Prize Papers
1978 Prize Paper Awards – Tulsa J. A. Stewart – PCIC Chair
General
Induction Motor Efficiency Test
Bowers, W. D.
General Electric Company
Cummings, P. G.
General Electric Company
Martiny, W. J.
General Electric Company
Mfgr
Considerations Involved in the Use of Large 480 Volt Substations Serving Motor Control Centers
Carson, D. B.
General Electric Company
Mares, J. J.
Flour Engineers & Constructors
Chem
Physical Perception and Quantitative Analysis of Grouped Single-Phased Induction Motors
Dunki-Jacobs, J. R.
General Electric Company
Kerr, R. H.
General Electric Company
Prod
The Equipment For and Economics of Variable-Flow Well Pumping
Alcock, D. N.
Electric Machinery Manufacturing Company
Trans
Electric Utility Flicker Limitations
Walker, M. K.
Consumers Power Company
Elec-chem
Parallel Operations of Electrchemical Rectifiers
Moore, A. H.
General Electric Company
1979 Prize Paper Awards – San Diego W. L. Moser – PCIC Chair
Best
Expansion of a Power System Using Existing Switchgear
Hickok, H. N.
General Electric Company
2nd Best
Transient Phenomena in the Motor Control Electrical Distribution System
Fitzpatrick, D.
Allen-Bradley Company
3rd Best
Underatanding Efficiency in Squirrel Cage Induction Motors
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
Transient Surges and Motor Protecction
Nailen, R. L.
Louis Allis Div. Litton Industrial Products
HM
Electrostatic Ignition hazards with Flammable Liquids
Ownes, J. E.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Schorn, B. E.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Treeing, Insluaiton Material and Cable Life
Doepken, Jr. , H. C.
Phelps Dodge Cable & Wire Company
Mckean, A. L.
Phelps Dodge Cable & Wire Company
Singer, M. L.
Phelps Dodge Cable & Wire Company
1980 Prize Paper Awards – Houston W. L. Moser – PCIC Chair
Best
Important Considerations for Capacitor Applications in the Petroleum and Chemical Process Industries
Harder, J.E.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Harbauagh, J.R.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
2nd Best
Static Induction Motor Drive Capabilities for the Petroleum Industry
Jarc, D. A.
Reliance Electric Company
Robechek, J. D.
Reliance Electric Company
3rd Best
Torsional Amplification of Synchronous Motor Torque, Part 2
Owen, E. L.
General Electric Company
HM
Predicting Oil Ring Self-Lubricated Sleeve Bearing Temperature Rise and Its Effect on Shaft Criticals
Brozek, R. F.
General Dynamics
Franco, A.
General Dynamics
HM
Production Operation of Submersible Pumps With Closed Loop Adjustable Speed Control
Alcock, D. N.
Electrical Machinery Industrial Controls Corporation
HM
Should I select a Service Factor Motor?
Merrill, E. F.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
1981 Prize Paper Awards – Chicago E. J. Fagan – PCIC Chair
Best
Grounding Where Corrosion Protection is Required
McIntosh, D.H.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
MaintainingProcess Continuity During voltage Dips
Becnel, C.L.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
3rd Best
A-C Indsuctin Motor Torsional Vibration Considerations – A Case Study
Frasier, W. E.
Northern Natural Gas Company
Holddrege, J. H.
Reliance Electric Company
Subler, W.
Reliance Electric Company
HM
Gas/Vapor-Tight Cables for Class 1 Locations
Daly, J. M.
The Okonite Company
Feller, R. G.
The Okonite Company
HM
Induction Motors for Variable Frequency Power Supplies
Scholey, D.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
Comparison of IEC and NEMA/IEEE Motor Standards – Part 1
Cummings, P. G.
General Electric Company
1982 Prize Paper Awards – St. Louis E. J. Fagan – PCIC Chair
Best
Considerations in Applying Induction Motors with Solid State Adjustable Frequency Controllers
Conners, D.P.
Reliance Electric Company
Jarc, D.A.
Reliance Electric Company
2nd Best
Spooks on the Power Line? Induction Generators and the Public Utility
Nailen, R.L.
Louis Allis Div. Litton Industrial Products
3rd Best
Induction Generator Applications for Petroleum & Chemical Plants
Griffith, G. R.
ARCO Petroleum Products
Owen, E. L.
General Electric Company
HM
Reduced Voltage Starting of Squirrel Cage Induction Motors
Bruce III, F. M.
Square D Company
Graefe, R. J.
Square D Company
Lutz, A.
Square D Company
Paniener , M. D.
Square D Company
HM
Voltage and Cable – Impedance Unbalance
Brinner, T. R.
TRW Reda Pump Division
HM
Comparison of IEC and NEMA/IEEE Motor Standards – Part 2
Cummings, P. G.
General Electric Company
1983 Prize Paper Awards – Denver R. M. Jackson – PCIC Chair
Best
Adjustable Speed – A Tool for Saving Energy Losses in Pumps, Fans, Blowers and Compressors
Hickok, H. N.
General Electric Company
2nd Best
Protection of Induction Motors Against Unbalanced Voltage Operation
Cummings, P.G.
General Electric Company
Dunki-Jacobs, J. R.
General Electric Company
Kerr, R. H.
General Electric Company
3rd Best
The Impact of Fiber Optics on the Petroleum and Chemical Industry
Magioli, V. J.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Variable Frequency Drives and Power Factor
Connors, D. P.
Reliance Electric Company
Jarc, D. A.
Reliance Electric Company
HM
Energy Efficient Applications in Electrical Power Systems
Jain, A.
Exxon Research & Engineering Company
HM
Computer Graphics & Petro-Chemical Plant Design
Knutson, H. M.
Flour Engineers & Constructors
Siever, J. R.
Flour Engineers & Constructors
1984 Prize Paper Awards – San Francisco R. M. Jackson – PCIC Chair
Best
Suppression of Transient Overvoltages on Instrumentation Wiring Systems
Crook, R. W.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
Fiber Optic Sensors in Petrochemical Plants
Maggioli, V. J.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
3rd Best
Power Line Considerations for Variable Frequency Drives
Jarc, D. A.
Reliance Electric Company
Schieman, R. G.
Reliance Electric Company
HM
Power Systems in Close Proximity to Pipelines
Nelson, J. P.
Phased Right, Incorporated
HM
Recommended Power and Signal Grounding for Control and Computer Rooms
Lewis, W. H.
Computer Power Systems Corporation
HM
Wire and Cable Update – 1984
Frasure, J. W.
Dow Chemical USA
Snow, J. H.
Dow Chemical USA
Voltz, D. A.
Dow Chemical USA
1985 Prize Paper Awards – Houston R. J. Fritz – PCIC Chair
Best
The Escalating Arcing Ground Fault Phenomenon
Dunki-Jacobs, J. R.
Industrial Power Systems, Incorporated
2nd Best
New Life for Existing 480 Volt MCC Equipment Using Vacuum Contractors
Hill, J. D.
Dow Chemical USA
Lawrence, R. G.
