COURSE OVERVIEW:

The Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Site Acceptance Test (SAT) are pivotal milestones in the procurement and commissioning of industrial machinery. These tests serve as the primary quality assurance mechanism to ensure that new equipment meets the rigorous performance, safety, and operational specifications defined by the end-user. This course provides a comprehensive framework for planning, executing, and documenting these tests, bridging the gap between the manufacturer’s facility and the final installation site.

The scope of this course covers the technical requirements for various asset classes, including pumps, compressors, and turbines. Participants will explore the development of detailed test protocols, the interpretation of performance curves during shop tests, and the verification of auxiliary systems such as lube oil and control panels. The Coverage includes a detailed look at international standards (API, ISO, ASME) that govern machinery testing, ensuring that attendees can identify deviations from contract requirements before the equipment leaves the factory or is commissioned at the plant.

Furthermore, the training emphasizes the logistical and administrative aspects of FAT/SAT management, including deficiency tracking and the "punch list" resolution process. Attendees will learn how to verify mechanical integrity through vibration and temperature analysis during test runs and how to ensure that software and control logic perform correctly under simulated load conditions. By mastering these acceptance procedures, participants will minimize the risk of "dead on arrival" equipment, reduce commissioning delays, and ensure a smooth transition to reliable long-term operation.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

After completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

1. Define the roles and objectives of FAT and SAT in project management.
2. Develop comprehensive Test Plans and Protocols based on technical specs.
3. Verify that equipment meets API, ISO, and ASME performance standards.
4. Conduct physical inspections for workmanship, material quality, and dimensions.
5. Interpret performance test data (Head, Flow, Efficiency) at the factory.
6. Evaluate vibration and noise levels during shop and site test runs.
7. Verify the functionality of Control Systems and Emergency Shutdowns (ESD).
8. Oversee auxiliary system testing, including Lube Oil and Cooling units.
9. Manage the "Punch List" process for documenting and resolving deficiencies.
10. Ensure that all documentation, manuals, and spare parts are compliant.
11. Conduct Site Acceptance Testing to verify integration with plant utilities.
12. Identify the differences between "Standard" and "Witnessed" testing.
13. Execute "De-preservation" checks and pre-commissioning inspections.
14. Finalize the Acceptance Certificate for equipment handover.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This course is intended for Project Engineers, Procurement Specialists, Maintenance Managers, Commissioning Engineers, and Quality Assurance Personnel involved in capital equipment projects.

TRAINING COURSE METHODOLOGY:

A highly interactive combination of lectures, discussion sessions, and case studies will be employed to maximise the transfer of information, knowledge, and experience. The course will be intensive, practical, and highly interactive. The sessions will start by raising the most relevant questions and motivating everybody to find the right answers. The attendants will also be encouraged to raise more of their questions and to share in developing the right answers using their analysis and experience. There will also be some indoor experiential activities to enhance the learning experience. Course material will be provided in PowerPoint, with necessary animations, learning videos, and general discussions.

The course participants shall be evaluated before, during, and at the end of the course.

COURSE CERTIFICATE:

National Consultant Centre for Training LLC (NCC) will issue an Attendance Certificate to all participants completing a minimum of 80% of the total attendance time requirement.