PROGRAM'S BACKGROUND

The program will introduce participants to the different types of pumps and their associated terminology. Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, packing, mechanical seals and sealing systems, bearings and couplings will all be discussed. The application of the different types of pumps will be discussed along with their suitability for different operational duties. Pump operation, troubleshooting and maintenance will be dealt with in depth.

PROGRAM'S OBJECTIVES

This Program’s Attendees Will Be More Able To:

›       Have an understanding of the different types of pumps

›       Be able to operate pumps as close as possible to the design efficiency

›       Will be able to monitor pump efficiency, availability and reliability

›       Have learnt about selection, operation and maintenance strategies

›       Be able to troubleshoot pump problems

›       Be able to critically analyze the methodologies employed within the organization and instigate improvements where required

›       Optimize the operation and maintenance of different types of pumps

›       Carry out failure analyses on pumps thereby avoiding repetitive failures

PROGRAM'S ATTENDEES

›       Mechanical Engineers

›       Mechanical Technicians

›       Mechanical Operators

›       Mechanical Supervisors

›       Team Leaders, Professionals in Maintenance, Engineering and Production

›       Anyone who wish to update themselves on pump technology, judge the suitability of different types of pumps for their needs, and learn how to operate and maintain them for the benefit of their organizations

PROGRAM'S OUTLINE

INTRODUCTION

›       Introduction

›       Pump types and terminology

›       Net positive suction head (NPSH)

›       Pump performance (Centrifugal and Positive Displacement)

›       Cavitation

›       Hydraulic pulsations and pipe vibration

POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMPS

›       Reciprocating pumps

›       Reciprocating pump valves

›       Rotary pumps scroll and gear types

›       Special application pumps metering pumps, diaphragm pumps

›       Failure mechanisms identification and monitoring

CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS

›       Centrifugal pump theory

›       Matching pumps with drivers

›       Pump wear rings and balance lines

›       Multi stage pumps

›       Performance analysis

›       Failure mechanisms identification and monitoring

SEALS & BEARINGS

›       Conventional packing glands

›       Mechanical seals

›       Seal Failure mechanisms

›       Maintenance and repair of mechanical seals

›       Bearings failure modes and how to extend life

RELIABILITY

›       Couplings

›       Alignment

›       Planned maintenance predictive and preventive

›       Reliability programs

ADDITIONAL DETAILS