Riyadh AlEtqan

20 Jan 26

Pre commissioning checklist for instrumentation

A single unverified instrument can delay startup or cause commissioning tests to fail.A pre commissioning checklist for instrumentation ensures that all installed instruments are properly mounted, calibrated, and connected, and ready to perform reliably during system-wide testing. This structured approach helps minimize late-stage rework, unexpected issues, and startup delays. Pre…

19 Jan 26

Instrument loop check procedure

Ever faced unexpected downtime due to faulty instrument loops in your plant? The Instrument Loop Check Procedure is a critical pre-commissioning step performed after installing field instruments. It ensures that every device communicates accurately with the control system whether a PLC or DCS providing reliable data and preventing costly errors…

18 Jan 26

flow meter calibration frequency

A miscalibrated flow meter can cost your water or wastewater plant thousands in wasted energy and inefficiency often without triggering any immediate alarms on the control system. In daily operations, even small measurement errors can quietly affect pump efficiency, chemical dosing, and regulatory reporting. Understanding the flow meter calibration frequency…

15 Jan 26

VFD not starting motor

VFD not starting motor can be a critical issue, since a VFD regulates the power supply’s frequency and voltage to control the torque and speed of AC motors. This function provides several advantages for the manufacturing, processing, and industrial sectors. A VFD adjusts motor performance to meet system requirements, improving…

14 Jan 26

how to measure vfd output voltage?

How to measure VFD output voltage is a key part of diagnosing motor and drive signals. Consider input vs. output when diagnosing electrical signals in a motor/drive system. To alter motor torque, a variable frequency drive (VFD) converts input mains with constant voltage and frequency into a range of voltage…

13 Jan 26

Harmonic distortion in VFD

When the non-linear load characteristics of a VFD cause the electrical supply waveform to deviate from a pure sinusoidal shape, this is called harmonic distortion in VFD. The main cause of this distortion is the VFD’s use of a bridge rectifier to convert AC to DC power, which draws current…

12 Jan 26

vfd installation requirements

VFD installation requirements are a crucial undertaking. They demand careful attention to detail to guarantee the safety, effectiveness, and peak performance of motor-driven applications. The following instructions will help you ensure a successful installation, whether you are an experienced technician or installing a VFD for the first time. What Is…

20 Dec 25

How to select a VFD for a motor

How to select a VFD for a motor is an important question for many engineers and plant operators. An alternating current (AC) induction motor’s speed can be controlled with a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). VFDs are widely used when a motor does not always need to run at full speed,…