A trip point is a specific value or condition that, when reached, triggers an automatic shutdown or safety action. Trip points are set to protect systems from operating outside safe or permissible limits. Acronyms & Terms Glossary <- More Definitions Trip Point A trip point is a specific value or condition that, when reached, triggers an automatic shutdown or safety action. Trip points are set to protect systems from operating outside safe or permissible limits. Our Services Whitepaper: Achieving 84-92% Urgent Alarm Reduction Through Comprehensive Lifecycle Implementation: A Dual-Unit Midstream Case Study Awarded Best Paper Award at the 2025 TEES Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center-TAMU (MKO) Safety & Risk Conference Abstract November 2025 — Greg Pajak, aeSolutions Senior Specialist, ICA — A midstream facility implemented a systematic alarm rationalization program across two critical units, achieving unprecedented reductions in urgent alarm loads. Unit A reduced urgent alarms from 45% to 7% (84% reduction), while Unit B decreased from 62% to 5% (92% reduction). This paper Scoping Your Industrial Project: Best Practices for Success Scoping your industrial project is more than a kickoff step—it’s the foundation for budget, schedule, and long-term success. From aligning stakeholders to pressure-testing assumptions, a dynamic scoping strategy helps prevent costly missteps, manage risks, and keep your project on track from concept to completion. Control System Migrations | Part 7 | Best Practices for Installation, Testing, & Commissioning The cutover phase is the defining moment of a control system migration, where planning meets execution. From thorough backups and pre-shutdown prep to mechanical completion and commissioning, every step must be precise. Skipping even small details can lead to costly setbacks, while disciplined execution ensures a smooth, successful transition.

A Strategic Integration of SIS, BMS, and PSM in a Boiler Fuel Conversion Project Implementing Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and Burner Management Systems (BMS) within tight deadlines and supply chain disruptions is challenging. A recent project converting boiler fuel from coal to natural gas with a Safety Instrumented BMS met strict safety standards despite these hurdles. Challenge The objective was to implement an SI-BMS using a Siemens PCS 7 Platform within a compressed schedule, meeting all Safety Lifecycle requirements. Traditionally, projects follow a sequential process, but due to time constraints, a concurrent development strategy was necessary. This included early procurement of long-lead items and expedited planning to ensure the BMS was built and commissioned during the scheduled plant outage. Solution • Concurrent development of PHA/LOPA and SIS deliverables • Early identification and procurement of long-lead items • Integrated planning with client and boiler equipment supplier • Close collaboration between SMEs in SIS and BMS • Rapid approval processes for drawings and system fabrication Results The project developed an integrated schedule to manage activities effectively, significantly reducing the risk of late changes. Collaboration between the client, the boiler equipment supplier, and SMEs in SIS and BMS maintained the fast-tracked schedule while meeting all Safety Lifecycle requirements. Effective planning and cooperation among stakeholders were key to achieving project objectives, offering valuable insights for future projects. Learn more about how aeSolutions could help you with a similar project Industry: Metals & Mining Geography: West Unit Operation: SI-BMS, Safety Instrumented Burner Management Systems Previous Story Next Story

