Articles Covered in this issue:
1) Colours in our life: From aesthetics to functions
Dr S. Sivaram, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
This article is a fascinating account of the journey of colours through the generations. It also discusses the role of colours from aesthetics to functions.
2) Writing a Safety Requirement Specification
Shivendra Kapoor, Functional Safety Manager, Chola MS Risk Services
‘Safety Requirements Specification (SRS)’ documents are required if the safety system is to be designed, installed and operated correctly. This article emphasizes on SRS preparation for optimum Safety Instruments System (SIS).
3) Maintenance coatings requirements for Chemical Industry
Narasimha Rao, Sales Head; Satish Kumar, High Value Infra Head – South East Asia, Protective Coatings, AkzoNobel
Maintenance coatings address a range of corrosion challenges faced in various chemical process plants. This article specifies the criteria for maintenance coatings.
4) China becomes a global process manufacturing powerhouse amidst increased market volatility
Ron Beck, Industry Marketing Director and Sunil Patil, Business Consulting Director, AspenTech
This article discusses the need to mitigate increased market volatility via asset optimization, the Chinese way.
5) Conquer Mount Everest in Planning and scheduling
Patrick Garrett, Senior Product Marketing Specialist and Nirmala
Arifin, Business Consulting Director, AspenTech
To ensure optimal performance, companies need to focus on operational excellence and pursue long term business sustainability. Using the metaphor of mountain climbing, the authors explain the strategy for optimum project planning and scheduling.
