Skill levels generally differ between plant operator shifts. Further, these differences often cause divides among the shifts that result in unequal divisions of responsibility. Comprehensive, ...

Working as a power plant operator requires diligence, technical savvy and attention to detail. Power plants can be dangerous environments, and it's important to ensure that every part of the plant is ...

Pigler Automation explains how it uses Siemens SIMIT to develop detailed operator training simulations. Simulation technologies have numerous uses, many of which are focused on simulating plant ...

Faced with the necessity of doing more with less—and less-experienced—staff, the power business increasingly is turning to simulators for reliable and efficient real-world training. Training ...

With the first new nuclear build in decades under way in the US, a new generation of operators is being trained to run first-of-their-kind power plants built for the digital age, The Associated Press ...

Plant operators should be able to carry out routine checks on their equipment. Where there are major issues or faults, they should report these to specialist maintenance staff or plant mechanic. They ...

The first full-scope simulator for the Chinese-developed Hualong One reactor has been delivered to the Fuqing nuclear power plant, China National Nuclear Corporation announced on 14 September. The ...