The document summarizes an internship project to replace an outdated fire pump controller at an Xcel Energy plant. The intern was responsible for researching replacement options, selecting a new controller, coordinating the installation, and managing the project. Key tasks included requirements gathering, vendor selection, documentation, and installation testing. Challenges included establishing terms, safety protocols, and coordinating the work between departments. The replacement project is ongoing with future work to convert the engine and fully install the new controller.

1. Internship
Presentation
By: Nadeem Qandeel
E&C Intern
EE Major-SCSU
Graduating in 12/2015
Responsible
By Nature

2. Outline
 Overview of internship
 Project
 Background
 Problem statement
 Product specs
 Tasks
 Challenges
 Project management
 Conclusion

3. The Internship
 Xcel Energy
 SHERCO plant
 Engineering &
Construction

4. Fire Pump Controller Project
 Sprinkler system
 Controller is the
brain
 Starts the engine
 Engine pumps
water
Background

5.  Controller
replacement
 Manufacturer is out of
business
 Old Controller
 Not up to date with
latest NFPA standards
 Positive ground
connection
Fire Pump Controller Project
Problem Statement

6. Product Specs
Fire Pump Controller Project
 Monitors systems and auto start
 Regulates 2 batteries for engine
 2 battery chargers
 Test timer for weekly test
 Heater/Humidistat
 NEMA 12 enclosure
 Visual and audible alarms for:
 Engine failed to start
 Engine over speed
 Engine cooling water high temp
 Engine low lube oil pressure
 AC or battery charger failure

7.  Read manuals
 Search for vendors
 Team discussion
 Review proposals
 Scope of work document
 Select controller options
 Maximo
 Review drawings
Tasks
Fire Pump Controller Project

8.  Negative ground connection
 Coordination
 Establishing terms and conditions
 Safety
Fire Pump Controller Project
Challenges

9. Fire Pump Controller Project
21-May 10-Jun 30-Jun 20-Jul 9-Aug 29-Aug 18-Sep 8-Oct
Requirements gathering
Analysis
Alignment with other departments
Design comparisons
Vendor selection & Customization
Establishing terms and conditions
Documentation
Drawings revision (Demo)
Installation
Testing
Start Date 25-May 15-Jun 25-May 22-Jun 26-Jun
1-Jul 25-May 20-Jun 4-Sep 8-Sep
Tasks Duration 21 7 115 4 4 27 115 25 4 2
Project management
Budget: $ 100,000

10.  Project is in progress
 Future work
 Engine conversion
 Installation of controller
Conclusion
Intern Experience
 Accountability
 Operational Excellence
 Relationship Focused

11. Questions?