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We begin with the development of a Gas Detection Philosophy document, or a review and update of an existing philosophy. This approach results in a system that is fit for purpose, cost effective and has a defined basis which can be updated as the plant evolves over time. Gas detection consulting, Gas detection mapping, PLC Fire Gas Panel, Combustible Gas, Toxic Gas Detection, Geographic Gas detector Placement, Scenario Based Placement, Specification, Amonia Methane, Acid Vapor, EPA Combustible & Toxic Gas Detection Preliminary Engineering Expertise to tackle the most challenging gas detection applications toxic gas detection aeSolutions has experienced personnel who can assess risk, identify leak points, model potential releases, and specify detection strategies, technologies, and placements to safely and cost effectively protect personnel and assets. All while being mindful of the operating and production requirements of the facilities. We begin with the development of a Gas Detection Philosophy document, or a review and update of an existing philosophy. This approach results in a system that is fit for purpose, cost-effective and has a defined basis that can be updated as the plant evolves over time. It ensures that the gas detection system is appropriately sized to address the risks identified. Next Steps Detailed Engineering Installation Support aeSolutions' Approach to Combustible & Toxic Gas Detection Engineering Collect Relevant Site Information Review/Develop Gas Detection Philosophy Gas detection philosophy is the design basis for an effective system. Identify Chemicals of Concern, Alarm Levels and Technologies Hazardous Chemicals must be detected at the correct levels. Collect Ambient Conditions Data Gas migration paths must be understood both indoors and outdoors. Collect Process Safety Information Gas migration is dependent on temperature, pressure and physical properties. Identify Release Scenarios High risk points of release need to be identified. Pumps, flanges, etc. Planning & Verification Initial Detector Placement Detector placement can be made using experienced judgement. PHAST/CFD/Geographic Models Models are completed to predict the behavior of gas releases. Assess Coverage Gas detector positions are reviewed against the release models. Assess Safety Availability Performance Detection equipment is assessed for availability on demand performance. Develop Front-End Specification Update Design to Achieve Performance Targets Gas detection System design is updated until all criteria are met. Issue Gas Detection Safety Requirement Specifications Specification gives information for detailed engineering to proceed. Detailed Engineering Featured Whitepaper: Understanding Flammable Mist Explosion Hazards While there is extensive testing and validation of hazards from flammable vapors, less information is available regarding flammable liquid mists. A method is suggested for reasonably estimating the nature and severity of flammable liquid mist hazards by applying published mist property correlations to model inputs and outputs in dispersion modeling software. Better estimating these hazards is important to properly evaluate what mitigations will be needed. One common high fla aeSolutions' Gas Detection Services A unique blend of experience from philosophy, technology selection, and geographic/scenario-based modeling Able to provide turn-key service from conceptual design through field installation for toxic gas detection and toxic gas monitoring Addressing the risk in the most cost effective manner (not too many and not too few) Contact us today to discuss your project Contact Us

An organization that implemented Section 112(r) of the 1990 Clean Air Act amendments and requires facilities that use extremely hazardous substances to develop a Risk Management Plan (RMP) per 40 CFR 68.150 to 68.185. aeSolutions has the knowledge and experience to assist with all elements of RMP development and implementation required by the EPA RMP Standard, 40 CFR 68, from high level gap and applicability assessments to complete RMP site program development, including drafting procedures and creating mechanical integrity programs. Acronyms & Terms Glossary <- More Definitions Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) An organization that implemented Section 112(r) of the 1990 Clean Air Act amendments and requires facilities that use extremely hazardous substances to develop a Risk Management Plan (RMP) per 40 CFR 68.150 to 68.185. aeSolutions has the knowledge and experience to assist with all elements of RMP development and implementation required by the EPA RMP Standard, 40 CFR 68, from high level gap and applicability assessments to complete RMP site program development, including drafting procedures and creating mechanical integrity programs. Our Services Whitepaper: Achieving 84-92% Urgent Alarm Reduction Through Comprehensive Lifecycle Implementation: A Dual-Unit Midstream Case Study Awarded Best Paper Award at the 2025 TEES Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center-TAMU (MKO) Safety & Risk Conference Abstract November 2025 — Greg Pajak, aeSolutions Senior Specialist, ICA — A midstream facility implemented a systematic alarm rationalization program across two critical units, achieving unprecedented reductions in urgent alarm loads. Unit A reduced urgent alarms from 45% to 7% (84% reduction), while Unit B decreased from 62% to 5% (92% reduction). This paper Scoping Your Industrial Project: Best Practices for Success Scoping your industrial project is more than a kickoff step—it’s the foundation for budget, schedule, and long-term success. From aligning stakeholders to pressure-testing assumptions, a dynamic scoping strategy helps prevent costly missteps, manage risks, and keep your project on track from concept to completion. Control System Migrations | Part 7 | Best Practices for Installation, Testing, & Commissioning The cutover phase is the defining moment of a control system migration, where planning meets execution. From thorough backups and pre-shutdown prep to mechanical completion and commissioning, every step must be precise. Skipping even small details can lead to costly setbacks, while disciplined execution ensures a smooth, successful transition.

