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SIWES TECHNICAL REPORT 2020
A TECHNICAL REPORT ON STUDENT

INDUSTRIAL WORK EXPERIENCE SCHEME
(S.I.W.E.S)
UNDERTAKING AT
XTIE EDWARDS NIGERIA LIMITED
OTA, OGUN STATE.
BY
OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN
180808510
DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS
FACULTY OF SCIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS
SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE AWARD OF

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.SC) IN
PHYSICS
FROM
NOVEMBER 2019 TO JANUARY 2020
OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

CERTIFICATION
This is to certify that I, OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN

a student of Physics department, University of Lagos, Akoka with matriculation number
180808510 prepared the following technical report to give details of my Student
Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) during my stay at XTIE Edwards Nigeria
Limited, from November 2019 to January 2020.
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Student date
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Industry based supervisor date
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Institution based supervisor date

ABSTRACT
This Industrial training report presents the experience garnered during my 3 months of
industrial training undertaken at XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited, Ota, Ogun state.
My training was on Mecha-tronics and its industrial applications
During this period, I acquired practical knowledge on how to disassemble, repair,

replace, install, trace faults and reassemble different part of some basic industrial
pneumatic and electro- pneumatic system.
This report discusses the technical skills gained during the training period and justifying
the relevance of the scheme in equipping students with needed technical competence to
thrive in the real world.

ACKNOWLEGDEMENTS
Firstly, and of most pivotal importance, my profound gratitude is to ALMIGHTY GOD,

for his mercy, grace and spirit that lead me throughout my Student Industrial Work
Experience Scheme.
I will like to thank the Industrial Training Fund for their foresight in putting this program
to place and also to the Department of Physics, University of Lagos, for providing the
platform on which this program was initiated.
I want to say a big thank you to my industrial based supervisor, Engr.Akinwale
Olanipekun, the technician in my unit, Mr. Gozie, my Senior Colleagues Ife, James,
Austin and Charles who helped with solutions to my numerous questions.
I am grateful to XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD for giving me the opportunity to learn and
understand the workings of pneumatic and electro-pneumatic sytems.
I appreciate the effort of my parents for providing the tools as well as the financial
resources I used during my period of training.
I give special thanks to all my colleague and friend for their support, collaboration and
corroboration through the program.
Finally, to my Institution based supervisor Dr. OJO for his effort and time he took to
check up on me during my period of Industrial Training.

TABLE OF CONTENT
Title Page
Certification ………………………………………………………………………1
Abstract ………………………………………….…………………………….….2
Acknowledgements ……………………………….………………………….…...3
Table of Content ….…………………………………………………………….…4
List of Figures …………………………………………………….……………….6
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION TO THE TRAINING PROGRAM

1.0 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND OF SIWES………………………………...…....7
1.1 SIWES OBJECTIVES………………………………………………………………………...8
CHAPTER 2
ESTABLISHMENT’S PROFILE
2.0 DESCRIPTION OF XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited …………………………..8
2.1 OBJECTIVES OF XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited ………………………….....8
2.2 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited .......9
CHAPTER 3
THE TRAINING PROGRAM

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF WORK DONE…………………………………………………………... 12
3.1 TOOLS REQUIRED………………………………………………………………………….. 12
3.2 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM…………………………………………………….….. 13
3.2.1 ACTUATOR …………………………………………………………………….…….. 13
3.2.2 PNEUMATIC SOLENOID VALVE ……………………………………….……..14
3.2.3 REGULATOR…………………………………………………………………………... 16
3.2.4 SPEED OR FLOW VALVE …………………………………………………………...17
3.2.6 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM COMPRESSOR………………………………………………18
3.2.5 ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC SYSTEM………………………………………………….… 19
3.3 ELETRO-PNEUMATICS SYSTEM…………………………………………………………19

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CHAPTER 4
OBSERVATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

4.0 OBSERVATIONS………………………………………………………………………………20
4.1 CHALLENGES ENCOUNTERED DURING TRAINING PERIOD………………………….21
4.2 CONTRIBUTIONS……………………………………………………………………………..21
CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