GEC Automation Projects Inc
3rd Best
Rotor Failures in Squirrel Cage Induction Motors
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
Soukup, G. C.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
An Overview of the Use and Installation of Electrical Data Buss Cable in an Industrial Process Plant
Bow, K. E.
Dow Chemical USA
Donner, G. L.
Texaco Inc
Grosser, B.
Dow Chemical USA
Russell, T.
ITT Suprenant
HM
Determining Motor Efficiency By Field Testing
Becnel, C.L.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Kilgore, J. W.
Colonial Pipeline Company
Merrill, E. F.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
HM
Oil Mist Lubrication for Electric Motors – Where it Stands Today
Sheppard, D. J.
Reliance Electric Company
Towne, C. A.
Shell Oil Company
1986 Prize Paper Awards – Philadelphia R. J. Fritz – PCIC Chair
Best
An Industrial View of Utility Cogeneration Protection Requirements
Powell, L. J.
General Electric Company
2nd Best
Balancing Power Systems Including Creating Three Phase Power From Single Phase For An Induction Generator
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Corporation
Ramakumar, R.
Oklahoma State University
3rd Best
Electric Hot Work Safety Program
Gallagher, J. M.
Novacor Chemicals Limited
McClung, L. B.
Union Carbide Corporation
HM
Introduction to IEEE 841-1986 Recommended Practice For Chemical Industry Severe Duty Squirrel-Cage Induction Motors – 600 Volts and Below
Smith, A. W.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Fiber Optic Applications in Pipes and Pipelines
Haile, L.
Raychem Corporation
Sandberg, C.
Raychem Corporation
HM
Mechanics Of Bearing Systems
Vohr, J. H.
General Electric Company
1987 Prize Paper Awards – Calgary D. C. Azbill – PCIC Chair
Best
Microcomputer Applications in the Electrochemical Industry
Carneron, M. M.
Universal Dynamics Limited
Hgemoen, S. W.
Universal Dynamics Limited
Hung, O. K.
Universal Dynamics Limited
2nd Best
Reliable and Cost-Effective Electrical Heating of Pipelines With Self-Regulated Heating Cables
Erickson, C. J.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
3rd Best
Acceptance Testing of Electric Motors and Generators
Hamer, P. S.
Chevron Corporation
HM
Optimal Sizing of Motors For Beam Pumping Units
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Corporation
Lockerd, C. R.
Cities Service Oil & Gas
HM
A User’s View of Motor Repair Standards & Specifications
Nailen, R. L.
Wisconsin Electric Power Company
HM
Permitting A Large Cogeneration project in California
Vardeman, R. D.
Sun Exploration & Production Company
1988 Prize Paper Awards – Dallas D. C. Azbill – PCIC Chair
Best
Integrated Metering and Protective Relay Systems – Large Drive Motor Applications
Zocholl, S. E.
ASEA Brown Boveri
2nd Best
Update of Harmonic Standard IEEE 519 – IEEE Recommended Practices and Requirements For Harmonic Control
Duffey, C. K.
Power Technologies, Inc
Stratford, R. P.
Power Technologies, Inc
3rd Best
Application and Use of Inspection Checklist For Factory and Field Inspection of Electrical Equipment
Dudor, J. S.
Consulting Electrical Engineer
HM
Determination of Motor Quality Through Routine Electrical Tests
Soukup, G. C.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
RMS Digital Trips Offer Increased Accuracy and Reliability advances in Low Voltage Circuit Breaker Trip Technology
Purkayastha, I.
General Electric Company
Savoie, P. J.
General Electric Company
HM
Electrical Fast Transient Tests: Applications and Limitations
Leady, T. F.
National Bureau of Standards
Martzloff, F. D.
National Bureau of Standards
1989 Prize Paper Awards – San Diego A. W. Smith – PCIC Chair
Best
Comparison of NEMA and Ultra-High Slip Motors on Cyclic Loads
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Corporation
Lea , J. F.
Amoco Production Research
Lockerd, C. R.
OXY USA, Inc
2nd Best
Use of Functional Descriptions in Specifying Drive Systems
Dey, D. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Simons, J. W.
Allen-Bradley Company
3rd Best
A Case Study of Replacing Steam Turbines with LCI Type Variable Speed Drives
Azbill, D. C.
Shell Oil Company
Catlett, R. E.
Shell Oil Company
Propst, J. E.
Shell Oil Company
HM
Flammability and Toxicity Testing of Wire and Cable
Daly, J. M.
Cablec Corporation
HM
Simulation of Protective Relay Performance Under Short Circuit and Transient Swing Conditions
Efthymiadis, A. E.
University of Manchester
Guerra, J. A.
Universidad Nacional de Ingenieria
Rosennspiess, O. E.
The MW Kellog Company
1990 Prize Paper Awards – Houston A. W. Smith – PCIC Chair
Best
Maintaining Safe Electrical Work Practices in Competitive Environment
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Epperly, R. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Jones, R. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
Risk of Ignition Due to Transition Currents in Medium-Voltage Motors for Classified Locations
Bredthauer, J.
Siemens AG
McClung, L. B.
Union Carbide Corporation
Mohla, D. C.
Union Carbide Corporation
Trezack, H.
Siemens AG
3rd Best
The Benefits of Allowing for Increased Starting Current in AC Squirrel Cage Induction Motors
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
Revised 515: Recommended Practice for Electrical Heat Tracing
Hulett, R. H.
Raychem Corporation
HM
Wire and Cable Update – 1990
Bayer, M. G.
Dow Chemical USA
Bow, K. E.
Dow Chemical USA
Snow, J. H.
Snow Consultants
Voltz, D. A.
Dow Chemical USA
HM
Design Considerations for Large C Motors to Comply with API Standard 541 2nd Edition – Special Purpose Motors
Donner, G. L.
Texaco Refining
Subler, W. S.
Reliance Electric Company
1991 Prize Paper Awards – Toronto J. H. Kassebaum – PCIC Chair
Best
Motor Terminal Box Explosions Due to Faults
Clark, D. G.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Crawford, K. S.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
NEC vs. IEC Methods of Protection for Class 1, Division 1 vs. Zone 1, Hazardous (Classified Locations)
Hopmann, A. H.
Killark Electric Manufacturing Company
Kuczka, J. H.
Killark Electric Manufacturing Company
Miller, A. C.
Killark Electric Manufacturing Company
3rd Best
Health Effects of Extremely Low Frequency (50 and 60 Hertz) Electric and Magnetic Fields
Zipse, D. W.
FMC Corporation
HM
Stall Time, Acceleration Time, Frequency of Starting: The Myths and the Facts
Dymond, J. H.
GE Canada Inc
HM
Testing of Large Motors to API 541 and API 546 Standards
Cusack, P. M.
GE Canada Inc
HM
Electrical Magnetic and Biological Effects: A Systems Model
Durham, M. O.
The University of Tulsa
1992 Prize Paper Awards – San Antonio J. H. Kassebaum – PCIC Chair
Best
A Detailed Analysis of Six-Pulse Converter harmonic Currents
Rice, D. E.
General Electric Company
2nd Best
Creating a Continuous Improvement Environment for Electrical Safety
Cole, B. C.
Du Pont Environmental Remediation Services, Inc.
