IEC 62443 Explained: A Complete Guide to Industrial Cybersecurity The digital transformation of the industrial world has ushered in an era of unprecedented efficiency and connectivity. However, this convergence of Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) has also exposed critical infrastructure to a new and dangerous wave of cyber...
Random vs. Systematic Failures in Functional Safety and the Crucial Role of SIL In the world of industrial automation and safety-critical systems, the silent sentinels of functional safety stand guard, protecting against catastrophic events. These systems, whether in a sprawling chemical plant, a complex power grid, or a sophisticated medical...
AI and Functional Safety: Opportunities and Challenges The quiet hum of an electric vehicle gliding through city streets, the seamless operation of a complex manufacturing robot, and the unerring accuracy of a surgical assistant – these are just a few glimpses into a world increasingly powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI)...
The Critical Role of Human Factors in Functional Safety Design In the intricate world of industrial automation and safety-critical systems, we place immense faith in the reliability of technology. We engineer sophisticated safety instrumented systems (SIS), write countless lines of code, and perform rigorous testing to prevent catastrophic failures. Yet...
Bridging the Gap Between IEC 61508 and IEC 61511: A Comprehensive Guide for the Process Industry In the realm of industrial automation and safety, two standards stand as pillars of modern risk reduction: IEC 61508 and IEC 61511. While inextricably linked, they serve distinct purposes and are often a source...
Cybersecurity & Functional Safety — IEC 61511 Clause 8 (Interactive Guide) InstruNexus — IEC 61511 Clause 8 Cybersecurity & Functional Safety: A Deep Dive into IEC 61511 Clause 8 The second edition of IEC 61511 elevates cybersecurity into the heart of the safety lifecycle. This interactive guide explains what Clause...
InstruNexus • www.instrunexus.com IEC 61511 • IEC 61508 • SIS Implementing Functional Safety in a Greenfield Refinery Project A fully interactive case study of a 400,000 bpd refinery, aligned to IEC 61511/IEC 61508 — from HAZOP & LOPA to SRS, SIS design, commissioning, and lifecycle operations. Read the Case Study...
How to Conduct a Functional Safety Audit: An IEC 61511 Perspective In the high-stakes world of industrial automation, ensuring the safety of your processes is not just a best practice; it’s a critical necessity. For industries dealing with hazardous materials and processes, the Safety Instrumented System (SIS) is the last...
A Comprehensive Guide to Roles, Responsibilities, and Documentation In our increasingly automated world, the silent sentinels of functional safety are the bedrock of our trust in technology. From the anti-lock braking system in our cars to the emergency shutdown systems in a power plant, functional safety ensures that technology operates...