aeSolutions Corporate Partners Corporate Connections aeShield® automatically maintains the complex relationships among the risk reduction performance, design verification calculations, inspection and test plans for integrity management, and actual plant historical data. aeShield® provides real time alerts and reporting on the process safety health of a single safety loop, a full process area or across an entire multi-site enterprise. aeSolutions is a licensed reseller of aeShield® Safety Lifecycle Management software suite, a comprehensive platform for automating the safety lifecycle in compliance with ISA84.00.01/IEC 61511 and the related requirements of OSHA 1910.119. Cisco Systems, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of Internet Protocol based networking products and services related to the communications and information technology industry. The firm operates through the following geographical segments: the Americas, EMEA, and APJC. 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The center also serves as an information resource base for process safety, acting as a library and software laboratory. aeSolutions joined Siemens Solution Partner Program in 1999 and has earned the Solution Partner Specialist designation after achieving technical and commercial milestones associated with year-over-year quality performance delivering solutions in both brownfield migrations and greenfield expansions for over two decades. We've earned aeSolutions was the first company in the Americas to earn Siemens’ PCS 7 Safety Specialist certification and is now also the first to renew. Siemens Partner Details Site aeSolutions' President, Ken O’Malley , holds a position on Siemens’ User Advisory Board as well as Siemens’ national Solution Partner Council. Click to Learn More about aeSolutions American Petroleum Institute (API) represents all segments of America’s oil and natural gas industry. 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CCPS member companies, such as aeSolutions, work in project subcommittees to define and develop useful, time-tested guidelines that have practical application within industry. aeSolutions is a Member Company of CCPS. Founded in 1945, the International Society of Automation is a leading global, nonprofit organization that is setting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve difficult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and personal career capabilities. Based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ISA develops standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; and hosts conferences and exhibitions for automation professionals. aeSolutions is both an ISA member as well as assists in the creation and delivery of ISA safety and alarm management courses. . 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aeSolutions' has been a trusted provider of Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Revalidation services for over 25 years. Let's Discuss your facility's PHA Reval today. Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Revalidation Services In complex industrial environments, hazards evolve and your Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) should evolve with them. OSHA mandates that facilities conduct a PHA revalidation at least every five years to ensure safeguards and Independent Protection Layers (IPLs) are still appropriate and effective. Revalidations not only maintain compliance but help you adapt to changes in operations, technology, and risk. Missing this critical step can leave your facility exposed to preventable failures and regulatory consequences. Don’t let your next PHA revalidation become a missed opportunity — make it the foundation for safer, smarter decisions . Ready to Discuss Your Next PHA Reval? Why Partner With Us? At aeSolutions, we don’t just guide you through your PHA revalidation — we help you understand and prioritize your PHA recommendations, offering strategic solutions to close those gaps . Our credentialed engineers and facilitators bring decades of experience in process safety management, risk analysis, and standards compliance, including LOPA-trained facilitators to support higher-risk scenarios. We pair industry expertise with proven project delivery methods to make revalidations efficient, accurate, and actionable. From prioritizing risk to supporting the resolution of technical recommendations like SIS, BMS, alarm management, and fire & gas systems, aeSolutions can help you close the loop. Partnering with us means a PHA reval that goes beyond the worksheet. Our PHA revalidations go beyond "checking boxes" — we provide the solutions to prioritize & resolve your PHA recommendations. Trust Built On Experience Years of Combined PHA Experience PHA Revalidations Completed Years Serving the Industry Industries Served Chemical Manufacturing Metals & Mining Processing Renewable Fuels & Bioenergy Hydrogen Production & Processing Agrochemicals Petrochemical & Hydrocarbon Processing Specialty Chemicals & Advanced Materials Energy & Power Generation Oil & Gas Production & Processing Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences Utilities & Critical Infrastructure Battery Materials & Mineral Processing About Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Revalidations A Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) Revalidation is designed to systematically review and update your facility’s assessment of process risks, ensuring that evolving hazards are identified, existing safeguards and Independent Protection Layers (IPLs) are still effective, and new vulnerabilities are addressed. This process includes evaluating operational changes, modifications to equipment, and lessons learned from incidents to determine whether additional measures are needed to manage risk. Within the United States, PHA revalidation is required at least every five years under OSHA’s Process Safety Management Standard (29 CFR 1910.119(e)(6)) for sites that handle highly hazardous chemicals. aeSolutions’ PHA revalidation service stands above the rest by going beyond simply “checking the boxes”. We not only utilize risk assessment methodologies based on your process complexity and organizational preference — including HAZOP, LOPA, What-If and Checklist Analyses, HAZID, FMEA, and Bowtie Analysis methodologies — but we also provide strategically prioritized solutions and resources to help you resolve PHA recommendations efficiently. With a focus on actionable outcomes and ongoing support, we help ensure your facility achieves both compliance and continuous improvement. Ready to Discuss Your PHA Revalidation? Recent Posts The PHA Recommendation Playbook | Part 2 | Untangling Technical Complexity Technical complexity is one of the most underestimated challenges in resolving PHA recommendations. What seems simple on paper often reveals layers of engineering coordination, system interdependencies, and feasibility hurdles, turning compliance into a multifaceted effort that requires planning, collaboration, and the right support. The PHA Recommendation Playbook | Part 1 | Managing Resource Constraints Resource constraints are a common challenge in resolving PHA recommendations. Part 1 of this blog series explores how limited teams and tight funds impact compliance and safety and offers practical strategies to help facilities plan ahead, prioritize effectively, and stay on track. PHA Revalidations | Beyond Checking Boxes Keep your facility safe and compliant — don’t let your PHA become a “check-the-box” task. Regular, well-executed PHA revalidations identify evolving risks and turn findings into action, ensuring lasting protection for your people, assets, and operations.

