Technical Talk - Why the Need for High Speeds for Instrument Data?
When
September 24, 2026
6pm - 7:30pm
Where
Enbridge, Fifth Avenue Place
Join us the evening of September 24 for this Technical Talk - Why the Need for High Speeds for Instrument Data?
Technical Talk Overview
In this presentation, we explain that, with Ethernet APL, industry finally has a network robust enough to handle the profuse and valuable data that has been throttled by lesser communication transports of the past. Join us in the journey from the days of simple, single-value data points to the abundantly rich information and diagnostics encapsulated in today’s smart instrumentation. It will become clear why Ethernet APL was a necessary advancement in industrial communication architectures.
Meet Our Speaker
Michael Clark B.TECH., C.E.T.
Director, OPC Foundation North America
As the Director of OPC Foundation North America, Michael Clark continues his career-long advocacy on behalf of the automation industry as it transforms itself through IT/OT convergence into the digital era.
With over 35 years of experience in the discipline of industrial automation and controls, Mr. Clark is internationally recognized throughout the process automation sector for his expertise in Industrial Control System (ICS) fieldbus protocols. Mr. Clark is also recognized for his contributions as a principal author of the Open Process Automation Standard (O-PAS™).
As an impartial advocate for the industrial automation end-user community, Mr. Clark became the Founding Director of BusCorp Inc., a North American-based consulting firm dedicated to design, implementation, commissioning, and training in the competencies of ICS networks and fieldbus systems. He has supported industrial sectors across the globe including, refining & upgrading, chemicals, food & beverage, gas exploration, offshore production, water & waste water treatment, power generation, and nuclear remediation.
Event Schedule
6pm - Check-In & Networking
6:30pm - Technical Talk & Dinner
Location
This event takes place at Enbridge, Fifth Avenue Place, on the 2nd floor in the Enbridge Learning Center Room “A”.
Please call or text Melissa at (403) 804-3261 if you have any issues finding us.
Parking
The City of Calgary underground Harmony Parkade (lot 40) is a block west of Fifth Avenue Place and has very affordable evening parking rates starting at 4pm (details - https://www.calgaryparking.com/find-parking/lots/harmony-parkade-lot-40.html).
Registration
Please use the button below to access our Eventbrite registration page. The cost is $20 for students, $35 for ISA Members and $45 for non ISA members. Please inform Melissa of any dietary restrictions, info@isacalgary.org.