5.0 CONCLUSION………………………………………………………………………………….22
5.1 RECOMMENDATION…………………………………………………………………………22

LIST OF FIGURES
Fig 2.0 – Organizational Structure of XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited …….. 10

Fig 2.1 – Work flow chart of XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited ………………… 11
Fig. 2.0 – Typical Diagram Of A Pneumatic System.……………………….. 13
Fig. 3.0 – MAIN COMPONENT OF A PNEUMATIC SYSTEM …..……… 14
Fig 3.2 – ACTUATOR …………………………………………………. 15
Fig. 3.2.3 – PNEUMATIC SOLENOID VALVE…………………………15
Fig.3.2.4 – REGULATOR ………………………..……………………….16
Fig 3.2.5 – FLOW CONTROL VALVE…….……………………………..17
Fig 3.2.6 – PNEUMATIC SYSTEM COMPRESSOR .…………………..18
Fig.3.3a – ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC STATION…………………..…….. 19

Fig.3.3b – ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC SYSTEM…………………………..19

CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION TO TRAINING PROGRAM
1.0 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND OF SIWES
The Student Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) was initiated in 1973 by the
Industrial Training Fund (ITF). This was to update practical knowledge of students in the
Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Technology. It was aimed at bridging the gap
between the theoretical knowledge acquired in classes and technical knowledge in the
industry by providing students with the opportunities to apply their educational
knowledge in real work situations.
Over the years, SIWES has contributed immensely to building the common pool of
technical and allied skills available in the Nigeria economy which are needed for the
nation’s industrial development.
Furthermore, the place and relevance of SIWES is underscored by the fact that the
scheme contributes to improving the quality of technical skills generally available in the
pool from which employers’ source technical manpower.
Its gives student the opportunity to blend the theoretical knowledge acquired in the
classroom with practical hands on application of knowledge required to perform work in
the industry. Also, it prepares students for employment and makes the transition from
school to the world of work easier after graduation.
I undertook my SIWES at Ark XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited, Ota, Ogun state from
NOVEMBER 2019 to January 2020.

1.1 OBJECTIVES OF SIWES
The objectives of the student’s industrial work experience scheme are to:
• Provide students in higher institution with opportunity to acquire industrial

skills and experience during their course of study.
• Prepare students for the industrial work situation they are to meet after graduation.
• Present the students with the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge gained to
real world situations, thereby bridging the gap between theory and practice.
• Make the transition from school to the industrial world easier and enhance
student’s contacts for later job placements.
• Expose the students to work methods and techniques in handling equipment

and machinery that may not be available in their institutions.
• Enlist and strengthen employer’s involvement in the entire educational process

and prepare students for employment in industry and commerce.

CHAPTER 2
ESTABLISHMENT’S PROFILE
2.0 DESCRIPTION OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD
XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD is a multi-vendor Pet blowing and drinking water
production company designed to deliver cutting edge sales and support services to their
customers. XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD have the technical capability and spare part
capacity to provide unparalleled services Operating with required consistency, XTIE
EDWARDS NIG LTD has evolved to a highly efficient, international organization with
its corporate head office at Ogun State, in Nigeria. XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD believes
that future growth and market strength is dependent upon consistent quality service
delivery to customers, the recruitment and nurturing of superior talents that have
professional and personal integrity, and responsibility to their communities and the
environment.
2.1 OBJECTIVES OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD
 To build a world class technology company that exceeds the expectations of clients
while delivering exceptional values to all stakeholders
 To deliver exceptional services to their customers

2.2 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD
CEO
GMD
General Managing
Director
Busines
Operations FC/QC s
Officers Development Production
Finance Officers
controller/Quality
Team Lead/Regional Controller Relation Officer Production
Manager North Engineers
Inventory
Management
E-Business Officer
Team Lead/Regional Trainee
Manager South East Human Resource
Management
Team Lead/Regional
Account Officer
Manager South West
Team Lead/Regional
Manager South South
Help Desk
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Client
Business
Help Desk
Development
Engineer Production
Fig 2.1 WORK FLOW CHART OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD
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CHAPTER 3
THE TRAINING PROGRAM
3.0 DESCRIPTION OF WORK DONE

During my stay in Xtie Edwards Nigeria Limited, I was assigned to the Engineering
department as a Technician.
3.1 TOOLS REQUIRED

