Controller Tuning & Design, LLC

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"I had the opportunity to work with Ron on a combined cycle power plant just north of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Ronald was the lead DCS/Controls Commissioning Engineer and I was lead Electrical Commissioning Engineer on the project, so we had a lot of interface while verifying the electrical controls on the project. Ron is a very intelligent, thorough and efficient person who knows his area of expertise well. The thing I liked the most about Ron was that he had a real understanding of what was going on at my end (field side) when we were verifying the controls which made it much easier to get the job done. The other thing I liked is how Ron could verify controls with 2 or 3 people in the field at a time and keep track of everything. Also, he was aware of my own busy schedule and time constraints on the project and would plan the work such that my time in the field was used very efficiently. I can recommend Ron without reservation; he is a top notch professional who will add much to any endeavor with which he is associated."

Kelvin W.
Owner at Electrical Power Solutions, Ltd

"Ron's knowledge and experience with the DCS systems was invaluable in the performance of my duties to commission and efficiently operate the plant mechanical systems. He is highly skilled and able to resolve any issues that come up."

Jerry H.
Mechanical Commissioning Enegineer
Calpine Corporation

“CTD performed the commissioning on our 2x1 combined cycle conversion. This entailed graphic design and configuration, verifying the I/O loops and hardware, development and implementation of control strategies, steam turbine control integration into the Emerson DCS via Modbus links and tuning of the process controls for running in the combined cycle mode. The startup manager with over 28 years of startup experience told me that Ron Wensley is the best and fastest in tuning the control loops that he has ever seen, this allowed the startup crew to meet performance targets with the loops in auto. Ron is extremely knowledgeable in engineering and implementing strategies for controlling any process. I believe that CTD will be a considerable asset on any project.”

Steve W.
Project Manager
El Paso Electric Company

“Ron provided control tuning services multiple times for two natural gas fired combined cycle plants of which I am the manager of. The plant controls had many factory settings, Ron was able to work with control room operators to tune the plants controls system. Plants are now capable to performing starts with just one operator in the control room and one out in the field - as it should be. Ron is very knowledgable in the processes of a combined cycle power plant and plan to have him return to site for additional tuning now that operators are more familiar with how "the plant should operate" and not how it does operate.”

Dana M.
Plant Manager

“I worked with Ronald in the startup and commissioning phase of a power plant in El Paso, TX. The task was not an easy one because of lack of engineering support. The list of loose ends was enormous and with Ronald's engineering and experience, the job was completed on time. Ronald was able to solve the problems we had with the design, communications, and logic of the control system. I would look forward to working with Ronald again on any project.”

Rick C.
E&C Field Engineer
RR Crossen Inc

“Ron was instrumental in ensuring effective combustion optimization systems at two installations. His controls knowledge and active involvement contributed greatly to all phases of implementation. His input was invaluable towards achieving project goals.”

Phil H.
Performance Engineer
Black & Veech

“Ronald and I worked together to get a difficult project accomplished. His willingness to share his expertice and work as a team were invaluable. If you are looking for someone who has great technical skills and the ability to teach them Ronald would be one of the first people I would go to.”

Peter K.
Buyer
Alliant Energy

“Ron was in charge of the DCS/Controls work at a 1X1 combined cycle natural gas power plant in Canada. Though there were ongoing technical issues with the DCS system being used, Ron successfully "Captained the ship" and saw the plant through to successful conclusion. One of the things I liked most about Ron is that he understood how valuable everyone's time was and, while we worked together to verify electrical control loops throughout the plant Ron was able to optimize not only his time but yours as well, planning the work in such a way that everyone benefited. If you have controls work requiring Ron's expertise, I can highly recommend him. His technical excellence and winsome personality will make him a valuable contributor on any project and as part of any team to which he belongs.”

Kelvin W.
Owner
Electrical Power Solutions, Ltd.

“Ron is a knowledgeable control system engineer who is observant, analytical and always seeking to learn more. It is a pleasure to work with him.”

Howard R.
Principal Engineer
NeuCO, Inc.

“Ron is very knowledgeable in all aspects of power plant operations. He was an integral part of the changes made to the NOx emisissions control system here at Ontelaunee Energy Center. He works well with team members and has vast knowledge of environmental regulations. I would work with Ron again and recommend him to another power plant.”

Jessica A.
Environmental Specialist
Ontelaunee Energy Center

"Recently our company hired Ronald Wensley of Controller Tuning & Design as a control specialist to implement the parallel operation of two valves for a Fuel Gas compression application.

As an Electrical & Control start up engineer I have had a chance to worked with a few specialists who have their training in their product line only such as Siemens, Allen-Bradle, GE, and others.

I am confident to say that I found Mr. Wensley a complete control specialist who has in depth knowledge about process in terms of mathematical models. I have never seen anyone, who in the field, to understand the process in mathematical models first and then tune the process according to these mathematical models.

At the end of this project we implemented the parallel valve operation successfully with complete customer satisfaction.

I would like to recommend Controller Tuning & Design's services to all industry people who are looking for a company that has an in depth knowledge of control and tuning parameters with confidence."

Imran H.
Electrical Engineer
KOBELCO EDTI COMPRESSORS, INC.

"Our plant was experiencing an unloading of the steam turbine whenever we performed a cold start of the plant. We called Controller Tuning & Design because of their reputation and asked them to investigate the cause of this problem. Using a systematic approach, CTD worked through each layer of the problem until the root cause was discovered. They then provided us with a solution to our problem that works extremely well and has completely eliminated the original issue. We now use CTD to tune all of our boiler controls and help with all our control issues.

I can highly recommend CTD to tune your boiler and solve your most difficult control system problems."

David Gibson
Plant Manager
Ontelaunee Energy Center
Dynegy Mid-West

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