Event Date: April 09-11 2025 Location: South Africa

 

Course Outcomes:
  • Recognize and describe the main components and their functions in different types of pumps.Grasp the basic principles and types of pumps, including centrifugal, reciprocating, and rotary pumps.Develop skills to conduct FMEA to determine potential failure modes and their impacts.
  • Create effective maintenance strategies based on the analysis of asset criticality and failure modes.
  • Learn the best practices for designing and installing pumps in various systems to ensure optimal performance.
  • Understand the operational procedures and control mechanisms for efficient pump operation.
  • Analyze and interpret performance metrics such as flow rate, pressure, and efficiency.
  • Learn preventive maintenance techniques to enhance the longevity and reliability of pumps.
  • Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and innovations in pump design and operation.

Why you cannot miss this masterclass

Attending a course on pump types and maintenance is essential for anyone involved in the operation, design, or maintenance of mechanical systems. Pumps are the heart of many industrial and commercial applications, from water treatment plants to HVAC systems. Understanding the different types of pumps—centrifugal, reciprocating, and rotary—along with their specific applications, can significantly enhance your ability to select the right pump for the job. This knowledge not only improves system efficiency but also reduces the risk of costly downtime and repairs.

Moreover, a comprehensive understanding of pump maintenance is crucial for ensuring the longevity and reliability of these machines. Regular maintenance and timely troubleshooting can prevent minor issues from escalating into major failures, saving both time and money. The course will equip you with the skills to perform routine inspections, identify potential problems early, and implement effective maintenance strategies. By mastering these techniques, you’ll be able to maintain optimal performance and extend the lifespan of your equipment, ultimately contributing to the overall success and sustainability of your operations.

Course Coverage

Pumps:

  • Classes and types
  • General characteristics
  • Pumps selection: centrifugal or reciprocating    
  • Keys to pump selection

Pumps Curve:

  • NPSH and specific speed   
  • System head curves
  • Special problems
  • Functions and installation
  • Materials of construction
  • Final pump evaluation

Trouble shooting & Maintenance – Reciprocating – Pumps:

  • Types of reciprocating pumps
  • Characteritics of reciprocating pumps
  • Installation and operation
  • Trouble shooting
  • Steam pumps, power pumps, metering pumps, axial and radial-piston
  • Pumps, sucker-rod  pumps
  • Noisy operation, corrosion and erosion
  • Lubrication and packing
  • Maintenance
  • Maintenance planning and scheduling

Centrifugal Pumps:

  • Centrifugal pumps operation
  • Thrust bearing, ball bearings, sleeve bearings & lubricants
  • Pumps drive
  • Pumps starting and priming
  • Operating checks
  • Mechanical seals
  • Pumps shutdown
  • Flushing, plant piping, and freezing
  • Centrifugal pumps maintenance
  • Maintenance records and intervals
  • Gland adjustment

Centrifugal Pumps Troubleshooting:

  • Testing deepwell pumps
  • Centrifugal pumps trouble shooting
  • Stuffing boxes overheat
  • Vertical centrifugal  pumps
  • Pumps vibration
  • Pumps design calculations & performance
  • Motor speed, pumps head
  • Available and required NPSH
  • Similarily laws
  • Brake power
  • Shop test
  • Total performance
This is an extremely interactive course with many practical examples and case studies, there will also be a group of self-assessed question.

Also each participant will have a soft copy of the manual, also a full deck of power point presentations.

Target Audience

This course is designed for Managers, Superintendents, Supervisors, Engineers, Planners, Heads, Team Leaders, Inspectors, Contractors and Coordinators of:

  • Maintenance
  • Reliability
  • Planning
  • Scheduling
  • Facilities
  • Cost Control
  • Plant/Project
  • Outage
  • Asset Management
  • Operations/Audit
  • Safety

From the following industries:

  • Power & Utilities
  • Mining
  • Oil & Gas
  • Exploration and Production
  • Chemicals
  • Manufacturing
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Power Generation
  • Agriculture
  • Petrochemicals
  • Support Services
  • Consulting Engineering

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