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Mechanical Equipment: Compressors, Pumps, Motors & Variable Speed Drives



Introduction:


This course will provide a comprehensive understanding of equipment operating characteristics. It will introduce delegates to essential types of mechanical equipment, including positive displacement and dynamic pumps and compressors, motors and drives and their associated systems and components. The applications of these equipment will be discussed along with their suitability for different operational duties and selection criteria. In addition, the course will focus on associated equipment including packing, mechanical sealing systems, bearings and valves. The course will focus on maximizing the efficiency, reliability, and longevity of this equipment by providing a thorough understanding of the characteristics, common problems, condition monitoring and maintenance criteria related to machinery and equipment operation. This course will feature:

 

  • Pumps and pumping systems
  • Discussion of associated equipment such as mechanical seal design, bearings & valves
  • Compressors and compression systems
  • Motors and variable speed drives
  • Condition monitoring and predictive maintenance techniques

Course Objectives:


By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:

 

  • Identify the different types of pumps & compressors, & learn about selection, operation & maintenance strategies
  • Condition, monitor and troubleshoot pump and compressor problems
  • Operate pumps & compressors as close as possible to the design efficiency & monitor their availability & reliability
  • Identify & learn about associated components such as mechanical seals & bearings & identify their failure mechanisms
  • Specify, operate and maintain fluid movers (Motors) and drivers (Variable Speed Drives)

Who Should Attend?


Mechanical Engineers, General Supervisors, Consulting Engineers, Design Engineers, Foremen, Supervisors, Technicians, Maintenance Personnel, Engineers of all disciplines, Supervisors, Team Leaders and Professionals in Maintenance, Engineering and Production Managers, Maintenance Personnel, Heads of Maintenance and Operation, Chemical Engineers, Equipment Specialists, Technical Engineers, Operation Engineers, Planning Engineers, Process Engineers, Reliability Specialists, Boiler Plant Construction Managers, Consulting Engineers, Design Engineers, Insurance Company Inspectors, Operation, Maintenance, Inspection and Repair Managers, Supervisors and Engineers, Plant Engineers, Senior Boiler Plant Operators, Repairers and Installers

Course Outline:


Pumps and Pumping Systems

  • Pump categories and selection, dynamic and positive displacement
  • Pump Theory of Operation, governing fluid laws and performance curves
  • Dynamic Pumps, centrifugal, axial, mixed flow
  • General Performance Characteristics, cavitation, net positive suction head
  • Positive Displacement Pumps, reciprocating, rotary
  • Engineering of System Requirements, fluid type, system head curves

 

Compressors and Compressor Systems

  • Positive Displacement Compressors, reciprocating and rotary
  • Dynamic Compressors, centrifugal, axial, mixed flow
  • Compressor Operation, gas laws, operation curves
  • Compressor Performance Measurement and sizing
  • Compressor Equipment
  • Surging and Choking

 

Motors and Variable Speed Drives

  • Characteristics and Operation of AC Induction Motors
  • Starting and Speed Control of AC induction motors
  • Speed control methods of AC Motors
  • Construction, Enclosures and cooling methods of AC Motors
  • Basic principles of AC Variable-Speed Drives (VSD's)
  • Electromagnetic Interferences, Cable Details and Filtering

 

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

  • Types of maintenance
  • Factors affecting pump, compressor and motor maintenance
  • Vibration analysis and condition monitoring
  • Electrical signature condition monitoring
  • Thermal imaging condition monitoring
  • Oil analysis

 

Associated Mechanical Equipment

  • Mechanical seals
  • Bearings
  • Faults associated with bearings and mechanical seals
  • Lubrication
  • Control valves

COURSE LOCATIONS

Code From To City Fee
MME39 27 Jan 2020 31 Jan 2020 London US$ 5000 Book
MME39 23 Mar 2020 27 Mar 2020 Kuala Lumpur US$ 4500 Book
MME39 18 May 2020 22 May 2020 Istanbul US$ 4500 Book
MME39 27 Jul 2020 31 Jul 2020 Bali US$ 5500 Book
MME39 28 Sep 2020 02 Oct 2020 Barcelona US$ 5500 Book
MME39 08 Nov 2020 12 Nov 2020 Dubai US$ 4200 Book


DUBAI OFFICE

Ittihad Deira Building,
Al Ittihad Rd, Deira
Dubai,
UAE

info@petrogas-training.com

USA OFFICE

642 E14 Street,
10009-13 Manhattan,
New York (NY)
USA

info@petrogas-training.com

EGYPT OFFICE

52 General Kamal Hejab Street,
Suez Bridge,
Cairo,
Egypt

info@petrogas-training.com
 

COURSE CERTIFICATE

Certificate of Completion will be provided to the candidate(s) who successfully attend and complete the course. Training hours attendance percentage of 75% is required.


TRAINING HOURS

Standard course hours: 8:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Informal discussions: 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.


TRAINING METHODOLOGY

We use a blend of interactive and hands-on methods, active participation, a variety of instructional techniques, dynamic presentations, individual and group exercises, in depth discussion, DVD’s, role-plays, case studies, examples. All of the information, competencies, knowledge and skills acquired within our training programs, are 100% transferrable to the participants’ workplace.


ASSESSMENT & EVALUATION

Pre-Test and Post-Test Assessment are applied on 5-day and 10-day programs. Also, post course evaluation and candidate’s evaluation are applied to add another level of quality measurement. Candidates’ feedback is highly appreciated to elevate the training service quality.


ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

A- Have staff trained in the latest training and development approaches

B- Support nationalization and talent management initiatives

C- Have properly trained and informed people who will be able to add value

D- Gain relevant technical knowledge, skills and competencies


PERSONAL IMPACT

A- Develop job related skills

B- Develop personal skills in subject matter

C- Have a record of your growth and learning results

D- Bring proof of your progress back to your organization

F- Become competent, effective and productive

G- Be more able to make sound decisions

H- Be more effective in day to day work by mastering job-related processes

I- Create and develop competency to perform job well


FREQUENT NOMINATIONS SCHEME

A- 10% discount after 05 candidates’ registration.

B- 15% discount after 10 candidates’ registration.    

C- 20% discount after 20 candidates’ registration.

D- 25% discount after 25 candidates’ registration.

E- 30% discount after 30 candidates’ registration

F- Higher discount rates will be offered based on work volume with different clients.  


SEVERAL NOMINATIONS ON THE SAME COURSE SCHEME

A- One extra free seat is offered on 4 candidates on the same course and dates.

B- Two extra free seats are offered on 6 candidates on the same course and dates.

C- Three extra free seats are offered on 8 candidates on the same course and dates.

D- Four extra free seats are offered on 10 candidates on the same course and dates.

E- Five extra free seats are offered on 12 candidates on the same course and dates.


REGISTRATION POLICY

Nominations to our public courses are to be processed by the client’s Training and/or HR departments. A refund will be issued back to the client in the event of course cancellation or seat unavailability. A confirmation will be issued to the relevant department official(s). 


CANCELLATION POLICY

If a confirmed registration is cancelled less than 5 working days prior to the course start date, a substitute participant may be nominated to attend the same course or a 20% cancellation charge is applied. In case of a no-show, a 100% fee will be charged.


PAYMENT POLICY

Payment is due upon receiving the course confirmation, invoice and/or proforma invoice. However; the fee due can be wire transferred to our bank account directly after course completion. Our bank details are illustrated on the confirmation, invoice and proforma invoice, as well. The above documents can be communicated electronically, i.e., in a soft copy or/and in hard copy based on customer’s request.


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