Automation Community | Instrumentation | Activity https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/ Activity feed for the group, Instrumentation. Fri, 08 May 2026 19:31:05 +0530 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.21.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 68bb79eaf0f67bb3dd1b91d4669d6350 Michael Clark replied to the discussion Pressure Relief Valves Requirements in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/pressure-relief-valves-requirements/#post-74932 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:10:02 +0530 Reply to Pressure Relief Valves Requirements

Great summary—especially the references to API 520/526/527 and ASME VIII

One thing I’d like to add is that while API and ASME standards dominate hydrocarbon systems, in many European projects we also see alignment with <strong data-start=”401″ data-end=”433″>EN (European Norm) standards, particularly when it comes to overall building safety,…

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What’s the meaning of EN standard in building security?

EN standard and their meaning within building safety and security includes burglar resistant doors, access systems, emergency exits and more.

]]> 6cb44d24a3c4751256c4412d3fd3f571 Michael Clark posted an update in the group Instrumentation: I’m new to the forum and happy to be part of this […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/56868/ Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:44:19 +0530 I’m new to the forum and happy to be part of this instrumentation community. I’ve worked mostly around industrial automation and control systems, but I’m always curious to learn more about instrumentation practices used in different industries.

Out of curiosity — what type of instrumentation systems are most commonly used in your field?…

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]]> 1 28ee6376b04b54da0aa33669b76c193d hemu_7 posted an update in the group Instrumentation: hello i am electrical graduate ,i am looking forward […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/48162/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 05:52:07 +0530 hello

i am electrical graduate ,i am looking forward to learn automation ,i dont know how to start becoz there are many courses in this automation community . can any give me a guide on how to start which courses to enroll

]]> 0 b1a1e582f743af0daa9d7fdb5e9dd189 stanislaus posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Hi all, I'm looking for a pressure gauge diaphragm […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/41457/ Thu, 28 Nov 2024 06:33:52 +0530 Hi all, I’m looking for a pressure gauge diaphragm filling station similar to WIKA.

Can anyone advise where I might find one, or provide a technical diagram so I can build it myself?

Thank you!

]]> 0 fa81b0406da0c1d77509e526c111c904 MD.SHOHAG HOSSAIN posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Where is Automation Community location ? Please details information... https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/30693/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:29:34 +0530 Where is Automation Community location ? Please details information…

]]> 1 7ff6b80adc2f5a206ab5059fb7359615 Olami Uutugha posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Greetings, I am new here and I love Instrumentation but […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/28925/ Sat, 20 Jan 2024 23:29:18 +0530 Greetings, I am new here and I love Instrumentation but I`m just a beginner, So I need a Teacher.

]]> 0 e88f7ad6bbf5189725fca5f48d187311 elsamawal Hussein posted an update in the group Instrumentation: i have a head of me a project of making a dashboard […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/26256/ Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:21:29 +0530 i have a head of me a project of making a dashboard that collect data from 12 PLCs they want this to be their main monitoring station and also, they want to be able to access through web from remote offices who is ready to pitch me ideas.

]]> 0 82b73c766b67fd931609ec584969a47b M.A RAHAT posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Respected senior friends all take my greetings I want to […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/25813/ Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:39:34 +0530 Respected senior friends all take my greetings I want to be a new SCADA expert

Please give me some suggestions and software so that I can become an expert through you

]]> 0 66ebe30c71036da74330e64c6958b8b3 Abdul Rehman Cheema posted an update in the group Instrumentation: how can we find a range of a DP level transmitter […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/20059/ Sat, 12 Nov 2022 17:28:47 +0530 how can we find a range of a DP level transmitter mounted over tapping point?

kindly guide

]]> 0 07045300411a748eb261afbc37d7697c Srikanth V posted an update in the group Instrumentation: 200mm dai line with orifice flow element calculation?? https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/15606/ Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:43:49 +0530 200mm dai line with orifice flow element calculation??

]]> 0 67bafa865dba39a98dd2cdaea8ce370b Jawed posted an update in the group Instrumentation: can i get engineering course here https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/13643/ Tue, 25 Jan 2022 06:21:56 +0530 can i get engineering course here

]]> 0 4ca7d1bb55994f95e0c9a2b356f22adf Shobhit Bisen posted an update in the group Instrumentation: https://plc247.com/download-wincc-v7-4-sp1-full-siemens/ https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/11576/ Tue, 26 Oct 2021 02:26:00 +0530 https://plc247.com/download-wincc-v7-4-sp1-full-siemens/

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]]> 0 eba8391bca0c4a44cf49a73869511055 Anant Shinde posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Generally All conventional F&G detectors loops are 3 […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/11384/ Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:20:06 +0530 Generally All conventional F&G detectors loops are 3 wire type, What is the specific reason for this ?

