2025 - AVEVA World - San Francisco - Energy (Oil, Gas & New Energies)
TC Energy: Fuel optimization platform built on AF, ML & combinatorics
The people, process & technology behind TC Energy's creative custom application built on PI, AF, physics-based models and combinatorics to optimize fuel and reduce emissions.
Industry
Oil Gas and Energy
Company
TC Energy
Speaker
Brendan Bell
With a Comp Sci degree from WVU, I started with TC Energy in 2003. Since then I have supported multiple enterprise systems and since 2011 have been in the engineering world, building highly scalable software around the AVEVA PI System. I am currently the team leader for a small, talented team building thin applications on top of OT systems to solve high value business problems.
Company
TC Energy
Speaker
Richard Stinson
Richard Stinson currently serves as the Manager of Real-Time Monitoring & Analytics in the Facilities Reliability & Integrity group at TC Energy. In his role, Richard leads the development and implementation of advanced systems that utilize real-time industrial data to enhance the reliability and performance of critical energy infrastructure across 11.3M HP including 1000+ compression units spanning all of North America. His work involves building out sophisticated analytics to create significant value for the business, ensuring the company's assets are monitored and optimized effectively. With a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Richard began his career in a leading industrial turbine manufacturing company, where he served in various positions, including Field Service Representative, Regional Field Engineer, and Account Manager. During his tenure, he developed a deep understanding of machinery operation and maintenance, troubleshooting complex technical issues, optimizing turbine performance, and customer service skills. These roles allowed him to successfully manage key client relationships and contribute to strategic business growth. At TC Energy, Richard's journey commenced as a Reliability Engineer, serving the Pacific Northwest, and quickly progressed to his current position. His commitment to engineering excellence and his forward-thinking approach to asset management make him a valuable contributor to the ongoing conversation about advanced analytics and AI in the industrial sector. Richard is dedicated to advancing the use of AI and machine learning in the industrial space, leveraging layers of integrated analytics and visualization to support the successful development, implementation, and sustainment of these technologies. His expertise and leadership are instrumental in driving innovation and ensuring TC Energy remains at the forefront of the industry.
Company
TC Energy
Speaker
Steven Kluge
41 yers of experience in Field Operations, Automation, and Realtime Monitoring.
Session Code
SESS-64