks to all our customers…

Link to Original Article in IMPO Magazine

Is Your Company Facing a Skills Shortage?

insiteadvice — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:03:53 +0000

Much attention is being given to the situation of military veteran unemployment, especially in Washington these days. With the technical worker shortage in the US for jobs which currently are going unfilled, it only seems natural that veterans, many of whom have some degree of specialty training for operation and maintenance of complex electric, electronic and mechanical systems and equipment should be the first to be considered to fill these positions. The catch seems to be that veterans fresh from service don’t see the potential tie to industry, and potential employers don’t see their experience as transportable. The Automation Federation has mapped the occupation specialties of the 5 services against the AF/USDOL created Automation Competency Model to identify these specialties thus giving those folks an edge for a technical career by leveraging their experience. Whether you are an end-user company or solution provider such as our company, these people can help you. Contact Automation Federation (www.automationfederation.org) or your local veteran’s commission where other technical expertise is needed.

Mead O’Brien on Manufacturing Marvels

insiteadvice — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 21:39:19 +0000

Check out Mead O’Brien on Manufacturing Marvels! This segment aired on the Fox Business News in early December, 2011 and features Mead O’Brien capabilities in our market thrusts: steam, condensate, and hot water systems; valves & valve automation; measurement and control; and HVAC. Tell us what you think, or better yet, let Mead O’Brien show you our capabilities for your applications.

New Site

insiteadvice — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 21:05:47 +0000

Welcome to the new Mead O’Brien website! This new website is designed to make it easier than ever for our clients to find what they need, quickly.

General Industry

insiteadvice — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:38:02 +0000

Contractor, HVAC, Institution

insiteadvice — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 15:37:44 +0000

Water & Wastewater

insiteadvice — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:49:05 +0000

Engineering Design

insiteadvice — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 22:48:47 +0000

Food & Beverage

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