Technical >> Mechanical & Utility Engineering

Practical Pump & Valve Technology

TM194

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Course Overview

The Training will introduce delegates to the different types of pumps and valves and their associated terminology. Centrifugal and positive-displacement pumps, packing, mechanical seals and sealing systems, bearings and couplings will all be discussed. Valves for isolation and valves for control will be addressed.

Course Objective

  • Have an understanding of the different types of pumps and their associated terminology
  • Have an understanding of Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, packing, mechanical seals and sealing systems, bearings and couplings
  • Have an understanding of different parameters affecting the operation of valves
  • Have the ability to select the right valve for the particular application and to perform the necessary calculation for valve sizing
  • Have the ability to perform troubleshooting of systems involving valves

Who Should Attend?

  • Technicians
  • Supervisors
  • Team Leaders

Course Outline

Pumping Systems

Pump Types and Terminology

Pump Performance

Friction in Valves, Piping & Fittings

Cavitation in pumps and valves

Positive Displacement Pumps

Reciprocating Pumps

Reciprocating Pump Valves

Rotary Pumps – scroll and gear types

Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring

Centrifugal Pumps

Pump Components

Achieving Pump Reliability

Sealing Systems

Bearings – failure modes and how to extend life

Lubrication

Plain Bearings

Valves Technology

Types of Valves

Valves Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Training Methodology

  • Presentation & Slides
  • Audio Visual Aids
  • Interactive Discussion
  • Participatory Exercise
  • Action Learning
  • Class Activities
  • Case Studies
  • Workshops
  • Simulation

Terms & Conditions

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