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Jones, R. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Whelan, C. D.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
3rd Best
Overall Shield Protects Instrument Cable from the Effects of Lightning
Bow , K. E.
The Dow Chemical Company
Voltz, D. A.
The Dow Chemical Company
HM
An Argument and Procedure for Conceptual power System Design Studies
Davis, C. E.
Electrical Systems Analysis, Inc
Dunki-Jacobs, J. R.
Industrial Power Systems, Incorporated
HM
A diagnostic Testing Program for Large Lead Acid Storage Battery Banks
Soileau, Jr, R. D.
Dow Chemical USA
HM
Safe Work Practices in the Real World
Durham, M. O.
The University of Tulsa
1993 Prize Paper Awards – St. Louis T. P. Pearson – PCIC Chair
Best
Lightning, Grounding, and Protection for Distributed Control and Communications System: A retrofit
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Corporation
Durham, R. A.
Public Service Company of Oklahoma
2nd Best
The Gray Market Trojan Horse
Bopp, R. L.
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Hill, J. D.
Dow Chemical USA
McDaniel, M. M.
Electrical Controller Products, Inc.
Peterson, J. P.
Warren Electric Company
3rd Best
SAfe Application of Totally Enclosed Motors in Hazardous Class 1, Division 2 Locations
Buschart, R. J.
PC&E Consulting Engineers
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Epperly, R. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Martiny, W. J.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Basics and dances in Battery Systems
Bolin, W. D.
Oryx Energy Company
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.
HM
Trouble Shooting Motor Problems
Burke, R. R.
Siemens Energy & Automation
HM
Finley, W. R.
Siemens Energy & Automation
HM
An Update on AC Induction Motor Efficiency
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
1994 Prize Paper Awards – Vancouver T. P. Pearson – PCIC Chair
Best
Calculating Electrical Risk and Reliability
Propst, J. E.
Shell Development Company
2nd Best
Advances in the Evolution and Treatment of Electrical and Thermal Injury Emergencies
Asdturnian, R. D.
University of Chicago
Capeli-Schellpferrer, M.
University of Chicago
Lee, R. C.
University of Chicago
Toner, M.
Harvard Medical School
3rd Best
Starting of Large Medium Voltage Motors Design, Protection and Safety Aspects
Bredthauer, J.
Siemens AG
Struck, N.
Siemens AG
HM
Application of Partial Discharge Testing to Motor and Generator Stator Winding Maintenance
Costello, M. J.
Texaco Inc
Sedding, H. G.
Ontario Hydro
Stone, G. C.
Iris Power Engineering Inc.
HM
Harmonics and the Utility – Industrial Interface: A Real-World Example
Almonte, R. L.
Amoco Production Company
Ashley, A. Wayne
Ashley Consulting Company
HM
Application of a 15,000 hp, 6000 r/min Adjustable Speed Drive in a Petrochemical Facility
Dulas, J. H.
ABB Industrial Systems, Inc.
Oberie, W. T.
Bechtel Corporation
Steuri, F.
ABB Industrie AG
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Research and Technology Company
1995 Prize Paper Awards – Denver B. C. Johnson – PCIC Chair
Best
Arc and Flash Burn Hazards at Various Levels of an Electrical System
Jamil, S.
Exxon Chemical Company
Jones, R. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
McClung, L. B.
Union Carbide Chemical and Plastics
2nd Best
Development of an 11,000 r/min, 3500 hp Induction Motor and Adjustable Speed Drive for Refinery Service
Hartzo, G. D.
Ansaldo Ross Hill
Olsen, C. L.
Jacobs/Wolder Engineering Company
Rama , J. C.
Ansaldo Ross Hill
Szenasi, F. R.
Engineering Dynamics, Inc.
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Research and Technology Company
3rd Best
Personal Safety and Plant Reliability Considerations in the Selection and Use of Voltage Test Instruments
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Nenninger, B. J.
Dow Chemical Company
HM
Grounding System Design for Isolated Locations and Plant Systems
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Corporation
Durham, R. A.
Public Service Company of Oklahoma
HM
Reliability Comparison Between Standard and Energy Efficient Motors
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
Copper-to-Aluminum Transitions in High Direct-Current Bus Systems
Veerkamp, W. E.
Dow Chemical USA
HM
Cost Effective Motor Surge Capability
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Cost Effective Motor Surge Capability
Heredos, F.
Reliance Electric Company
1996 Prize Paper Awards – Philadelphia B. C. Johnson – PCIC Chair
Best
Protective Clothing Guidelines for Electrical Arc Exposure
Bingham, A. H.
Bingham Consultants
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Neal, T. E.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
A Comparison Between Motor Insulation Systems available for PWM Inverter Fed Motors
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
3rd Best
Correlation Between Electrical Accident Parameters and Sustained Injury
Capelli-Schellpferrer, M.
University of Chicago
Diller, K. R.
University of Texas
Lee, R. C.
University of Chicago
Toner, M.
Shriners Burn Research Institute & Massachusetts General Hospital
HM
Paradigm jShifts and Impact on Industry and Technology
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Corporation
Durham, R. A.
Public Service Company of Oklahoma
HM
Riding the Reflected Wave – IGBT Drive Technology Demands New Motor and Cable Considerations
Evon, S. T.
Rockwell Automation – Reliance Electric
Kempkes, D.
Chevron USA Offshore
Saunders, L. A.
Rockwell Automation – Allen Bradley
Skibinski, G. L.
Rockwell Automation – Allen Bradley
HM
Energy-Efficient Induction Motors – Performance Characteristics and Life Cycle Cost Comparisons for Centrifugal Loads
Hamer, P. S.
Chevron Research and Technology Company
Lowe, D. M.
Occidental Chemical Corporation
Wallace, S. E.
Rockwell Automation – Reliance Electric
1997 Prize Paper Awards – Calgary (Baniff) B. W. McCarty – PCIC Chair
Best
Flammable Vapor Ignition Initiate by Hot Rotor Surfaces Within an Induction Motor – Reality or Not?
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Gravell, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Hamer, P. S.
Chevron Research and Technology Company
Hasty, R. C.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Tsao, J. P.
Rockwell Automation – Reliance Electric
Wallace, S. E.
Rockwell Automation – Reliance Electric
2nd Best
Sparking, Electrical discharge and Heating in Synchronous and Induction Machines: Can it Be Controlled?
Dymond, J. H.
General Electric Motors & Industrial Systems
3rd Best
A Flow Chart Methodology for Performing Low-voltage Three-Phase Motor Coordination Studies
Padden, L. K.
Padden Engineering LLC
Pillai, P.
Brown & Root USA, Inc.
HM
Field Motor Testing: Procedures Which Limit Amount of Involved Risk
Bezesky, D. M.
Siemens Energy & Automation Inc.
Hodowanec, M. M.
Siemens Energy & Automation
HM
Monitoring Partial Discharges on 4kV Motor Windings
Sedding, H. G.
Ontario Hydro Technologies
Stone, G. C.
Iris Power Engineering Inc.
Tetrault, S.
Shell Canada Ltd.
