Factory Acceptance Testing Services, Dubai - UAE

The Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) is a customized testing procedure that evaluates the equipment during and after the assembly process by verifying that it is built and operating in accordance with design specifications. FAT ensures that the components and controls are working properly according to the functionality of the equipment itself. As the name suggests, this testing is performed at the factory.

FAT must be conducted in a thorough and forthright manner. A poor or rushed FAT can lead to missed non conformities, which can only then be corrected after the equipment is installed—which in turn can wreak havoc on a project schedule.

Why use Factory Acceptance Testing Service From Carelabs

FATs are beneficial not just for the buyer and end users but for the manufacturer as well. Both parties can be assured that the equipment meets all the contractual specifications and any issues can be addressed before arriving at the customer’s site.

Our broad factory acceptance test is the most lucrative way to ensure that your equipment or plant operates correctly. As a highly qualified, independent third-party, we have the trusted skills and resources to perform steadfast testing. Alternatively, we can witness appropriate testing on your behalf. In many cases it is difficult to predict the correct operation of the safety instrumented system or consequences due to failures in some parts of the safety instrumented system. For that reason the FAT is a valuable check of the safety issues.

Factory acceptance test helps you to:

• Achieve independent proof of functionality, quality and integrity with our comprehensive checking process.
• Verify all important documents, such as manuals, instructions, plans, drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Ensure that your equipment or plant performs as expected under the testable range of likely conditions, including mishandling and error.

What are the Process in Factory Acceptance Testing

The main objective of the FAT is to test the safety instrumented system (logic solver and associated software together). The tests are normally executed during the final part of the design and engineering phase before the final installation at the plant. The FAT is a customized procedure of checking the safety instrumented system and the safety instrumented functions according to the safety requirements specification.

Following are the points to remember while conducting Factory Acceptance Test:

• Provide a detailed test plan.
• Push the envelope, but use the right materials as well.
• Engage the operators and technicians.
• Be smart about training.
• Create and follow a detailed “failure script.”
• Test parts replacement and changeover procedures.
• Take your time.
• Get a good integrator.
• Work with your supplier, and your supplier will work with you.
• Know the difference between a Factory and Site Acceptance Test.

The purpose of the FAT is to verify the desired functionality of the machine. On acceptance of a FAT, you’ll be looking for items such as:

Completed Factory Acceptance Test Protocol

• Maintenance and users’ manuals.
• Easy-to-use training materials (OPLs, videos, etc.).
• Standard work procedures.
• Standard maintenance procedures.
• Recommended spare parts lists.
• Certificates of compliance.
• As-built technical drawings (electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and process schemes).
• Materials certificates and data sheets.
• Main equipment data sheets.
• Instruments calibration certificates.
• Welding processes qualifications.

How Carelabs Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing?

Before the FAT begins, the manufacturer should present the FAT procedure to the client for review and approval. The procedure should include testing of as much functionality as is practical in the factory and, where possible, should show pass/fail criteria or desired results for each item tested. Once the procedure is approved, the manufacturer should test the equipment before the FAT begins:

Step 1:Process done before Factory Acceptance Test (Pre-FAT)

A pre-planning is necessary for an efficient FAT. The procedures to carry out the FAT shall be well defined and documented in a proper way. Each test procedure shall be described in a logical sequence i.e. How to test the application software and hardware. The needed competence for involved test personnel is described during the planning. It is recommended that personnel with experience suitable for the intended process application and safety instrumented system deals with the FAT planning.

• The testing included in a FAT procedure should be largely derived from the performance criteria defined in the Functional Requirements Document (FRD), which is created by the project team early in the project planning process. The FRD should be the focal point for discussions when interviewing potential system integrators and should be included in the contract/purchase order package.