The instrumentation and control team, with their expertise in the field of petrochemicals, gas, and petroleum, is responsible for a wide range of tasks related to equipment and control systems.
Their detailed tasks include:
- Instrumentation Installation: The team is responsible for installing and configuring various instrumentation devices such as sensors, transmitters, control valves, and flow meters. They ensure proper wiring, calibration, and integration with control systems.
- Control System Programming: They develop and program control systems, including distributed control systems (DCS) and programmable logic controllers (PLC). They design and implement control strategies to regulate process variables, monitor equipment performance, and ensure safe and efficient operation.
- System Maintenance and Troubleshooting: The team performs routine maintenance activities on instrumentation and control systems to ensure their optimal performance. They troubleshoot any malfunctions, diagnose faults, and implement corrective measures to minimize downtime.
- Safety System Implementation: In compliance with industry standards and regulations, the team installs and maintains safety instrumented systems (SIS) and emergency shutdown systems (ESD). They conduct functional tests and periodic inspections to ensure the reliability and effectiveness of these systems.
- Calibration and Testing: The team conducts calibration and testing of instrumentation devices to maintain accurate measurements and ensure compliance with industry standards. They verify the performance of instruments, calibrate them if necessary, and document calibration records.
- System Upgrades and Optimization: They identify opportunities for system upgrades and improvements to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and safety. They analyze system performance, recommend modifications, and implement advanced technologies for better control and monitoring.
- Documentation and Compliance: The team maintains comprehensive documentation of instrumentation installations, control system configurations, maintenance activities, and calibration records. They ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
The instrumentation and control team's expertise in the petrochemical, gas, and petroleum industries enables them to effectively manage and maintain critical control systems, ensuring smooth operations, process optimization, and adherence to safety standards.