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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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Safety PLC Basics in Process Industries: 25 Advanced MCQs on Functional Safety, SIL and SIS

Safety PLC Quiz Introduction Safety Programmable Logic Controllers play an important role in protecting personnel, equipment and industrial processes from hazardous operating conditions. In process industries, Safety PLCs form part of the Safety Instrumented System, executing Safety Instrumented Functions designed to reduce identified risks. Understanding...
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Best AI Tools for PLC Programming: ChatGPT vs Claude vs PLC AI Agents

Table of ContentsWhat Is AI Based PLC Programming and How Does It Work?How AI Is Changing Industrial PLC ProgrammingTypes of AI Tools Available for PLC ProgrammingBest AI Tools for PLC ProgrammingAI Tools for PLC Programming Comparison: Features and CompatibilityAI Ladder Logic vs Structured Text...
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Communication

Difference Between Fieldbus and HART Communication Protocols: Complete Comparison Guide for Process Automation Engineers

Table of ContentsWhy Understanding Fieldbus and HART Matters in Industrial AutomationOverview of HART Communication...
Instrumentation Calculators

Differential Pressure to Flow Calculator – Complete Interactive Tool for Process Engineers

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Communication

Twisted Pair Cable in Industrial Signal Transmission: The Essential Guide for 4-20 mA and RS 485 Systems

Table of ContentsIntroduction to Twisted Pair Cables in Industrial SystemsUnderstanding Electrical Noise in Industrial...
Instrumentation Questions

Advanced Quiz on Thermocouple Troubleshooting in Process Area

Thermocouples are the most important tool for measuring temperature in process industries. However, when...
Communication

Foundation Fieldbus Installation and Best Practices – Complete Guide for EPC and Maintenance Engineers

Table of ContentsWhat is Foundation Fieldbus (FF)?Understanding Foundation Fieldbus ArchitectureFoundation Fieldbus Cable Selection Guide...
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...
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Instrumentation Questions

Safety PLC Basics in Process Industries: 25 Advanced MCQs on Functional Safety, SIL and SIS

Safety PLC Quiz Introduction Safety Programmable Logic Controllers play an important role in protecting personnel,...
PLC

Best AI Tools for PLC Programming: ChatGPT vs Claude vs PLC AI Agents

Table of ContentsWhat Is AI Based PLC Programming and How Does It Work?How AI...
PLC

PLC Analog Output Wiring Procedure: 4 to 20 mA and 0 to 10 V in Process Automation

Table of ContentsUnderstanding PLC Analog Output Wiring for 4 to 20 mA and 0...
Instrumentation Calculators

Thermocouple Extension Cable Selection: Types, Colour Codes, Insulation and Resistance Calculation

Table of ContentsWhat Is Thermocouple Extension Cable and Why Is Correct Selection Important?Thermocouple Extension...