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Edward J. Farmer
Edward J. Farmer, PE, ISA Fellow, is the author of the ISA book "Detecting Leaks in Pipelines." He has more than 40 years of experience in the "high tech" part of the oil industry.
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Searching for the Next Big Thing for a Career in Industrial Automation
An ISA Fellow describes his family history in mining, engineering, and aviation while speculating about the future of industrial automation.By: Edward J. Farmer17 July, 2020 | 4 minutes -
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How to Achieve Career Success in Process Automation
ISA Fellow Ed Farmer advises process automation engineers who are just starting their career paths.By: Edward J. Farmer09 June, 2020 | 4 minutes -
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Can You Diagnose Problems in an Industrial System with No Observability?
An experienced engineer compares the process of solving a pipeline problem in his neighborhood with similar situations in industrial settings.By: Edward J. Farmer05 May, 2020 | 5 minutes
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