The major/important tools required are:
• Allen key
• Flat heads screw drivers
• Star heads screw drivers
• Plier
• Cutter
• Type 6,7 and 8 spanners
• Multimeter
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3.2 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM

3.2.1 Pneumatics
A Pneumatic system is a system that uses compressed air to transmit and control energy.
Pneumatic system s are used extensively in various industries . Most pneumatic systems
rely on a constant supply of compressed air to make them work. This is provided by an
air compressor.
My training was on the pneumatic systems and some basic component of pneumatic
systems .
Fig. 2.0 Typical diagram of a pneumatic system
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The main component of the compressed air production , transportation, an distribution
system consist of air compressor, electric motor and motor control centre, pressure
switch, check valve, storage tank, pressure gauge, auto drain, air dryer, filters, air
lubricator, pipelines, and different type of valves. The main component of air consuming
system consist of intake filter, compressor, air take off valve, auto drain, air service unit,
directional valve, actuators, and speed controllers. Basic components of the pneumatic
system are shown in figure below;
Fig. 3.0 MAIN COMPONENT OF A PNEUMATIC SYSTEM
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3.2.2 ACTUATOR
An actuator is a component of a machine that is responsible for moving and controlling a

mechanism or system, for example by opening a valve . In simple terms “it is a mover”.
An actuator requires a control signal and a source of energy.
Fig. 3.2.2 ACTUATOR
3.2.3 PNEUMATIC SOLENOID VALVE
Solenoid valves are electrically operated valves that control the direction and flow of
pressurized air to and from pneumatic actuators or circuits.
Fig. 3.2.3 PNEUMATIC SOLENOID VALVE
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3.2.4 REGULATOR
Regulators control circuit pressure or force. Pressure is a measure of force acting is a

measure of force acting over a specific area (P = force/area. These devices are fitted with
mechanical fitted with mechanical components that react to changes in the downstream
air pressure. The regulator attempts to automatically maintain a constant (preset) pressure
within a pneumatic circuit as long as the supply (reservoir) pressure is greater than the
required circuit pressure. The reading on the regulator-mounted gauge indicates the
regulated or circuit pressure
Fig.3.2.4 REGULATOR
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3.2.5 SPEED OR FLOW VALVES
Flow valves control the speed of air flow into or out of a pneumatic circuit or component.
Flow is a measure of the volume of air moving through the circuit or component over a
period of time (Flow = volume/time). Flow control is adjusted using the needle valve.
Screwing the needle valve outward increases the flow rate, the higher the flow rate, the
faster the component will operate.
Fig 3.2.5 FLOW CONTROL VALVE
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3.2.6 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM COMPRESSOR
A compressor is a mechanical device that increases the pressure of a gas by reducing its
volume . An air compressor is a specific type of gas compressor.
Compressors are similar to pumps :both increase the pressure on a fluid and both can
transport the fluid through a pipe. As gases are compressible, the compressor also
reduces the volume of a gas. Liquids are relatively incompressible; while some can be
compressed, the main action is to pressurize and transport liquids.
Fig. 3.2.6 COMPRESSOR
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3.3 ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC SYSTEM
The electro-pneumatic action is a control system for pipe organs, whereby air pressure,
controlled by an electric current and operated by the keys of an organ console, opens and
closes valves within wind chests, allowing the pipes to speak. This system also allows the
console to be physically detached from the organ itself.
Fig.3.3a ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC STATION
Fig 3.3b ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC SYSTEM
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CHAPTER 4
OBSERVATIONS AND CONTRIBUTION
4.0 OBSERVATIONS
I observed the huge gap between the school environment and a labor market, as the labor
market is a completely different game with expectations and complete participation in the
movement and the progress of the firm.
I also observed that safety was paramount and it could easy be seen as the primary goal
of every staff of the company and not only the technicians. As safety equipment and
instructions were always put in place or made available at strategic locations within the
company. workshop to the service desks to the customer care centers to the offices to the
receptions.
Neatness was also a key attribute as even though the job is usually seen as a dirty job,
technicians were always admonished to be as neat as possible in their dressing and in
carrying out their duties. This was further encouraged by rewarding technicians that
could fully adhere to this
The hospitality shown to customers was of another level as customers were treated with
so much care and respect
Communication played a vital role in the successful execution of jobs, from among
personnel in a section to departments communicating with other departments present in
the company and also customers with company’s personnel. Good flow of information
was required and as a result most jobs that were returned or problematic, come about as a
result of poor communication between parties.
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4.1 CHALLENGES ENCOUNTERED DURING TRAINING PERIOD