HM
Staged Tests Increase Awareness of Arc-Flash Hazards in Electrical Equipment
Capeli-Schellpferrer, M.
University of Chicago
Downey, R. E.
Neptune Engineering
Jamil, S.
Exxon Chemical Company
Jones, R. A.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Liggett, D. P.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
McClung, L. B.
Union Carbide Chemical and Plastics
Macalady, T.
Cooper Industries
Saporita, V. J.
Cooper Industries
Saunders, L. F.
General Motors
Smith, A.
Waldemar S. Nelson & Co.
1998 Prize Paper Awards – Indianapolis B. W. McCarty – PCIC Chair
Best
Predicting Incident Energy to Better Manage the Electric Arc Hazard on 600 V Per Distribution Systems
Doughty, R. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Neal, Thomas
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
How We Can Better learn From Electrical Accidents
Eastwood, K.
Thermon Industries Inc.
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Liggett, D. P.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
Capeli-Schellpferrer, M.
CapSchell Inc.
3rd Best
The New Science of Protective Relaying in the Petro-chemical Industry
Leoni, Andrew
NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering, Inc.
Sen, P. K.
University of Colorado
HM
An Overview of How A.C. Induction Motor Performance has Been Affected by the October 24, 1997 Implementation of the Energy Policy Act of 1992
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
New Area Classification Guidelines
Bishop, D. N.
Chevron Production Technology Company
Jagger, D. M.
Hawke America Company
Propst, J. E.
Shell Oil Products Company
HM
IEEE 515 Revision 2, A Standard and One Step Toward Harmonization
Hulett, R. H.
Thermon Industries Inc.
1999 Prize Paper Awards – San Diego J. E. Propst – PCIC Chair
Best
An Analytical Approach to Solving Motor Vibration Problems
Finley, W.R.
Siemens Energy & Automation
Hodowanec, M. M.
Siemens Energy & Automation
Holder, W. G.
Siemens Energy & Automation
2nd Best
Electrical Safety By Design
McClung, L. B.
Union Carbide Chemical and Plastics
Mohla, D. C.
Union Carbide Chemical and Plastics
Rafferty, N. R.
E.I.du Pont de Nemours & Company
3rd Best
Effect of Adjustable Speed Drives on the Operation of Low Voltage Ground Fault Indicators
Barrios, L. A.
Equilon Enterprises LLC
Skibinski, G. L.
Rockwell Automation
Nichols, J.
Equilon Enterprises LLC
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Research and Technology Company
HM
Root Cause A.C. Motor Failure Analysis
Bonnett, A. H.
U.S. Electrical Motors
HM
The Correct Method of Calculating Energy Savings to Justify Adjustable Frequency Drives on Pumps
Carlson, R.
Saudi Aramco
HM
Changes in Offshore Electrical Installation Practices: Revisions to API RP 14F
Bishop, D. N.
Chevron USA Production Company
Cospolich, J. D.
Waldemar S. Nelson & Co.
Mahl, G. J.
Mahl and Associates, Inc.
Stewart, D. R.
Waldemar S. Nelson & Co.
Stewart, H. R.
HRS Consulting
Stone, F. M.
Shell Deepwater Development
2000 Prize Paper Awards – San Antonio J. E. Propst – PCIC Chair
Best
NFPA 70E Changes for Year 2000
Andrews, J. J.
Electrical Safety Resources, Inc.
Jones, R. A.
Electrical Safety Consulting Services
McClung, L. B.
Union Carbide Chemical & Plastics
2nd Best
Selection of Copper vs. Aluminum Rotors for Induction Motors
Finley, W. R.
Siemens Energy and Auomation
Hodowanec, M. M.
Siemens Energy and Auomation
3rd Best
Large Synchronous Motors for the Delaware City Repowering Project
Costello, M. J.
Texaco, Inc.
DeBlock, M. J.
GE Canada Inc.
Jackson, W. J.
GE Canada Inc.
Lawrie, R. J.
Praxair, Inc.
HM
Operating Temperature Considerations and Performance Characteristics for IEEE 841 Motors
Bonnett, A. H.
U. S. Electrical Motors
HM
Evaluation of Maximum Rotor Temperatures in TEFC Inverter-fed Motors
Daugherty, R. J.
Rockwell Automation
Doughty, R. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Melfi, M. J.
Rockwell Automation
Tsao, J. P.
Rockwell Automation
HM
Issues of 120 V AC vs 24 V DC Process Control Systems
Mohla, D. C.
Union Carbide Chemical & Plastics
Schouten, D. A.
Rosedin Electric, Inc.
Tamblingson, Jr., J. E.
Rockwell Automation
Wellman, C. M.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2001 Prize Paper Awards – Toronto J. D. Hill – PCIC Chair
Best
A Summary of the PCIC’s Impact on Electrical Safety
Bried, R.
Equilon Pipeline Co.
Eastwood, K.
Thermon Industries, Inc.
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Liggett, D. P.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
Integrating Networks into Motor Control Systems
Blair, D. D.
Rockwell Automation
Doan, D. R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Jensen, D. L.
Rockwell Automation
Kim, T. K.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
3rd Best
Effect of Surge Testing on Unimpregnated Ground Insulation of VPI Stator Coils
Clark, M. K. W.
GE Industrial Systems
Dymond, J. H.
GE Industrial Systems
Snopek, D. A.
GE Power Systems
Younsi, A. K.
GE Power Systems
HM
Arc Terminator an Alternative to Arc-Proofing
Garzon, R. D.
Square D Company
HM
Industrial Design Application for Power Distribution Over Extra-Long Distances
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY, Corp.
Durham, R. A.
New Dominion, LLC
HM
One Company’s Approach to Cord-Connected Safety
Huddleston, Jr., R. L.
Eastman Chemical Company
2002 Prize Paper Awards – New Orleans J. D. Hill – PCIC Chair
Best
Arc Flash Energy Limitations Using Low-Voltage Circuit Breakers
Gregory, G. D.
Square D Company
Lyttle, I.
Square D Company
Wellman, C. M.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
A Comparison of the IEEE And IEC Standards Process
Dunn, D. G.
Equistar Chemicals
Hulett, R. H.
Thermon Industries, Inc.
Johnson, B. C.
Thermon Industries, Inc.
3rd Best
Industrial Electric Power Systems Operating Competency – A Looming Crisis?
Aeiker, J.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Downey, S.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours (UK) Limited
Long, K. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Whelan, C. D.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Inverter Driven Induction Motor Bearing Current Solutions
Melfi, M. J.
Rockwell Automation
Schiferi, R. F.
Rockwell Automation
Wang, J. S.
Rockwell Automation
HM
A Motor Primer – Part 3
Donner, G. L.
Equilon – Los Angelos Refining Company
Evon, S.
Reliance Electric
Oakes, B.
Reliance Electric
HM
A Summary of Arc Flash Energy Calculations
Doan, D. R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Sweigart, R. A.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2003 Prize Paper Awards – Houston Paul Myers – PCIC Chair
Best
Comparison of Methods for Selecting Pesonal Protective Equipment for Arc Flash Hazards
Doan, D. R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Neal, T. E.
Neal Associates Ltd.
