Precision Digital Webinars

Webinar Description:

Precision Digital’s PDW Point-to-Point and Point to Multi-Point wireless products have been redesigned to add new features and improve the user experience; and, after a long delay caused by the unavailability of critical parts, are back in production!

In this webinar, Joe Ryan will discuss all the new features and benefits of the PDW wireless products. You will see how the field units are now housed in a larger enclosure to make field wiring easier, antenna connection more secure, and provide room for a two relays option module. Enclosures are available in aluminum or stainless steel. A Loss of Signal (LoS) digital output is also now available, and the units can be programmed with CapTouch buttons.

The base stations are now available to hold 2, 6, or 16 I/O modules in more dimension-appropriate enclosures. Base station modules for dual analog inputs, dual analog outputs, four digital I/O, and dual relays are now completely enclosed in plastic housings. The base station also has Loss of Signal (LoS) capability and improved mechanical functionality. Also in this webinar, Joe will discuss and show examples of how the PDW wireless products work in a variety of applications such as tank level monitoring/control of field alarms, level switches, remote valves, Modbus and more!

Takeaways:

• Field units have larger enclosures, two relays option module, CapTouch button programming
• Loss of signal (LoS) available on field units and on base station
• Base Stations for 2, 6, or 16 field installable I/O modules & Modbus
• Learn how PDW wireless products work in a variety of applications
• Find out what products are needed for specific PDW wireless systems

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

Precision Digital has expanded the capabilities of the ConsoliDator+ multivariable controller with new PID Control and HOA operation features.

In addition, the ConsoliDator+ is now UL and C-UL Listed for its use in Hazardous and Ordinary locations.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan will discuss all the new features and benefits of the PD9000 Consolidator+ Multivariable Controller.

See how to take advantage of the PD9000’s PID control feature with 4-20 mA Output for SCR control, Pulse Width Modulation for SSR control, heating & cooling, switch functions, and more.

Learn about how to use digital switch operation and programming for Hand-Off-Auto control with two, three, and four way switching, setting relays to outputs for control switching, and setup screens to operate digital switches.

Takeaways:

• The Consolidator+ is now UL and C-UL Listed for Hazardous and Ordinary Locations
• Auto-Tune PID Control for Multiple Control Loops
• PID Control with Analog, Digital, or Relay Outputs
• HOA and Other 2, 3, and 4-Way Switch Functions to Route Inputs & Outputs.

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

If you have an application to display a 4-20 mA signal, join us for this webinar to learn about all the ways you can display that signal without running any additional wires using any one of a variety of loop-powered meters offered by Precision Digital!

In this webinar, you will learn how Precision Digital’s Loop Leader, and the New Loop Leader+, ProtEX+, and VantageView+ loop-powered meters can display a 4-20 mA signal virtually anywhere.

You’ll also learn when to use loop-powered meters and how easy it is to connect them in the loop.

If you have applications to display a 4-20 mA signal and have no extra power where you want to display it, join Joe Ryan in this webinar to learn more about Precision Digital’s comprehensive line of loop-powered meters.

Takeaways:

• Learn the advantages of loop-powered indicators and how easy it is to install them
• Satisfy applications in safe and hazardous areas with panel mount or field indicators
• Benefit from a common platform: all meters share the same features, functionality, and programming

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

In 2018... with the launch of the Loop Leader PD6600 Series of 1/8 DIN digital panel meters, Precision Digital radically improved and expanded the features and functionality expected from loop-powered indicators.

Now In 2022... Precision Digital has broadened its line of loop-powered indicators and is proud to introduce three New additions: Loop Leader+, ProtEX+, and VantageView+.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan will introduce you to this new comprehensive line of loop-powered process meters, feet & inches level meters, and rate/totalizers and show you the new and exciting key features.

You will learn how all the new products in this extensive line of loop-powered indicators share all the same features, functionality, and programming of the PD6600 digital panel meters.

This makes them the most complete line of loop-powered indicators on the market!

One of the most important improvements to the new ProtEX+ and VantageView+ meters is the replacement of the IR through-window buttons with the more reliable capacitive touch through-window buttons. This is the same technology used in modern smartphones.

One of the most exciting additions to this line of loop-powered meters is the Loop Leader+ series of large display indicators. With a whopping digit height of 2.8" (71 mm) on the top display, this makes it the largest digits for any loop-powered meter on the market!

Please join Joe Ryan in this webinar to learn all about the great features on the New Loop Leader+, ProtEX+, and VantageView+ loop-powered indicators.

Takeaways:

• Learn about three New additions to Precision Digital’s Loop-Powered products line
• Why you would want loop-powered indicators
• These loop-powered indicators share all the same features, functionality, and programming
• Why this is the most complete line of loop-powered indicators on the market!

