Process Control in Practice 1st Edition

Grasp real-world control challenges with Process Control in Practice, 1st Edition by Tore Hägglund. This concise, hands-on guide translates theory into action for engineers, technicians and managers working in industrial automation and process industries worldwide.

Clear, practical explanations walk you through core topics — feedback and feedforward control, PID tuning, loop performance, sensors and actuators, stability and robustness, and multivariable strategies — so you can solve day-to-day control problems confidently. Illustrated with industry-relevant examples and troubleshooting tips, the book emphasizes measurable improvement: faster commissioning, reduced process variability, and more reliable production across sectors such as petrochemical, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, water treatment and power generation.

What sets this edition apart is its focus on applied methodology: step-by-step tuning procedures, performance assessment techniques, and best-practice checklists that integrate with DCS and PLC-based systems. Explanations are grounded in industrial realities—noise, dead time, nonlinearity—making the content immediately useful for teams in Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific and beyond.

Whether you’re a practicing control engineer aiming to optimize existing plants, a commissioning specialist, or an instructor seeking clear classroom resources, this book provides the practical tools and insight to enhance control performance and operational efficiency.

Order your copy today to bring proven, field-tested process control strategies into your next project and start delivering safer, more consistent, and cost-effective operations.

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