2nd Best
A Motor Primer – Part 4
Oakes, B.
Reliance Electric
Donner, G. L.
Shell – Los Angeles Refining Company
Evon, S.
Reliance Electric
3rd Best
The Single-Processor Concept for Protection And Control of Circuit Breakers inLow-Voltage Switchgear
Valdes, M. E.
General Electric Company
Purkayastha, I.
General Electric Company
Papallo, T.
General Electric Company
HM
IEEE 1349 -2001 – Guide For The Application Of Electric Motors In Class I Division 2 Hazardous (Classified) Locations
Padden, L K.
Padden Engineering, LLC
Bried, R.
Shell Pipeline Company LP
Dymond, J. H.
GE Industrial Systems
HM
Development of the Guide For Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations
Wellman, C. M.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Doan, D. R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Gregory, G. D.
Square D Company
Kemp, H. O.
Tennessee Valley Authority
McClung, L. B.
ESCS, Inc.
Saporita, V.
Cooper Bussman
HM
Comparison Of ANSI/IEEE and IEC Requirements For Low-Voltage Switchgear
Wilkie, E.
Eaton Cutler-Hammer
2004 Prize Paper Awards – San Francisco Paul Myers – PCIC Chair
Best
Refocusing Electrical Safety
Liggett, D. P.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
Ten Years Of Operating Experience With A 15,000 HP, 6000 R/Min Adjustable Speed Drive System
Wood, B. M.
ChevronTexaco
King, C. M.
Chevron Products Company
Eriksson, P. L.
ABB Automation Technologies
Schleuniger, J.
ABB Schweiz AG
Virtanen, E.
ABB Oy
3rd Best
Is My UPS Distribution System Coordinated?
Cossé, Jr., R. E.
Powell Electrical Manufacturing Company
Dunn, D. G.
Equistar Channelview
Spiewak, R. M.
PolAmex Engineering & Design Services, Inc.
HM
Application Considerations For Class I Div 2 Inveerter – Fed Motors
Paes, R.
Rockwell Automation
Lockley, B.
Lockley Engineering
Driscoll, T.
Shell Canada Ltd.
Melfi, M. J.
Rockwell Automation
Rowe, V.
Marex Canada ltd.
Rizzo, S.
Rockwell Automation
HM
The Function And Composition Of The Global Industrial Grounding System
Dunki-Jacobs, J. R.
General Electric and IPSEO, Retired
St. Pierre, C.
Electric Power Consultants
HM
Upgrading The Protection And Grounding Of Generators At Petroleum And Chemical Facilities
Mozina, C. J.
Contract Consultant
2005 Prize Paper Awards – Denver H. Landis Floyd, II – PCIC Chair
Best
Applying The API Alternate Method For Area Classification
Propst, J. E.
Shell Oil Company – Retired
Lobitz, B.
Shelll Chemical Company
Barrios, L. A.
Shell Global Solutions (US) Inc.
2nd Best
Division 2 / Zone 2 Auxiliary Devices – Understanding Global Hazardous Area Requirements
Griffith, T.
General Electric Company
Lockley, B.
Lockley Engineering
D’Alleva, G.
ExxonMobil
Wood, B. M.
ChevronTexaco
3rd Best
Surface Temperature Test Medhods Per IEEE 1349
Delaney, D. E.
General Electric Company
Bruin, M.
General Electric Company
HM
Operation On Unbalanced Voltage: One Motor’s Experience And More
Dymond, J. H.
GE Canada Inc.
Stranges, N.
GE Canada Inc.
HM
Highly Accurate Fiber-Optic DC Current Sensor For The Electro-Winning Industry
Bohnert, K. L.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
Brändle, H.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
Brunzel, M.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
Gabus, P.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
Guggenbach, P.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
HM
Challenges Of Connecting Shipboard Marine Systems To Medium voltage Shoreside Electrical Power
Khersonsky, Y.
Consultant
Islam, M.
Northrop Grumman Ship Systems
Peterson, K. L.
P2S Engineering, Inc.
2006 Prize Paper Awards – Philadelphia H. Landis Floyd, II – PCIC Chair
Best
Effect Of Insulating Barriers In Arc Flash
Wilkins, R.
Consultant
Lang, M.
Ferraz Shawmut, Inc.
Allison, M.
Ferraz Shawmut, Inc.
2nd Best
Trends In Electrical Injury, 1992 – 2002
Cawley, J. C.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention NIOSH
Homce, G. T.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention NIOSH
3rd Best
Zero Downtime – Five Years Of Operation W/New Adjustable Speed Electric Drive On Critical Non-Spared Compressors
Eaton, D.
Marathon Petroleum
Rama, J.
Siemens LD R
Macak, A.
Marathon Petroleum
HM
Applying Low-Voltage Circuit Breakers To Limit Arc Flash Energy
Gregory, G. D.
Square D Company
Lippert, K.
Eaton Electrical
HM
Effect of Cble Geometry On Induced Zero Sequence Ground Currents With Power Converters
Skibinski, G. L.
Rockwell Automation
Brown, B.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Christini, M.
Ansoft Corporation
HM
Fault Tree Analysis Of Two Types Of Electrolytic Cell Line Grounding Devices
Givens, K.
Alcoa Inc.
Lapp, S. A.
Design Sciences, Inc.
2007 Prize Paper Awards – Calgary Kim Eastwood – PCIC Chair
Best
Arc Flash Hazard Incident Energy Calculations – A Historical Perspective And Comparative Study Of The Standards: IEEE 1584 And NFPA 70E
Ammerman, R. F.
Colorado School of Mines
Sen, P. K.
Colorado School of Mines
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
2nd Best
A Motor Primer – Part 6
Donner, G. L.
O.T.I.
Oakes, B.
Baldor-Reliance
Raynor, S.
Baldor-Reliance
3rd Best
An Update On The Spreadsheet Electrical Reliability Model
Propst, J. E.
Retired
Koval, D. O.
University of Alberta
Dong, Z.
Burns & McDonnell
HM
State of Shore Power Standards For Ships
Peterson, K. L.
P2S Engineering, Inc.
Islam, M.
Northrop Grumman Ship Systems
Chavdarian, P.
The Port of Long Beach
Cayanan, C.
P2S Engineering, Inc.
HM
Railroad Tracks As A Potential Source Of Ignition In Hazardous (Classified) Locations
Doan, D. R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Fannon, J. S.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Scarborough, M.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Hazard/Risk Evaluation – What Is It?
Liggett, D. P.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2008 Prize Paper Awards – Cincinnati H. Landis Floyd, II – PCIC Chair
Best
The Three-Phse Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter System – A Novel Approach To Prevent Electrocution
Hamer, P. S.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
,
2nd Best
Flammbable Mixture Analysis For Hazardous Area Classification
Bozek, A.
EngWorks Inc.
Rowe, V.
Marex Canada ltd.
3rd Best
Comparative Study Of Arc Modeling And Arc Flash Incident Energy Exposures
Ammerman, R. F.
Colorado School of Mines
Gammon, T.
Consultant
Sen, P. K.