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

Although PID controllers are a very common type of process controller they have many unique features that make using, selling, or specifying them different from other devices that have simple on/off control such as panel meters and process displays.

This webinar is ideal for the engineer, operator, or salesperson who is familiar with panel meters and other basic process meters and is looking to learn more about what makes PID controllers different.

Using the SuperNova PD500 Series as an example, this webinar will discuss the terms, features, and applications that relate to selling and using PID controllers. Other types of PID controllers beyond the SuperNova series will also be discussed, with the goal that those who attend will be able to understand what PID controllers are, and the key elements for using, specifying, and selling them.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will present a high-level view of PID controllers for a target audience that are not PID controller experts. If you cross paths with PID controllers, but have questions about their different sizes, the reason for the multiple display lines, the terminology used, or are not really sure what is and is not a PID application, join us for this webinar!

Takeaways:

• Learn what a PID controller is, and what is and is not a good application for PID controllers
• Become familiar with the terms used in conjunction with PID controllers
• Increase confidence when specifying PID controllers
• Build your list of the “need to know” questions to buy or sell the right PID controller
• Learn about the New SuperNova PD500 PID Process & Temperature Controllers

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

The SuperNova PD500 Series is a complete line of PID and on/off process & temperature controllers. Available in popular 1/4, 1/8 (V), and 1/16 DIN sizes, and with a shallow depth behind the panel of only 2.5" (63 mm) they are easy to fit into almost any panel, product, or enclosure.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will discuss the standard features and powerful options the SuperNova Process & Temperature Controllers have to offer. With a striking reverse polarity LCD screen showing up on three lines of process information, easy auto/manual mode switching, and a USB port standard on every controller, the SuperNova shines as a modern and easy to use controller.

Learn about some of the other more versatile features like the 4-20 mA remote SV input, alarm relays, and 4-20 mA retransmit that make the SuperNovas an excellent choice for almost any PID or on/off control application.

Also in this webinar, Joe will review all the important features of the SuperNova controllers, compare them to the Nova series previously offered, and show the SuperNova TCS programming software.

Takeaways:

• Learn about the New SuperNova PD500 PID Process & Temperature Controllers.
• 1/4, 1/8 (V), and 1/16 DIN versatile auto-tuning PID and on/off process & temperature controllers
• Convenient SuperNova TCS software with USB standard on every controller
• Easily switch automatic and manual modes by the push of two buttons simultaneously!

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

Hiring a systems integrator to install a PLC and create a custom program is expensive. Worst of all, you cannot change or expand on it yourself. With the ConsoliDator+ multivariable controller you will never need to hire a programmer again and you can regain control of your own process.

In this webinar, Devin Gates, Business Development Manager, re-introduces the ConsoliDator+ and demonstrates how similar the new ConsoliDator+ is to a traditional PLC and how it can save you time, money, and hassle without sacrificing the sophistication PLC’s are known for.

The ConsoliDator+ is allowing end-users all over North America to finally take back control of their control systems without having to pay an outside contractor thousands of dollars to make modest changes to their I/O count or alarm setpoints.

Join us to learn more about the ConsoliDator+ and how it is providing PLC capabilities and HMI visibility without the need for complex PLC programming.

Takeaways:

• Learn about the ConsoliDator+ functionality that makes it a competent user-friendly alternative to a PLC
• See how ConsoliDator+ helped a utility reduce costs and regain control of their process
• Understand how the new add-on features expand the ConsoliDator+ capabilities even further
• Gain insights on how ConsoliDator+ satisfies a multitude of process display, control, and alarm applications

About the Presenters:

Devin Gates has been with Precision Digital since 2014 and he is the leading expert in the ConsoliDator+ multivariable controller. He has conducted a 12-week long ConsoliDator+ MasterClass, which was a course specifically designed to introduce folks of all backgrounds to the ConsoliDator+. These days, his time is spent configuring various ConsoliDator+ units for end-users and distributor salespeople, conducting ConsoliDator+ training, and finding new opportunities for the ConsoliDator+.

Webinar Description:

The PD9000 ConsoliDator+ is now available with the New Data Logger Feature. This feature allows for logging data to an external USB flash drive. The Data Logger Feature allows you to create logs that contain the same type of process data or a mix of just about anything you might want to log.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will discuss the key features of the ConsoliDator+ Data Logger Feature. You will learn how the Data Logger Feature gives you the ability to create multiple logs with each log containing up to 12 process variables: inputs, outputs, timers, alarm status, relay status, or a combination of parameters. Learn how to set up data logs and add items to be logged. You will also learn how logs can be controlled with the log start / stop function keys, log enable switch, log trigger, and more.

The ConsoliDator+ Add-On features that are ordered with the ConsoliDator+ will be activated at the factory. Add-On features can be ordered for existing ConsoliDator+ units with a firmware version of 2.2 or greater, at any time. The user will receive a PDK9000-D1 Key they can enter into the ConsoliDator+ to unlock the Add-On feature.