Detailed planning and coordination to ensure a successful installation and start-up of Fire and Gas Systems. We develop a Construction Scope of Work (SOW) suitable for collecting contractor bids and assisting the contractor in the interpretation of the design package.   Installation support includes: Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Installation & Commissioning Oversight Field Devices Calibration  Start-up Assistance NFPA 72 Final Sign-offs Training Fire & Gas System Installation Support aeSolutions supports clients with detailed planning and coordination to ensure a successful installation and start-up of Fire and Gas Systems. We develop a Construction Scope of Work (SOW) suitable for collecting contractor bids and assisting the contractor in the interpretation of the design package. Installation support includes: . Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) Installation & Commissioning Oversight Field Devices Calibration Start-up Assistance NFPA 72 Final Sign-offs Our expert team can help ensure the Fire and Gas System is delivered standards compliant, on-spec and safe. As part of the comprehensive installation support we also offer training to ensure end users can operate and maintain their new systems. Contact us to talk to one of our fire and gas detection and suppression system experts today. Fire & Gas Products NRTL Approved Fire Panels NRTL Approved Power Supplies NRTL Approved Proprietary Supervisor Stations Fire & Gas Lifecycle Services Ongoing Maintenance Training - Operate Maintain, and more Contact Us

Creating Consistently Correct Control Control System Configuration Creating Consistently Correct Control aeSolutions' qualified specialists configure control logic and operator stations (HMI) to perform the required process functionality in accordance with industry and project standards. Individual control loops are configured and tested to the software design specifications. Software quality standards lead to consistent, correct, maintainable control systems. • Function block, function chart, ladder, and structured text languages • Engineering workstation configuration and productivity tools • Alarm management logic, summaries, and indications • Displays, faceplates, screen navigation, dynamics, trends • Regulatory and advanced control loops • Process interlocks, alarms, first-outs, and resets • Batch management and phase logic • Process historian, alarm archives, reports • Foreign device interfaces • Asset management and maintenance system Automation Services Previous Next

Fault tolerance allows a safety system to let the process continue despite a failure, removing the risk of having a single point of failure. Acronyms & Terms Glossary <- More Definitions Fault Tolerance Fault tolerance allows a safety system to let the process continue despite a failure, removing the risk of having a single point of failure. Our Services Whitepaper: Achieving 84-92% Urgent Alarm Reduction Through Comprehensive Lifecycle Implementation: A Dual-Unit Midstream Case Study Awarded Best Paper Award at the 2025 TEES Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center-TAMU (MKO) Safety & Risk Conference Abstract November 2025 — Greg Pajak, aeSolutions Senior Specialist, ICA — A midstream facility implemented a systematic alarm rationalization program across two critical units, achieving unprecedented reductions in urgent alarm loads. Unit A reduced urgent alarms from 45% to 7% (84% reduction), while Unit B decreased from 62% to 5% (92% reduction). This paper Scoping Your Industrial Project: Best Practices for Success Scoping your industrial project is more than a kickoff step—it’s the foundation for budget, schedule, and long-term success. From aligning stakeholders to pressure-testing assumptions, a dynamic scoping strategy helps prevent costly missteps, manage risks, and keep your project on track from concept to completion. Control System Migrations | Part 7 | Best Practices for Installation, Testing, & Commissioning The cutover phase is the defining moment of a control system migration, where planning meets execution. From thorough backups and pre-shutdown prep to mechanical completion and commissioning, every step must be precise. Skipping even small details can lead to costly setbacks, while disciplined execution ensures a smooth, successful transition.