Colorado School of Mines
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
HM
Why Neutral-Grounding Resistors Need Continuous Monitoring
Selkirk, D.
Startco Engineering Ltd.
Savostianik, M.
Startco Engineering Ltm.
Crawford, K. S.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
HM
Arc Flash Incident Energy Reduction Using Zone Selective Interlocking
Hodgson, D. L.
Shell Exploration and Production Company
Shipp, D. D.
Eaton Electrical
HM
Electrical Process Seal Requirements In North American Electrical Codes
Driscoll, T.
Shell Canada Ltd.
Cole, M.
Hubbell Canada
Leduc, R.
Marex Canada ltd.
2009 Prize Paper Awards – Anaheim Jim Rozsits – PCIC Chair
Best
Consideration For Generation In An Islanded Operation
Hamilton, E. R.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
Undrill, J.
John Undrill LLC
Hamer, P. S.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
Manson, S.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratoreis, Inc.
2nd Best
A New More Reliable Solution For Cooling Tower Drives
McElveen, R.
Baldor Electric Company
Lyles, K.
BP Products North America Inc.
Martin, B.
Baldor Electric Company
Wasserman, W.
Baldor Electric Company
3rd Best
Predicting Let-Through Arc Flash Energy For Current-Limiting Circuit Breakers
Papallo, T.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Valdes, M. E.
GE Consumer & Industrial
Roscoe, G.
GE Consumer & Industrial
HM
Recent Problems Experienced With Motor And Generator Windings
Stone, G. C.
Iris Power LP
Sasic, M.
Iris Power LP
Dunn, D. G.
Aramco Services Company
Culbert, I.
Iris Power LP
HM
Why Wait? System-Wide Benefits From Custom Overcurrent Relay Characteristics
Hill, D. J.
URS Washington Division
Bruehler, L. W.
URS Washington Division
Bohrer, C. J.
URS Washington Division
HM
DC Arc Models And Incident Energy Calculations
Ammerman, R. F.
Colorado School of Mines
Gammon, T.
John Matthews & Associates
Sen, P. K.
Colorado School of Mines
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
2010 Prize Paper Awards – San Antonio Jim Rozsits – PCIC Chair
Best
What Do The API Motor/Generator Features Cost And What Do They Buy You?
Lockley, B.
Lockley Engineering
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
2nd Best
The Application Of Switchgear In Unusual Environments
Bowen, J.
Dashiell Corporation
Moore, M.
Powell Electrical Manufacturing Company
Wachter, M.
Powell Electrical Manufacturing Company
3rd Best
Design Considerations When Applying Various ASD Topologies To Meet Harmonic Compliance
Hoevenaars, A. H.
Mirus International Inc.
Fahrney, M.
Benshaw Advanced
James, M.
EDG Consulting Engineers
McGraw, M.
NSOEM Inc.
HM
Transients During Line-Starting Of Squirrel-Cage Induction Motors
Melfi, M. J.
Baldor Electric Company
HM
Transients During Line-Starting Of Squirrel-Cage Induction Motors
Umans, S. D.
Consultant
Mitchem, J.
TIC Industrial
Cross, M.
TIC Southern
Crow, D. R.
DRC Consulting, Ltd.
HM
Arc Flash Hazards With Electric Fire Pump Installations
Holub, R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Doan, D. R.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Anderson, R. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2011 Prize Paper Awards – Toronto John Nelson – PCIC Chair
Best
Electrical Systems Design Of Local Generator Applications Involving Adjustable Speed Drives?
Concienne, K.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
Rainey, T.
Chevron
Paes, R.
Rockwell Automation
Skibinski, G. L.
Rockwell Automation
Zak, S.
Rockwell Automation
2nd Best
Subsea High Voltage Power Distribution
Hazel, T.
Schneider Electric
Baed, H.
Converteam
Bremnes, J.
Nexans Norway AS
Legeay, J.
Deutsch Offshore
3rd Best
Consideration In Applying Arc Resistant Low Voltage Motor Control Centers In Refining Environments
Bugaris, R. M.
Rockwell Automation
Weber, N.
BP Products North America Inc.
HM
Electric Motor Storage: Protecting Your Investment
McElveen, Jr., R.
Baldor Electric Company
Hillhouse, J.
Baldor Electric Company
Miller, K.
Chevron Products Company
HM
Classification Of Hazaardous Areas Produced By Maintenance Interventions On N.G. Distribution and in Presence of Open Surface of Flammable Liquid
Tommasini, R.
Politecnico di Torino
Pons, E.
Politecnico di Torino
HM
Do Not Mix The Requirements Of Hazardous Location Areas When You Order Motors
Mistry, B.
General Electric Canada
Lawrence, W. G.
FM Approvals
2012 Prize Paper Awards – New Orleans John Nelson – PCIC Chair
Best
Beliefs Drive Behaviors
Crow, D. R.
DRC Consulting, Ltd.
Liggett, D. P.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
2nd Best
API 541 5th Edition – Revisions, Updates And Improvements
Chisholm, M.
GE Energy
D’Alleva, G.
ExxonMobil
Lockley, B.
Lockley Engineering
Ocmand, J.
Motiva Enterprises
Rahill, T.
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
3rd Best
Asgard Subsea Gas Compression – Technology Qualification Testing With High-Speed VSD And Very Long Step-Out Cable
Monsen, B.
Statoil
Rongve, K. S.
ABB Norway
Laegreid, R.
ABB Norway
Gutscher, C.
ABB Switzerland Ltd.
HM
Root-Cause Analysis Of Simultaneous Faults On An Offshore FPSO Vessel
Haas, D.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratoreis, Inc.
Painter II, F. D.
Marathon Oil Corporation
Wilkinson, M.
Marathon Petroleeum Norge AS
HM
The Effects Of System Grounding, Bus Insulation And Probablility On Arc Flash Hazard Reduction – The Missing Links
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
Billman, J.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
Bowen, J.
Aramco Services Company
HM
Why Upgrade The Protection And Grounding Of Generators At Petroleum And Chemical Plants?
Mozina, C. J.
Consultant – Beckwith Electric
2013 Prize Paper Awards – Chicago Donald Dunn – PCIC Chair
Best
Black-Out Test vs UV Camera For Corona Inspection Of HV Motor Stator Endwindings
Stranges, M. K. W.
GE Power Conversion
Haq, S. U.
GE Power Conversion
Dunn, D. G.
Aramco Services Company
2nd Best
20 Years Later: Creating A Continuous Improvement Environment For Electrical Safety
Floyd, II, H. L.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
Cole, B. C.
E.I. du Pont de Nemours & Company
3rd Best
Viability Of Highly-Efficient Multi-Horsepower Line-Start Permanent-Magnet Motors
Melfi, M. J.
Baldor Electric Company
Atem, J. E.
Baldor Electric Company
Umans, S. D.
Consultant
HM
Continuous Remote Partial Dischare (PD) Condition Monitoring Of HV EX/ATEX Motors In The Oil And Gas Industry
Renforth, L.
HVPD Ltd.
Hamer, P. S.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
Clark, D.
HVPD Ltd.
Goodfellow, S.
HVPD Ltd.
Tower, R.
