Al-Sader Power Plant — Pneumatic to Electric Conversion (AUMA PROFOX)
Complete design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, commissioning and start-up of AUMA PROFOX electric actuators replacing existing pneumatic actuators and air supply systems.
The challenge
The plant’s pneumatic actuators and air supply systems were to be replaced with modern electric actuation, including welded flanges, pipe modification and full control integration.
PVE scope of work
- Detailed design and engineering
- Removal of existing pneumatic actuators and associated air systems
- Installation of new AUMA PROFOX electric actuators
- Cable routing, termination and power/control integration
- PLC and control system interfacing
- Testing, calibration, commissioning and operational start-up
Key challenges & engineering achievements
Full EPC scope
Design, supply, installation, testing and commissioning delivered by one contractor.
Multidisciplinary field work
Mechanical removal and installation, electrical integration, instrumentation coordination and PLC/control system interfacing.
Site modification
Welded flanges, pipe modification, cable routing, termination and control integration handled as part of full site execution.
Equipment
AUMA PROFOX electric actuators (Qty 24), power and control panels
Outcome
Improved control functionality, reliability, maintainability and after-sales support; site start-up support and operational handover.
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