Factory Acceptance Test (FAT Test)

The factory acceptance test (FAT) refers to the functional test that is
performed by the vendor upon completion of the manufacturing process
to prove the equipment has the same specification and functionality that
indicated in the datasheet, specification and purchase order.

The test typically is witnessed by the third party inspector and customer
representative (purchaser). The term of “factory acceptance test” are
used by vendors rather than customers and is implied for electrical,
rotating and skid mounted units. We never use this term for fixed
equipment such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, etc.

Factory Acceptance Test in Pump

Normally pump performance test, net positive suction head test (NPSH
Test) and mechanical running test are done in one visit and can be
categorized as FAT test. Obviously, the pump casing inspection,
impeller, and rotor dynamic balancing test are done before FAT Test.

FAT Test in Compressor

Similarly, the compressor performance test and mechanical running test

are done on the same day and can be considered as a FAT test.
Obviously, casing inspection, impeller and rotor "high speed test" and
dynamic balancing test are done prior to the FAT test.

FAT Test in Gas or Steam Turbine

Similarly, the turbine performance and mechanical running test can be

considered as turbine FAT test.

FAT Test in Induction Motor

The routine test, winding resistance test, locked rotor test, temperature
rise test, load test, etc. can be considered as induction motor FAT test.

Several inspection visits are performed before reaching to the FAT test
and generally 1 more visit is conducted after FAT test for Final
inspection. In the final inspection, the equipment is subjected to the
dimensional inspection, visual inspection (coating included), and
document review.

For document review, the third party inspector shall check the
"inspection and test plan" against the final book. Any item that being
marked "review" at the ITP should have an inspection report or test
report on the "final book."

The manufacturer provides FAT test procedure to the customer for

approval. The inspector shall review the procedures and make sure the
FAT test is done based on the approved version of the test procedure.

The manufacturer provides FAT test report upon completion of the test.
It is the inspector responsibility to review the test report and match
measured value against acceptance criteria indicated in the approved
procedure or datasheet.

FAT Test for Rotary Equipment

Reciprocating Compressor, Centrifugal Pump, Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, Fan and
Blower,Centrifugal Compressor, Screw Compressor Testing, Centrifugal Pump Performance
Test,Centrifugal Compressor Testing, Reciprocating Compressor Testing, Fan Mechanical
Running test,Fan Performance Test

FAT Test for Electrical Equipment

Generator, Power Transformer, Induction Motor, Control Panel, Bus Duct, UPS Storage
Battery,Battery Charger, Power Cable, Switchgear, Electrical Insulator, Gas Circuit
Breaker