Tengizchevroil
HM
A Risk Based Approach For Prioritizing Electrical Equipment Replacement And Repair
Cayanan, C.
Oxy Long Beach, Inc.
Navarro, R.
Oxy Long Beach, Inc.
Wagner, E.
Occidental Oil and Gas Corporation
HM
Concept, Design And Testing of 12 MW 9500 RPM Induction Motor With Oil Film Bearings For Pipeline Applications In North America
Singhal, S.
Siemens
Walter, H.
Yaskawa – Siemens A & D
Tyler, T.
Williams Gas Pipeline
2014 Prize Paper Awards – San Francisco Donald Dunn – PCIC Chair
Best
Line Start Permanent Magnet Motors – Starting, Standards And Application Guidelines
McElveen, Jr., R.
Baldor Electric Company
Melfi, M. J.
Baldor Electric Company
Daugherty, R.
Baldor Electric Company
2nd Best
The Effects Of System Grounding, Bus Insulation And Probablility On Arc Flash Hazard Reduction – Part 2: Testing
Nelson, J. P.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
Billman, J.
NEI Electric Power Engineering
Bowen, J.
Aramco Services Company
Martindale, D.
Aramco Services Company
3rd Best
Do’s And Don’ts Of Personal Protective Grounding
White, J. R.
Shermco Industries, Inc.
Jamil, S.
BP America, Inc.
HM
Substation Replacement Options And Considerations
Bresnan, Jr., F. E.
Anvil Corporation
Jonson, E.
Anvil Corporation
Somes, T.
BP
HM
Pre-Emptive Arc Fault Detection Techniques In Switchgear Part III, From The Laboratory To Practical Installation
Hussain, G. A.
Aalto University
Shafiq, M.
Aalto University
Kay, J. A.
Rockwell Automation
Lehtonen, M.
Aalto University
HM
Can A Shaft Brush Be Safely Applied On A Motor In A Class I Hazardous Location?
Melfi, M. J.
Baldor
Ladonne, F. G.
UL LLC
Ankele, D. W.
UL LLC
2015 Prize Paper Awards – Houston Louis Barrios – PCIC Chair
Best
Medium Voltage Autotransformer Failures: Explaining The Unexplained – Continuation Of The Story
Farr, L. B.
Eaton Corporation
Shipp, D. D.
Eaton Corporation
Smith, A. J.
W. S. Nelson & Co., Inc.
Goodman, P. P.
Shell
Johnston, S.
Eaton Corporation
2nd Best
Locked-Rotor Test Methods For Induction Motors Invstigated
McElveen, Jr., R.
Baldor Electric Company
Melfi, M. J.
Baldor Electric Company
3rd Best
API 541 Variable Speed Medium Voltage Motors Applied In A Class I, Div 1, Hazardous Loation – A Case Study
D’Souza, M.
Worley Parsons
Malek, I.
Swift Oil & Gas
Rahill, T.
Siemens Industry, Inc.
HM
Introduction To API 547 2nd Edition
Rahill, T.
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
Chisholm, M.
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Ocmand, J.
Shell
HM
A Proposed Method For Establishing Partial Discharge Acceptance Limits On API 541 And 546 Sacrificial Test Coils
Haq, S. U.
GE Power Conversion
Stranges, M. K. W.
GE Power Conversion
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
HM
The Canadian Electrical Code For Hazardous Locations Has No Class – But It Does Have Significant Changes
Cole, M.
Hubbell Canada
Lawrence, W. G.
FM Approvals
Adams, D.
QPS Evaluation Services, Inc.
Driscoll, T.
OBIEC Consulting Ltd.
2016 Prize Paper Awards – Philadelphia Louis Barrios – PCIC Chair
Best
Industrial Lighting – A Holistic Approach Using LED Technology
Mullin, C.
Chemco Engineering Ltd.
Koltes, R.
Northwest Redwater partnership
Krukowski, J.
Chemco Engineering Ltd.
Walton, M.
ILS Products
2nd Best
IEEE Std. 1566-2015 Performance Of Adjustable Speed AC Drives Rated 375 KW And Larger
Lawrence, R.
RGL Solutions
Hanna, R.
RPM Engineering Ltd.
Lockley, B.
Lockley Engineering
Paes, R.
Rockwell Automation
3rd Best
Hot Surface Ignition Temperatures And The Impact On Electrical Area Classification Plans
Guidry, P. E.
Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
Anderson, Jr., R. P.
Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
Clement, G.
Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
Westveer, S.
Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
HM
Current Transformer Selection Techniques For Low Voltage Adjustable Speed Drives At A Pipeline Pump Station
Manson, S.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratoreis, Inc.
Upreti, A.
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratoreis, Inc.
HM
Failure Investigation Of Vacuum Contactor Switched Medium Voltage Adjustable Speed Drives At A Pipeline Pump Station
Pietramala, P. E.
Eaton Corporation Power Systems Engineering
Dionise, T. J.
Eaton Corporation Power Systems Engineering
Petrie, P.
TransCanada Liquids Pipeline Group
Sheppard, J. D.
Eaton Corporation Power Systems Engineering
HM
Comparative Study Of IEC 60270 Compliant Instruments For Partial Discharge Pattern Acquisition
Haq, S. U.
GE Power Conversion
Stranges, M. K. W.
GE Power Conversion
Wood, B. M.
Chevron Energy Technology Company
2017 Prize Paper Awards – Calgary Peter Baen – PCIC Chair
Best
Application of Shaft Bonding Devices (Brushes) On Large Inverter Fed Machines Operating in a Class I Location
Lockley, B.
Lockley Engineering
Mistry, B.
Ankele, D. W.
UL LLC
2nd Best
Proactive Study and Novel Mitigation of MV Power System Damage Due to Sub-Power-Frequency Ferro-Resonance For a Gas Plant
Mellik, T. A.
Eaton Corporation
Dionise, T. J.
Eaton Corporation
Painter, F.
Anadarko Petroleum
Shipp, D. D.
Capstone Power Systems Engineering
3rd Best
Power Generation Load Sharing Using Droop Control In An Island System
Marhiano, M.
Cheveron Corporation
Rayworth, D.
Cheveron Eneergy Ltd
Alegria, E.
Cheveron Corporation
Undrill, J.
John Undrill, LLC
HM
Expanded Field Data Analysis In support Of A Torque-Based Motor Bus Transfer Criterion
Yalla, M.
Beckwith Electric Company
Beckwith, T.
Beckwith Electric Company
HM
Replacing Induction Motors With Caged Rotor Permanent Magnet Motors: Applications Considerations & Cost Analysis
McElveen, R.
Baldor Electric Company
Holub, R.
Dupont
Martin, W.
Baldor Electric Company
HM
It’s Good To Go Backwards – Sometimes
Getschmann, T.
Siemens AG
Chisholm, M.
Siemens Industry, Inc.
Menz, I.
Siemens AG
Schaefer, J.
Praxair, Inc.
2018 Prize Paper Awards – Cincinnati Peter Baen – PCIC Chair
Best
IEEE C37.20.7 Guide For Testing Switchgear Rated Up To 52KV For Internal Arcing Faults – Important Changes To The New Edition
Wactor, M.
