Training Course Objectives
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Have an understanding of the different types of pumps and their associated terminology
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Have an understanding of Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, packing, mechanical seals and sealing systems, bearings and couplings
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Have an understanding of different parameters affecting the operation of valves
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Have the ability to select the right valve for the particular application and to perform the necessary calculation for valve sizing
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Have the ability to perform troubleshooting of systems involving valves
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Have the ability to decide on the right maintenance plan concerning different types of valves
Pumping Systems
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Introduction
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Pump Types and Terminology
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Pump Performance (Centrifugal and Positive Displacement)
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Understanding Head
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Types of Head: Friction, Pressure, Static & Velocity
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Friction in Valves, Piping & Fittings
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Calculating Actual Head in a System
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Cavitation in Pumps and Valves
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Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH)
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Vapour and Gas Cavitation
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Flashing vs. Cavitation
Pump Types
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Positive Displacement Pumps
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Reciprocating Pumps
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Reciprocating Pump Valves
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Rotary Pumps – scroll and gear types
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Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring
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Centrifugal Pumps
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Centrifugal Pump Theory
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Pump Components
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Matching Pumps with Drivers
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Performance Analysis
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Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring
Achieving Pump Reliability
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Sealing Systems
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Conventional Packing Glands, Mechanical Seals & Flush Plans
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Seal Failure Mechanisms
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Maintenance and Repair of Mechanical Seals
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Bearings – failure modes and how to extend life
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Lubrication
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Plain Bearings
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Anti-Friction Bearings
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Couplings & Alignment
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Couplings
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Alignment & Balancing
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Foundations & Bedplates
Valves Technology
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Types of Valves (globe, gate, ball, plug, check)
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Flow Characteristics
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Flow through Valves
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Valve Flow Characteristics
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Linear, Quick Opening & Equal %
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Valve Sizing
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Calculating the Correct Cv Value
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Selecting Valve Size Using Valve Coefficient
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Calculations for Correct Valve Selection
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Sealing Performance
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Leakage Classifications
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Sealing Mechanisms
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Valve Stem Seals
Valves Troubleshooting & Maintenance
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High Pressure Drop
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Pressure Recovery Characteristics
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Flow Choking
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High Velocities
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Water Hammer
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What causes water hammer?
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Solutions for Water Hammer
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Troubleshooting the Control & Isolation Valves
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Review of Common Faults
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Developing a Preventive Maintenance Plan
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Review of the Week & Wrap-Up
Targeted Audience
Dates and Venues
The training course is held every week and in all countries.
To register for this course, please fill out the form below. Email is mandatory.
