The new automated determination of root cause does not rely on process models which enables major operational benefits across most complex process plants. The new patented method determines the most likely root cause using a "big data" technique and it eliminates several costly and time-consuming steps in the problem-solving process.

''Our clients see the benefits in energy savings, production increases, and quality improvements. With the proper training and methodology, a single engineer can perform like a large team of engineers,'' says George Buckbee, General Manager, Automation, and the inventor of record. The new tools are available in the current release of Metso ExperTune PlantTriage software which is an integral part of Metso's Control Performance Business Solution.

Results of the automated analysis are displayed in a Process Interaction Map. The Process Interaction Map shows the relationship graphically, using bands of color to highlight the strongest correlations. For oscillatory interactions, the PlantTriage software also includes the Oscillation Details Problem-Solver.