Powell Industries
2nd Best
Grounding and Bonding Conductors: Solid, Stranded, Bare or Insulated?
Durham, R. A.
THEWAY Labs
Szczecinski, S.
Joseph Paul & Associates
Durham, M. O.
THEWAY Labs
3rd Best
Strategies for Reliable Ar Flash Protection in Low-Voltage Switchgear
Burns, R.
Eaton
Baker, A.
Eaton
Hrncir, D.
Eaton
HM
Harmonic Analysis of Arcing Faults and Impacts on System Protection
Martindale, D.
Aramco Services Company
Smith, J.
BP
HM
A Motor Primer – The Next Generation: Permanent Magnet Machines
McElveen, R.
ABB
Frank, N.
ABB
Martin, W.
ABB
Jarvinen, J.
ABB
HM
Substations in Classified Locations, Integration of NFPA 406 Pressurization Requirements with Other Supporting Systems
Parra, G.
Fluor
2019 Prize Paper Awards – Vancouver Dennis Bogh – PCIC Chair
Best
Introduction to IEEE Standard 1584 Guide For Performing Arc-Flash Hazard Calculations – 2018 Edition
Daleep Mohla
DCM Electrical Consulting
Wei-Jen Lee
University of Texas at Arlington
Jim Phillips
Brainfiller
Albert Marroquin
ETAP
2nd Best
An Update To A New Method Of Stator Core Repair
Chuck Yung
EASA
Mark Ross
New Core
3rd Best
Application Of Incident Energy Reference Boundry Area Plots In TCCs Considering IEEE 1584-2018 Input Parameter Variability
Albert Marroquin
ETAP
Antony Parsons
Schneider Electric
HM
A Practiable Appliation Of A Sinewave Filter To Resolve ESP Motor Failures
Anthony Hoevenaars
Mirus International Inc.
Colt Burley
Denbury Onshore, LLC
Mike McGraw
Mirus International Inc.
HM
Effect Of Conductor Impedance On Current Limiting Arc Quenching Device Performance
Robert J. Burns
Eaton Corporation
Adams D. Baker
Eaton Corporation
HM
Practical Application Of Transient-Free Capacitor Switch (TECF) Technology For Starting Large Induction Motors At A Texas Natural Gas Processing Plant
Paul B. Stecluk
Northeast Power Systems, Inc.
Greg Bow
SGS Engineering, LLC
Frederick D. Painter, II
Anadarko Petroleum Corp.
Dwaraka S. Padimiti
ABB Inc.
2021 Prize Paper Awards – San Antonio Dennis Bogh – PCIC Chair
Best
Fire Rated Enclosures – A Case Study
Ryan Wilson
ABTECH Inc.
Babak Fazel
Worley/Parsons
2nd Best
Totally Enclosed Water Cooled (IC 71W) Motors For API 541
Robert McElveen
ABB
Christopher Stockton
ABB
3rd Best
Introduction To IEEE 841-2020 For Severe Duty Squirrel Cage Induction Motors – Up To And Including 370 KW (500 HP)
Donald Dunn
WS Nelson
Laura Reamer
Regal Beloit
Dennis Bogh
Consultant
William Finley
Siemens Industry, Inc.
HM
Run-Up Protection In High-Inertia Synchronous Motor Applications
Matthias Centner
Siemens AG
Mark Chisholm
Elin Motoren
Thorsten Getschmann
Siemens AG
Michael Melinck
Air Products
Allen Smith
Air Products
HM
Electrical Best Practices And Lessons Learned From A Chemical Megaproject
Frieder Endrejat
Sasol
Patrick Hilliard
Fluor
Alfonzo Ramirez
Technip FMC
Charles Huddleston
Sasol
HM
Failsafe Motor Control Design To Prevent Runaway Motors
Philip Ducote
Shell Pipeline Company LP
Becky Lobitz
Shell Pipeline Company LP
Michael “Andy” Martin
Colonial Pipeline Company
David Virost
Colonial Pipeline Company
2022 Prize Paper Awards – Denver Jim Bowen – PCIC Chair
Best Paper
Reflections On A 50 Year Journey In Electrical Safety
H. Landis Floyd II
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
2nd Best
Taking Medium Viltage Motor Control Centers To New Levels Of Safety
John Kay
Rockwell Automation
Navinchandra Bhatt
Rockwell Automation
Jeffery Fowler
Rockwell Automation
David Mazur
Rockwell Automation
3rd Best
How To Specify A Motor With The Smorgasbord Of Standards
Donald Dunn
WS Nelson
Dennis Bogh
Consultant
Barry Wood
Chevron – Retired
HM
Operating In The ‘Danger Zone’: Contactor Dropout VS. Fuse Clearing Time
John Webb
ABB Inc.
Andrea Delpozzo
ABB S.p.A.
Ilaria Dognini
ABB S.p.A.
Christian Rueber
ABB AG
HM
IEEE 1349-2021 – Electric Machines In Hazardous Locations – Worldwide Applications
Lorraine Padden
Padden Engineering, LLC
Paul S. Hamer
Chevron – Retired
Bill Lockley
Lockley Engineering, Ltd.
Bharat Mistry
GE – Retired
HM
Spacing Between Substations And Liquid Type Transformers: How Close Is Too Close?
Paul “Eddie” Guidry
Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
Richard Anderson
Fluor Enterprises, Inc.
Jinesh Malde
M&I Materials Inc.
Travis McClung
Marathon Petroleum Co., LP
2023 Prize Paper Awards – New Orleans Denver Kevin Peterson – PCIC Chair
Best Paper
Analysis Of A Partial Discharge Database To Determine When Stator Winding Insulation Maintenance Is Needed
Sunny Gaidhu
Iris Power LP
Vicki Warren
Consultant
Greg Stone
Consultant
Christa Fitzpatrick
Parkland Refining
2nd Best
The Integral Role Of Electric Motors In Achieving Sustainability
Christopher Stockton
ABB
Robert McElveen
Parker-Hannifin
Eric Chastain
INEOS
3rd Best
Arc Flash Calculations: DGUV-I 203-077 VS IEEE 1584
Jim Phillips
Brainfiller, Inc.
Albert Marroquin
ETAP
Mike Frain
EAG Ltd.
Jose Macias
ETAP
HM
Alternative Methods Of Machine Online Condition Monitoring; Recommendations For Rotating Machines In Petroleum And Chemical Industry
Saeed Ul Haq
GE Power Conversion
Ashish Trivedi
Delom/Wajax
Steve Rochon
Suncor Energie
Madu TS Moorthy
GE Power Conversion
HM
Voltage Sensing And Measuremenet Using Ohmic Voltage Sensors: An Improved Approach To Applications Traditionally Requiring 2.4 To 38 KV Voltage Transformers
Mina Youssef
Eaton Corporation
Thomas Dionise
Eaton Corporation
Tilo Kubach
Kries-Energietechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Fernado Lugo
Shell Norco
HM
Safety Through Speed
John Kay
Consultant
Phillip Allen
Grace Technologies, Inc.
Eric Norton
Grace Technologies, Inc.