During the cause of the training, there were limits in exposure to the handling of some
powerful tools that could have facilitated the efficiency and conserved the time of the
work allocated to me.
4.2 CONTRIBUTIONS
I contributed massively and immensely to the progress and the credibility of the
company, I also was involved with my colleagues in the production department thereby
yielding job efficiency and effectiveness in the department.
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CHAPTER 5
CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION
5.0 CONCLUSION
My industrial attachment as a technician at XTIE EDWARDS NIGERIA LIMITED was
a huge success and a great time of knowledge and skill acquisition. Through my training
I was able to appreciate my chosen course of study even more, because I had the
opportunity to blend the theoretical knowledge acquired from school with the practical
hands-on application of knowledge gained here to perform very important tasks that
contributed in a way to my productivity in the company. My training here has given me a
broader view to the importance and relevance of my course in the immediate society and
the world at large. I have been able to reconcile the connection between my course of
study and other disciplines in producing a successful result.
5.1 RECOMMENDATION
I use this means to proffer recommendations concerning the SIWES
i. I recommend that the attachment or training period for this program or scheme
should be extended more than 3 months’ as students do not really get total
involvement in the activities of firms due to the short period of time
ii. I also recommend that there is a form of financial assistance to students because
most find it difficult to leave home to their respective firms every day and on a
regular basis and this is due to their lack of financial resource.
iii. I recommend that students are sent specifically to establishment where the
stipulated aims and objectives of SIWES would be achieved
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SIWES TECHNICAL REPORT 2020

A TECHNICAL REPORT ON STUDENT

SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE AWARD OF

NOVEMBER 2019 TO JANUARY 2020

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

This is to certify that I, OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN

Industry based supervisor date

Institution based supervisor date

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

My training was on Mecha-tronics and its industrial applications

During this period, I acquired practical knowledge on how to disassemble, repair,

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

Firstly, and of most pivotal importance, my profound gratitude is to ALMIGHTY GOD,

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

INTRODUCTION TO THE TRAINING PROGRAM

THE TRAINING PROGRAM

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

OBSERVATIONS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION

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Fig 2.0 – Organizational Structure of XTIE Edwards Nigeria Limited …….. 10

Fig.3.3a – ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC STATION…………………..…….. 19

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

INTRODUCTION TO TRAINING PROGRAM

1.0 INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND OF SIWES

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

1.1 OBJECTIVES OF SIWES

• Provide students in higher institution with opportunity to acquire industrial

• Expose the students to work methods and techniques in handling equipment

• Enlist and strengthen employer’s involvement in the entire educational process

OKEKE ONYEBUCHI JOHN 180808510

2.0 DESCRIPTION OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD

2.1 OBJECTIVES OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD

 To deliver exceptional services to their customers

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2.2 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD

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Fig 2.1 WORK FLOW CHART OF XTIE EDWARDS NIG LTD

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THE TRAINING PROGRAM

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF WORK DONE

3.1 TOOLS REQUIRED

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3.2 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM

Fig. 2.0 Typical diagram of a pneumatic system

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Fig. 3.0 MAIN COMPONENT OF A PNEUMATIC SYSTEM

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An actuator is a component of a machine that is responsible for moving and controlling a

Fig. 3.2.2 ACTUATOR

3.2.3 PNEUMATIC SOLENOID VALVE

Fig. 3.2.3 PNEUMATIC SOLENOID VALVE

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Regulators control circuit pressure or force. Pressure is a measure of force acting is a

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3.2.5 SPEED OR FLOW VALVES

Fig 3.2.5 FLOW CONTROL VALVE

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3.2.6 PNEUMATIC SYSTEM COMPRESSOR

Fig. 3.2.6 COMPRESSOR

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3.3 ELECTRO-PNEUMATIC SYSTEM