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Sundareswaran Iyalunaidu

With over 24 years of dedicated experience, I am a seasoned professional specializing in the commissioning, maintenance, and installation of Electrical, Instrumentation and Control systems. My expertise extends across a spectrum of industries, including Power stations, Oil and Gas, Aluminium, Utilities, Steel and Continuous process industries. Tweet me @sundareshinfohe
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Engineering

Common Instrument Loop Check Problems During Startup

Table of ContentsWhy Instrument Loop Checking Matters During StartupWhat Is an Instrument Loop Check?Why Instrument Loop Check Problems Cause Startup DelaysCommon Instrument Loop Check Problems During StartupHow to Troubleshoot Instrument Loop Check ProblemsDocuments Required for Instrument Loop CheckingPractical Instrument Loop Check ChecklistInstrument Loop Check...
Instrumentation Questions

Impulse Line Troubleshooting Quiz in Process Industries

Why Pressurized Impulse Line Troubleshooting Matters in Process Industries  Because more than the transmitter itself is in the measurement path, troubleshooting of the pressurized impulse line is crucial. If a tapping point, isolation valve, impulse line, manifold or process connection is obstructed, leaking, misrouted or...
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Fire & Gas

Types of Fire and Gas Detectors – Working Principles and Industrial Applications

Table of ContentsIntroduction to Fire and Gas Detection SystemsClassification of Fire and Gas DetectorsGas...
Communication

Explained: The Four Main Process Variables (PV, SV, TV, QV) in HART Transmitters – Complete Guide for Instrument Engineers

Table of ContentsWhat are Process Variables in HART Devices?1. Primary Variable (PV)2. Secondary Variable...
Instrumentation Calculators

Thermocouple Voltage ↔ Temperature Calculator

Instrumentation Questions

Burner Control System Components – Advanced Quiz for Instrumentation Engineers

Introduction to Burner Control Systems Why Burner Management Systems (BMS) Matter in Process Industries In environments...
Control System

PLC vs DCS – Which One Should you Choose for your Automation System?

Table of ContentsWhat is a PLC (Programmable Logic Controller)?What is a DCS (Distributed Control...
Instrumentation Calculators

Thermowell U-Length Calculator | ASME PTC 19.3 TW-2016 Tool

Table of ContentsUse Our Free Thermowell U-Length CalculatorWhat is a Thermowell and Why It...
DCS

Understanding the Difference Between DCS Components: ES, OS, and AS

Table of ContentsWhat are the Main Components of a Distributed Control System (DCS)?Engineering Station...
Control Valve

Field Troubleshooting Guide: Control Valve Not Responding in Process Area

Table of ContentsControl Valve Not Responding - Troubleshooting FlowchartSafety First – Isolation and Preparation...
Control System

Why the Cable Shield is Grounded Only at the PLC or Control Panel Side

Table of ContentsUnderstanding Cable Shielding in Instrumentation and Control Systems1. Avoiding Ground Loops: Why...
Control Valve

What is Partial Stroke Test (PST)? A Complete Guide for Shutdown and Control Valves

Table of ContentsWhy Partial Stroke Testing is ImportantWhat is a Partial Stroke Test?Full Stroke...
SIS/ESD

Testing and Repair Deferral – IEC Guidelines, Procedure, and Best Practices

Table of ContentsIntroduction to SIS Testing and Repair DeferralWhat Is SIS Proof Testing?Why SIS...
Instrumentation Questions

Instrumentation Design Deliverables Quiz – 25 Advanced MCQs for Engineers

Welcome, engineers and designers! In the intricate world of process industries like oil &...
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Engineering

Common Instrument Loop Check Problems During Startup

Table of ContentsWhy Instrument Loop Checking Matters During StartupWhat Is an Instrument Loop Check?Why...
Instrumentation Questions

Impulse Line Troubleshooting Quiz in Process Industries

Why Pressurized Impulse Line Troubleshooting Matters in Process Industries  Because more than the transmitter itself...
Instrumentation Calculators

pH Sensor Temperature Compensation Calculator: Calculate Compensated pH at Reference Temperature

Table of ContentsUnderstanding pH Sensor Temperature Compensation What Is pH Sensor Temperature Compensation?Why Does Temperature...
Level Measurement

Importance of Beam Angle of a Radar Level Transmitter

Table of ContentsWhy Correct Radar Beam Angle Is Important for Instrumentation EngineersWhat Is the...