Takeaways:

• Learn the basics of the ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller New Data Logger Feature.
• Learn how to create multiple data logs, add items to be logged and configure settings to log data to a USB flash drive.
• Learn how to control data logs with the log start / stop function keys, log enable switch, log trigger, and more.

About the Presenters:

Joe brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

Redundancy in control systems is crucial to ensure a plant is not completely vulnerable to cyber-attacks. For instance, if a control system is compromised, then a local 4-20 mA indicator can serve as a backup local monitoring, control and alarming system.

According to the Associated Press, on February 5th, 2021, a hacker remotely accessed the control system at a water treatment plant in Florida and altered chemical levels. The hacker attempted to increase the amount of lye used to treat the water to dangerous levels. Even though the intrusion was quickly caught and stopped by the operator on site, the incident exposes how vulnerable both industrial and municipal plants can be to cyber-attacks.

Officials said the public was never in danger and plant safeguards would have detected the chemical alteration before water reached consumers. This highlights the importance of redundancy in industrial control systems and how it can help avert a catastrophe.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will discuss fail-safe solutions against cyber attacks, including how a local 4-20 mA indictor can serve as a backup local monitoring, control, and alarming system in case of a compromised control system.

Takeaways:

• Understand the threats cyber attacks pose on industrial and municipal plants.
• Learn how industrial control systems can benefit from redundant local display, control, and alarming.
• Discover how Precision Digital can provide fail-safe solutions against cyber attacks using local displays.

About the Presenters:

Joe brings more than 15 years of process industry experience in the design, support, manufacturing, marketing, and sales of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with process displays and controls, and a strong technical background including a bachelor's degree in Electromechanical Engineering and a master’s degree in Computer & Electrical Engineering.

Webinar Description:

The ConsoliDator+ multivariable controller is now available with an Enhanced Modbus Features Package that among other things, allows you to display up to 160 Modbus registers on a full-color QVGA screen.

These features include:

1. Client: In Client (or Master) mode, read multiple variables from your sensors and maximize their potential.
2. Snooper: With packet sniffer functionality (Snooper), listen and read PVs on RS-485 bus
3. Spoofer: Assign multiple addresses and customized register numbers

Never heard of a Modbus Spoofer? Attend the webinar to learn how this feature can help you replace existing Modbus servers without changing the Client configuration.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will discuss how the Enhanced Modbus Features Package on the ConsoliDator+ allows anyone to easily take advantage of the powerful Modbus features present in their sensors, transmitters, and PLCs, display this Modbus and analog data on an easy-to-read full-color display, and eliminate the need to write complicated code or custom software.

Here is what you will learn:

1. How to use the ConsoliDator+ to see up to 160 Modbus process variables, making the most of your Modbus transmitters and sensors.
2. How using the Client (Master) mode will allow you to request process variables from server devices, scale the input variables, and create alarms, math channels, and other triggers from that information.
3. How the Snooper mode listens and reads the process variables being transmitted on the RS-485 bus without causing any disruptions to the network or requiring you to reprogram existing devices.
4. How you can replace existing Modbus servers without requiring changes to the Client configuration using the Spoofer mode.

The Enhanced Modbus Features Package can be “unlocked” on any ConsoliDator+ purchased after February 15, 2021 by purchasing the PDK9000-M1 Key for $500 and entering the Key value into the ConsoliDator+.

Also in this webinar, Joe will present a short overview of the ConsoliDator+ and configuration software and show you a live demonstration of the PDD9000 ConsoliDator+ Demo unit.

Takeaways:

• Learn how the ConsoliDator+ Modbus features allow anyone to easily take advantage of the powerful Modbus features present in their sensors, transmitters, and PLCs, display this Modbus and analog data on an easy-to-read full-color display, and eliminate the need to write complicated code or custom software.
• Learn the basics of the ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller.
• Review the Modbus capabilities in the new Enhanced Modbus Features Package, including Client (Master) Features.
• See how EASY it is to program and utilize these new Client, Server, Snooper, and Spoofer Features.
• Watch a live demonstration with the PDD9000 ConsoliDator+ demo unit.

About the Presenters:

Joe brings more than 15 years of process signal experience in the design, support, manufacturing and marketing of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience of process signals and Modbus devices.

Webinar Description:

The PD420/421 set point generators and the PD460/461 valve positioners provide a convenient way to generate a 4-20 mA signal that can be used to control another device. The PD420/421 set point generators can be programmed to display 0-100%, 4-20 mA or 3-21 mA and output either 4-20 mA or 3-21 mA. The PD4604/61 valve positioners are programmed to display a value of 0-100% relating to the 4-20 mA output. A built-in dial is provided to vary the displayed / output value. Both feature a backlight and are available in panel mount or NEMA 4X versions.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will present a live demonstration of the PD460 hooked up to a valve actuator and explain how it works. He will discuss the key features and differences between the panel mount and NEMA 4X versions of these devices and show other enclosure options.

