Training For Engineer- Adaltis Personal Lab.

20 May 2013, Monday, Italy

Training on Theory:

I was introduced with the new model of P-Lab. According to the trainer, there is no different between classic model and new model but the syringes. New P-Lab was fixed with micro pumps instead the syringes. The rest of the mechanical and electrical parts are the same. This is a good improvement as I understand, the stepper motor of the micropumps move up to 4000 steps compare 3000 steps for classic model. I won't explain more-this is too technical and people won't care about this anyway. My point is simply saying that Adaltis is always find ways to improve their products.

We went through all related data stored inside the registry. Some data can be modified by QC Engineers only and some other can be modified by Service Engineers. We focus more on software- how to configure the software to optimize the function of the machine according to user’s wish.

QC Department Visit:

I requested to visit the QC department to see how they work and the operation of the whole department. 

Entrance to Adaltis compound.

21 May 2013, Tuesday, Italy

I was taught the fundamental idea of application software. How to create protocol files (.prt), profile files (.prf), and session files (.ssn). I was given a chance to create my own protocol. Although it is not our main job, it is essence knowledge for engineers to get familiar with the machine.

We went through the PLab Block Diagrams. These diagrams help us to isolate the problems efficiently during troubleshooting. It explains hoe every component connected to other components.

22 May 2013, Wednesday, Italy

We started to touch the machine. This new model is found to be more end-user-friendly but not necessarily to engineers. We took more time to open the covers. More crews located at finger’s unreachable areas. But in operation perspective, it does help us a bit- We don’t have to change the syringes during the maintenance.

We went through most of the software functions to understand the theory behind them. Only that we can know how far the instrument can help us to operate/troubleshoot the problems happened.

New model of Personal Lab with bar code scanner

23 May 2013, Thursday, Italy

The whole training hours were spent for hands on. I was asked to perform the full calibration for the machine. I was introduced to the few ‘self made special tools’. They are basically used by the QC and Service Engineers.

24 May 2013, Friday, Italy

Troubleshooting session is a must for engineer’s training. Trainers created the problems to be solved by the trainee. They shared with me their experiences and how they solved it. I also took this opportunity to share our experiences and asked for their advices.

Thanks to these guys a.k.a trainers. You guys are awesome.

QC Department Visit:

Again, I requested to go to QC department. The purpose is to see myself how they installed the software and operate the new PLab. 

I gained more confidence to serve more in this line and help my team to solve few puzzles we are having now. This is the rare chance and a big opportunity for me as a trainee as well as AEM’s representative.