]]> 0 041a487837699d7168110ae76c6f1d65 NTOKOZO MNEMBE posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Hello everyone, please help me download softwares […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/11321/ Sat, 16 Oct 2021 16:05:42 +0530 Hello everyone, please help me download softwares both Wincc,PlC from Siemens I can’t download even if I sign up for an account. I did follow the videos ,it tell me I’m not authorised

]]> 0 4b104d25798305c3535727db548b10d8 Shobhit Bisen posted an update in the group Instrumentation: I just completed my plc and scada in SIEMENS AND […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/11049/ Thu, 07 Oct 2021 03:43:35 +0530 I just completed my plc and scada in SIEMENS AND ALLEN BRADLEY .

i am actively looking for jobs in these field .

]]> 0 84aea35c2ef86fe0ae9592bf82f08f93 Anurag Kumar posted an update in the group Instrumentation: anyone know free certification course of PID controller […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/10342/ Thu, 16 Sep 2021 04:44:56 +0530 anyone know free certification course of PID controller so please tell me

]]> 0 b20449ba6db58e6425ca031816defe28 VINODH S R posted an update in the group Instrumentation: what are the basic things to be learned those who are […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/8919/ Sat, 07 Aug 2021 03:15:02 +0530 what are the basic things to be learned those who are going to start their carrier as instrumentaion and controls engineer

]]> 2 f9266714108053d6031659453d0c0cf8 Ramesh Raj Murugesan posted an update in the group Instrumentation: It is my wish that the Automation community would […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/8239/ Mon, 19 Jul 2021 16:58:31 +0530 It is my wish that the Automation community would make courses on industry based courses and what are the job related role in instrumention career and I think based on my opinion its useful for many freshers ,interested students .

]]> 1 3dd5a7601b1a2c119533dc8f251337d1 Nurchin posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Hello. I can't open videos in there can u help me? https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/5369/ Sat, 01 May 2021 19:26:21 +0530 Hello. I can’t open videos in there can u help me?

]]> 0 c775d6b2fb08ad7e4c5d0f7c9b67e70c Nkugwa Mark William posted an update in the group Instrumentation: it is my wish that the Automation community would […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/3150/ Wed, 03 Feb 2021 19:03:46 +0530 it is my wish that the Automation community would make courses on PCB design and embedded systems. What do you think ??

]]> 1 9741bf3335cc2d30d2c6889da5facf25 S Bharadwaj Reddy posted an update in the group Instrumentation: https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/925/ Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:26:04 +0530 1 0a0f893defd142afafd1c5452668ff60 S Bharadwaj Reddy posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Control Valve Tutorials https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/677/ Mon, 24 Aug 2020 09:19:30 +0530 Control Valve Tutorials

]]> 0 a86954d9fdda60b855c972216956cbf7 S Bharadwaj Reddy posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Free Control Valves Basic Course It is a […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/663/ Sat, 22 Aug 2020 08:54:16 +0530 Free Control Valves Basic Course

It is a text-based course that focuses on the basics and overview of control valves.

Download Link: https://bit.ly/3aK2Hjk

Note:

  1. Do NOT open the files online. You have to download the complete folder.
  2. Download & Extract the folder.
  3. Open Index.Html file to start the course.
]]> 0 ce2e5fd5734d7e2e004ad66621de7ba9 S Bharadwaj Reddy posted an update in the group Instrumentation: *** Instrumentation and Control Course *** […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/653/ Fri, 21 Aug 2020 12:36:00 +0530 *** Instrumentation and Control Course *** (Text Type)

Download Link:

https://bit.ly/3glWBa3

Note: DO NOT OPEN FILES ONLINE.

YOU HAVE TO DOWNLOAD THE COMPLETE ZIP FILE.

Download & Extract the zip file,

Then open index.html file to start the course.

]]> 0 d9174b3ba73bedd6e33ddc2a87a16894 Chaitanya Edup started the discussion Smart Instrumentation in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/smart-instrumentation/ Fri, 14 Aug 2020 06:34:54 +0530 Smart Instrumentation

Electronic Marshalling in Smart Instrumentation Topics

• Analog vs. Digital Instrumentation and Wiring Methods

• Conventional and Bus Wiring Methods

• Digital Bus Networks and Electronic Marshalling

• Emerson DeltaV CHARacterization Module (CHARM)

• Schneider Electric’s Foxboro Intelligent Marshalling

• Honeywell Experion Universal Process I/O…

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]]> 4b66f2f05565c9d9c058c722cc379e26 Chaitanya Edup started the discussion Fire & Gas Detectors Recommendations in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/fire-gas-detectors-recommendations/ Fri, 17 Jul 2020 08:41:36 +0530 Fire & Gas Detectors Recommendations

Sensors shall be unaffected by ambient conditions.

Fire and Gas detectors may be of the smart/addressable (e.g. field bus) type.

Detectors should have a self test system. This system should be automatically operated.

Smoke Detectors

Detectors shall not be sensitive to water vapour.