Takeaways:

• Easy, Low-cost way to generate a 4-20 mA signal for controlling another device.
• See a live demonstration of how the PD460 valve positioner works.

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process signal experience in the design, support, manufacturing and marketing of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with 4-20 mA loops and devices.

Webinar Description:

With over 45 years of experience, Precision Digital has developed a product line with the features customers in the water and wastewater industry want – UL listing for electrical safety, wide operating temperature range, sunlight readable displays for outdoor use, and NEMA 4X protection for installation in wet and dirty areas. Upgrading filter control consoles, monitoring digester temperature, and controlling and alternating pumps at a lift station are just a few of the ways our products have been used in the water and wastewater industry.

In this webinar, You will learn how your colleagues in the water and wastewater industry have used Precision Digital products to optimize their operations. You will see actual pictures of Precision Digital displays and controllers being utilized in water & wastewater facilities. The webinar will cover several success stories found in such applications as level measurement, open channel flow, influent flow, turbidity displays, pump speed, and more. You will discover new ways to increase productivity and enhance the capabilities of your water and wastewater applications with Precision Digital meters and controllers. For instance, using the PDW30 point-to-point system to wirelessly bridge a 4-20 mA signal or using the PD9000 ConsoliDator+ for monitoring multiple tanks and controlling multiple pumps.

Join Joe Ryan and Mark Mackinnon in this webinar to learn about all the solutions Precision Digital has to offer for water and wastewater applications!

Takeaways:

• See actual detailed pictures and diagrams of W&WW applications
• Learn about success stories in the W&WW industry
• Discover a wide variety of products and solutions for water and wastewater applications

About the Presenters:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process signal experience in the design, support, manufacturing and marketing of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with 4-20 mA loops and devices.

Mark Mackinnon is a Senior Account Manager at Precision Digital. He has worked for over 30 years at companies that provide instrumentation solutions for municipal and industrial applications. Mark has extensive experience in specifying and applying a wide variety of process control instruments.

Webinar Description:

Since the introduction of the PD9000 ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller in the Fall of 2019, Precision Digital has continued to improve on it every step of the way by making considerable enhancements with the release of its latest firmware, hardware and software that began shipping September 1st, 2020.

In this webinar, Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will discuss the great new features on the ConsoliDator+ and show you a live video demonstration with a PDD9000 demo unit. You will learn about how you can select from 65 colors to customize your screens including text (value), backgrounds, bargraphs, and alarm conditions for channels, totals, and timers. See how alarm functions have been enhanced to enable settings based on day & time (daily, weekly) and where you can add a flashing red Alert! message for active alarms. You will also learn how to perform a live calibration for individual channels. This is just a few of the great new features the ConsoliDator+ has to offer.

Join Joe Ryan for this webinar to learn more about what you can do with the ConsoliDator+ Multivariable Controller.

Takeaways:

• Learn about all the great new features on the ConsoliDator+ including, color selection, simulation mode, manual control, live calibration, alarm functions, and more.
• See real application example setups you can discuss with your customers.
• You will see a live demonstration of the ConsoliDator+ in action!

About the Presenter:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process signal experience in the design, support, manufacturing and marketing of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with 4-20 mA loops and devices.

Webinar Description:

Joe Ryan, VP of Sales and Marketing, will show you how the NEW ConsoliDator+ Demo Unit can help you sell this amazing new product. The PDD9000 ConsoliDator+ demonstrator has everything you need to show off all its great features. This versatile multi-channel controller comes with a signal generator, so you can simulate almost any application and see it in action. The PDD9000 demo is also equipped with a light/horn on the top of the unit to show indication of alarming conditions. Simply connect the demo unit to a PC with the included USB cable and utilize the free ConsoliDator+ configuration software. The PDD9000 demo has built-in feet to stabilize the unit while showing it. It also has a protective carrying case making it convenient and easy for transporting around.

The goal of this webinar is to help you sell this amazing NEW product by…

• Reviewing real application examples
• Discussing where and how to sell the ConsoliDator+
• Sharing ways for you to get the ConsoliDator+ in front of your customers
• Providing options of how you can get your own Consolidator+ demo to show

Takeaways:

• Discover how to sell this NEW product to your customers – in almost any industry
• Learn how to get a ConsoliDator+ Demo Unit to show your customers

About the Presenter:

Joe Ryan is the VP of Sales and Marketing at Precision Digital. He brings more than 15 years of process signal experience in the design, support, manufacturing and marketing of process measurement and control devices. Joe has extensive field and support experience with 4-20 mA loops and devices.