An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Practical Pump & Valve Technology
Types, Applications and Selection
Course Overview
This GLOMACS Practical Pump & Valve Technology training seminar 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.
The application of the different types of pumps and valves will be discussed along with their suitability for different operational duties. Operation, troubleshooting and maintenance will be dealt with in depth.
The knowledge gained in this GLOMACS training seminar will:
- Enable the delegate to optimise the operation and maintenance of different types of pumps
- Give the delegate confidence to carry out failure analyses on pumps thereby avoiding repetitive failures
- Allow tighter control of maintenance budgets by the avoidance of unplanned equipment failures in service
Training Outline
DAY 1: Pumping Systems
- Introduction
- Pump Types and Terminology
- Pump Performance (Centrifugal and Positive Displacement)
- Understanding Head
- Types of Head: Friction, Pressure, Static & Velocity
- Friction in Valves, Piping & Fittings
- Calculating Actual Head in a System
- Cavitation in Pumps and Valves
- Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH)
- Vapour and Gas Cavitation
- Flashing vs. Cavitation
DAY 2: Pump Types
- Positive Displacement Pumps
- Reciprocating Pumps
- Reciprocating Pump Valves
- Rotary Pumps – scroll and gear types
- Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring
- Centrifugal Pumps
- Centrifugal Pump Theory
- Pump Components
- Matching Pumps with Drivers
- Performance Analysis
- Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring
DAY 3: Achieving Pump Reliability
- Sealing Systems
- Conventional Packing Glands, Mechanical Seals & Flush Plans
- Seal Failure Mechanisms
- Maintenance and Repair of Mechanical Seals
- Bearings – failure modes and how to extend life
- Lubrication
- Plain Bearings
- Anti-Friction Bearings
- Couplings & Alignment
- Couplings
- Alignment & Balancing
- Foundations & Bedplates
DAY 4: Valves Technology
- Types of Valves (globe, gate, ball, plug, check)
- Flow Characteristics
- Flow through Valves
- Valve Flow Characteristics
- Linear, Quick Opening & Equal %
- Valve Sizing
- Calculating the Correct Cv Value
- Selecting Valve Size Using Valve Coefficient
- Calculations for Correct Valve Selection
- Sealing Performance
- Leakage Classifications
- Sealing Mechanisms
- Valve Stem Seals
DAY 5: Valves Troubleshooting & Maintenance
- High Pressure Drop
- Pressure Recovery Characteristics
- Flow Choking
- High Velocities
- Water Hammer
- What causes water hammer?
- Solutions for Water Hammer
- Troubleshooting the Control & Isolation Valves
- Review of Common Faults
- Developing a Preventive Maintenance Plan
- Review of the Week & Wrap-Up
Certificates
- On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
- Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) : In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsor, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
Accreditation
GLOMACS is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.learningmarket.org.
All Training Seminars delivered by GLOMACS by default are eligible for CPE Credit.
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About Saudi Glomacs
At Saudi GLOMACS, we specialize in delivering world-class training courses in Saudi Arabia and across various international locations. Our training courses are tailored to meet the unique demands of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program, focusing on empowering Saudi citizens and enhancing workforce skills. We offer diverse courses spanning leadership, management, engineering, and technical disciplines to cultivate expertise and drive professional growth. Our flexible learning options—whether in-person, online, or in-house—ensure accessibility and convenience for individuals and organizations alike.
With over 30+ years of experience through the GLOMACS global network, we are committed to delivering innovative, results-driven training solutions. Our expert instructors combine industry knowledge with dynamic teaching methods, fostering practical skill development and long-term career success. By choosing Saudi GLOMACS, you're investing in personal excellence and contributing to the Kingdom’s sustainable economic growth and vision-driven transformation.
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