NFPA 85 is the standard from the National Fire Protection Association that outlines operating safety and how to prevent explosions and implosions in boilers with greater than 12.5 MMBTUH, pulverized fuel systems, and heat recovery steam generators. This code also addresses the minimum guidelines for the installation, operation, and maintenance of this equipment. Acronyms & Terms Glossary <- More Definitions NFPA 85 NFPA 85 is the standard from the National Fire Protection Association that outlines operating safety and how to prevent explosions and implosions in boilers with greater than 12.5 MMBTUH, pulverized fuel systems, and heat recovery steam generators. This code also addresses the minimum guidelines for the installation, operation, and maintenance of this equipment. Our Services Whitepaper: Achieving 84-92% Urgent Alarm Reduction Through Comprehensive Lifecycle Implementation: A Dual-Unit Midstream Case Study Awarded Best Paper Award at the 2025 TEES Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center-TAMU (MKO) Safety & Risk Conference Abstract November 2025 — Greg Pajak, aeSolutions Senior Specialist, ICA — A midstream facility implemented a systematic alarm rationalization program across two critical units, achieving unprecedented reductions in urgent alarm loads. Unit A reduced urgent alarms from 45% to 7% (84% reduction), while Unit B decreased from 62% to 5% (92% reduction). This paper Scoping Your Industrial Project: Best Practices for Success Scoping your industrial project is more than a kickoff step—it’s the foundation for budget, schedule, and long-term success. From aligning stakeholders to pressure-testing assumptions, a dynamic scoping strategy helps prevent costly missteps, manage risks, and keep your project on track from concept to completion. Control System Migrations | Part 7 | Best Practices for Installation, Testing, & Commissioning The cutover phase is the defining moment of a control system migration, where planning meets execution. From thorough backups and pre-shutdown prep to mechanical completion and commissioning, every step must be precise. Skipping even small details can lead to costly setbacks, while disciplined execution ensures a smooth, successful transition.

Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) is a semi quantitative method of risk assessment analyzing the frequency of occurrence of events that can produce a hazard associated with handling of hazardous chemicals. LOPA considers the applicability of safeguards, the potential for individual layers of protection to fail, and the potential consequences that are consistent with the organization's risk tolerance. During LOPA, Independent Protection Layers (IPLs) are identified. Claiming credit for one or more IPLs that do not provide the protection claimed will result in under-designed SIFs, increasing risk to the facility. Claiming less credit for IPLs than is actually provided will result in over-designed SIFs, increasing capital cost. aeSolutions has the expertise and experience to help you perform this critical task most effectively. Acronyms & Terms Glossary <- More Definitions Layers Of Protection Analysis (LOPA) Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA) is a semi quantitative method of risk assessment analyzing the frequency of occurrence of events that can produce a hazard associated with handling of hazardous chemicals. LOPA considers the applicability of safeguards, the potential for individual layers of protection to fail, and the potential consequences that are consistent with the organization's risk tolerance. During LOPA, Independent Protection Layers (IPLs) are identified. Claiming credit for one or more IPLs that do not provide the protection claimed will result in under-designed SIFs, increasing risk to the facility. Claiming less credit for IPLs than is actually provided will result in over-designed SIFs, increasing capital cost. aeSolutions has the expertise and experience to help you perform this critical task most effectively. Our Services Whitepaper: Achieving 84-92% Urgent Alarm Reduction Through Comprehensive Lifecycle Implementation: A Dual-Unit Midstream Case Study Awarded Best Paper Award at the 2025 TEES Mary Kay O'Connor Process Safety Center-TAMU (MKO) Safety & Risk Conference Abstract November 2025 — Greg Pajak, aeSolutions Senior Specialist, ICA — A midstream facility implemented a systematic alarm rationalization program across two critical units, achieving unprecedented reductions in urgent alarm loads. Unit A reduced urgent alarms from 45% to 7% (84% reduction), while Unit B decreased from 62% to 5% (92% reduction). This paper Scoping Your Industrial Project: Best Practices for Success Scoping your industrial project is more than a kickoff step—it’s the foundation for budget, schedule, and long-term success. From aligning stakeholders to pressure-testing assumptions, a dynamic scoping strategy helps prevent costly missteps, manage risks, and keep your project on track from concept to completion. Control System Migrations | Part 7 | Best Practices for Installation, Testing, & Commissioning The cutover phase is the defining moment of a control system migration, where planning meets execution. From thorough backups and pre-shutdown prep to mechanical completion and commissioning, every step must be precise. Skipping even small details can lead to costly setbacks, while disciplined execution ensures a smooth, successful transition.