The application shall determine the detection principle to…

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]]> f3fad725339f3c9f141b92aa032171f2 Chaitanya Edup started the discussion What is a Vibration Analyzer? in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/what-is-a-vibration-analyzer/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:53:21 +0530 What is a Vibration Analyzer?

A vibration analyzer is used for testing and inspection in manufacturing production facilities, product development laboratories, construction sites and more.

vibration Analyzer

A vibration analyzer measures vibration for the preventative maintenance of manufacturing equipment. A vibration analyzer also is used to assess a machine’s axis…

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]]> add9bf57854e1ce0d307004f19e497f7 Chaitanya Edup started the discussion How can you measure vibration? in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/how-can-you-measure-vibration/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:36:37 +0530 How can you measure vibration?

A complete assessment of exposure to vibration requires the measurement of vibration acceleration in meters per second squared (m/s2).

Vibration exposure direction is also important and is measured in defined directions. Vibration frequencies and duration of exposure are also determined.

How hard a person grips a tool affects the amount…

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]]> 21ec214a2482d54eff97bb55c43bb18b Chaitanya Edup started the discussion Vibration Field Instruments Standards in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/vibration-field-instruments-standards/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:15:27 +0530 Vibration Field Instruments Standards

Vibration/proximity probes for vibration detection shall conform to API RP 670 and API RP 678 as relevant standards.

]]> b7ed00ea1f6ff0e373698e19c970267d Chaitanya Edup started the discussion Shutdown/Blowdown Application in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/shutdown-blowdown-application/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:12:53 +0530 Shutdown/Blowdown Application

Hydraulic or pneumatic single-acting spring return operated actuators should be used for shut-down valves.

Double-acting actuators may be used when this proves beneficial based on evaluation including weight, space, and price.

Hydraulic actuators should be used.

Hydraulic accumulators shall be of the piston type, nitrogen-charged, with…

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]]> 4d6a04ac7192ad6112ae7271182b3880 Chaitanya Edup started the discussion On/Off Valve Actuators Requirements in the forum Instrumentation https://learn.automationcommunity.com/groups/instrumentation/forum/discussion/on-off-valve-actuators-requirements/ Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:11:59 +0530 On/Off Valve Actuators Requirements

At minimum supply pressure, the actuator’s torque/thrust shall be 25 % above maximum torque/thrust required at max. the differential pressure across the valve.

The actuator shall be provided with a local indicator showing the valve position.

By loss of signal/supply the valve shall take the position required.

Devices for control of the speed…

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]]> 353cea7d26bc7820d4398ac20188a898 Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Introduction to Measurement & Control PPT. Instrument – a […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/29/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:44:34 +0530 Introduction to Measurement & Control PPT.

Instrument – a mechanical or electronic device that measures the present value of a quantity under observation.

Control – is a device that regulates and guides a process quantity against a previously selected standard or reference.

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]]> 0 12343e03407b26daa1773f479ba146ed Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Units of Measurement PPT. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/28/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:42:50 +0530 Units of Measurement PPT.

]]> 0 52600b584b4d95b95cfa970f74ea4768 Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Final Control Elements - overview In a fluid flow […] https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/27/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:41:01 +0530 Final Control Elements – overview

In a fluid flow process the final element regulates the rate of flow.
Most final control elements are valves.
But also included are controlled-volume pumps and variable-speed pump drives.
A valve used as a final control element consists of a valve, an actuator and piping.
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]]> 0 eb7afbdd23cdf476c8b021b7f6c0207d Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Pneumatic Automatic Control PPT. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/26/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:39:38 +0530 Pneumatic Automatic Control PPT.

]]> 0 79141a1ade30452ac76e6f68082e2a7d Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Basic Pressure Measurement Instrumentation PPT. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/23/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:35:42 +0530 Basic Pressure Measurement Instrumentation PPT.

]]> 0 c8d29879c446745bfb5d858aea87ac33 Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Temperature Measurement and Control PPT. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/22/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:34:45 +0530 Temperature Measurement and Control PPT.

]]> 0 f4e05b3ff3f48c57105a95d4bce418e2 Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Liquid-Level Measurement and Control PPT. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/21/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:34:03 +0530 Liquid-Level Measurement and Control PPT.

]]> 0 ac131f41af4173fb599b216f1ca69ec3 Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Basic Flow Measurement Instrumentation PPT. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/20/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:33:01 +0530 Basic Flow Measurement Instrumentation PPT.

]]> 0 ac2c57390d81842023fae340b11f75f3 Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: Instrumentation Other Sensors https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/19/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:25:24 +0530 Instrumentation Other Sensors

]]> 0 668b184c2a7630f948a4d1629ae5b66a Padhu posted an update in the group Instrumentation: A Presentation about PID controllers used in the process control. https://learn.automationcommunity.com/news-feed/p/18/ Mon, 13 Jul 2020 06:26:28 +0530 A Presentation about PID controllers used in the process control.

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