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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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SIS/ESD

Shutdown Philosophy: Engineering Documentation for Process Safety and Emergency Shutdown Systems

Table of ContentsWhat is Shutdown Philosophy and Why is it Important? What Is a Shutdown Philosophy in Process Safety?Why Is Shutdown Philosophy Important in Engineering Projects?What Is the Shutdown Level Hierarchy?How Is a Shutdown Philosophy Developed?What Should a Shutdown Philosophy Document Include?Shutdown Philosophy and Cause...
Procedures

Hydraulic System Pressure Switch Troubleshooting: Step by Step Safe Procedure

Table of ContentsWhat Is a Hydraulic Pressure Switch and How Does It Work?Hydraulic Pressure Switch Operating PrinciplePressure Switch Hysteresis. Set Point and Reset PointNormally Open and Normally Closed Pressure Switch ContactsHydraulic Pressure Switch vs Pressure TransmitterCommon Hydraulic Pressure Switch Problems and SymptomsPressure Switch Not...
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Millimeter of Mercury (mmHg) to Inch of Water (inH?O) Pressure Unit Conversion Calculator

This calculator enables you to convert pressure values from Millimeters of Mercury (mmHg) to...
Instrumentation Calculators

Bar to Atmosphere (atm) Pressure Unit Conversion Calculator

This calculator enables you to convert pressure values from Bar to Atmosphere (atm), commonly...
PLC

Understanding PLC Racks and Chassis: Types, Differences, and Purposes

Table of ContentsWhat is a PLC Rack?Definition of a PLC RackRack-Mounted or Modular PLCs:...
Instrumentation Calculators

Electro Magnetic Flow Meter Installation Calculator: Minimum Length for Reducing Joint

Table of ContentsMinimum Length for Reducing Joint Calculator for Magnetic Flow Meter InstallationHow to...
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Installation Checklist for Intrinsically Safe Instrument (Apparatus)

Table of ContentsSafety and Risk AssessmentPre-Installation Documentation ReviewPre-Installation PreparationsInitial Safety Parameters VerificationPhysical Installation ChecksEarthing...
Instrumentation Questions

Advanced Electromagnetic Flowmeter Interview Quiz for Instrumentation Professionals

Welcome to the advanced quiz on Electromagnetic Flowmeters in Process Industries! This quiz is...
Fire & Gas

VESDA Smoke Detection: Advanced Fire Protection with Early Warning Technology

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Instrumentation Calculators

Ultrasonic Level Transmitter Distance Calculator

Table of ContentsFormula for Ultrasonic Level TransmitterWhy Divide by 2?How to use this CalculatorStep-by-Step...
Condition Monitoring

Method Statement for Installation and Commissioning of Vibration Proximity Monitors for Rotating Machinery

Table of ContentsStep 1: Pre-Installation PreparationsStep 2: Safety ConsiderationsHow to install a vibration sensor?Step...
Instrumentation Questions

Challenge Yourself with 25 Advanced Questions on DP Transmitters

Welcome to the Advanced Quiz on Differential Pressure Transmitters! This quiz is designed to...
Instrumentation Calculators

Millimeter of Mercury (mmHg) to Torr Pressure Unit Conversion Calculator

This calculator allows you to easily convert pressure values from Millimeter of Mercury (mmHg)...
Control System

Root Cause Analysis of PLC Remote I/O Panel (Point I/O Panel) Cards Failure Issues

Table of ContentsBackground of the IncidentKey Components of the PLC Remote I/O Control Panel Environmental...
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SIS/ESD

Shutdown Philosophy: Engineering Documentation for Process Safety and Emergency Shutdown Systems

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Procedures

Hydraulic System Pressure Switch Troubleshooting: Step by Step Safe Procedure

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Instrumentation Questions

Advanced PLC Interlock Troubleshooting Quiz for Process Industries | 25 Practical PLC Diagnostics Questions for Instrumentation and Automation Engineers

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Instrumentation Calculators

Capacitance Level Sensor Calculator: Calculate Liquid Level and Capacitance for Instrumentation Applications

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