Before any transformer hums, turbine spins, or control system switches to “ON,” one decisive moment determines whether design has truly become reality — the acceptance test. For infrastructure built under FIDIC, EPC, or lender-financed frameworks, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) are the formal checkpoints where engineering, quality, and finance intersect. They are not mere technical rituals;...
Every successful infrastructure or energy project — whether it’s a high-voltage substation, a bridge span, or a wind-turbine tower — shares one common factor: a living QA/QC plan that governs how quality is achieved, measured, and proven. Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) are often treated as technical checklists, but in practice they are the heartbeat of...
Construction has commenced on a cutting-edge 150 MW wind park grid connection project in a high-altitude mountain region, with Clarion Owners Engineer overseeing the project as the Works Supervisor and Silver& Yellow FIDIC Engineer. This major renewable energy infrastructure project, executed under the Silver FIDIC EPC (Engineer, Procure and Construct) contract, is set to bring...
The role of the Owner’s Engineer (OE) in supervising EPC/FIDIC contracts is indeed pivotal for project success. Here’s a concise breakdown of the OE’s responsibilities during various project phases: 1. Pre-construction phase 2. Design phase 3. Construction phase 4. Commissioning and testing phase 5. Project close-out and handover 6. Claims and dispute resolution Importance of...
