Automated Commissioning for AMB Systems

Take Control of Commissioning

With Automated Commissioning, Waukesha Magnetic Bearings puts the power of commissioning in the hands of its customers.

Commissioning is traditionally done by the magnetic bearing supplier, but with Automated Commissioning the OEM or end user can commission their own solution, giving them full capability on the equipment they operate.

Automated commissioning for active magnetic bearing systems

Automated Scripts

Automated Commissioning is a toolkit of automated scripts running on an external computer and communicating with the AMB controller via a standard Internet protocol. The process replicates the knowledge of a skilled commissioning engineer and speeds up commissioning with a consistent, repeatable process.

The software automatically checks the build of the machine, with sensors and amplifiers checked for the expected functionality when the rotor position is manipulated by applying power to the magnets.

The use of a machine-specific configuration file means the check is repeatable and customized, thereby ensuring correct settings and targets. The software setup can proceed with minimal supervision and offer the results in an automatically generated report.

The script also ensures that all relevant measurements are taken and archived. It sets up and collects results from the controller spectrum and transfer function facility without the user needing to save files through the browser interface. The combination of tuning script and controller capability removes the need for dynamic signal analysis equipment.

Training programs prepare customer commissioning engineers, and remote support from AMB specialists is available if needed.

Total Cost of Ownership

Automated Commissioning speeds up commissioning, provides automatic checks after maintenance, generates performance insights from commissioning records, and overall, provides the customer with cost savings.

Advantages for OEMs

Ability to commission independently
Ability to maintain independently
Faster commissioning on first of class
Rapid commissioning for repeat units
Options for remote support by AMB specialists
Automated commissioning record
Consistent commissioning process
Consistent tuning for repeat units
Reduces need for AMB specialists

Advantages for End Users

Automatic checks after maintenance – independent of suppliers, meaning reduced downtime
Faster commissioning for reduced site time and cost
Automated commissioning records for rapid identification of machine performance degradation
Consistent tuning for repeat units
Reduced need for dedicated, specialized support
Options for remote support by AMB specialists
Simplified process for matching the OEM factory build

Integration with AMB Controllers

Automated Commissioning is available on Waukesha Magnetic Bearings digital controllers. Older NGC controllers are upgradeable on a case by case basis.

Digital Magnetic Bearing Controllers

Zephyr controller – for machinery in the power range of 1 to 18 MW
Chinook controller – for machinery in the power range of 10 to 25 MW
Elephanta controller – for machinery in the power range of 15 to 80 MW

Downloads

Automated Commissioning Information Sheet