An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Practical Valve Technology
Selection, Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Course Overview
Power Plant and other petrochemical industries do deal with different types of valves. All piping systems are fitted with valves for controlling purposes or safety requirements. Understanding the function of each valve type will have an important reflection on the process quality, equipment and plant reliability, and the economics of the whole activity. Different application needs to select the appropriate valve type of a particular flow characteristics. Operation of the valve also affects the system and the process. Understanding the problems associated with valves is essential for diagnosis and troubleshooting and the needed maintenance for the particular type of valves.
The seminar will highlight:
- The understanding of the function of different types of valves
- The appreciation of the characteristics of valves
- The selection and sizing process
- The problems and phenomenon associated with valves operation
- The ability to carry out troubleshooting of valves
Training Objectives
This five-day course will address all aspects of Selection, Operation and Maintenance and Troubleshooting of industrial valves.
At the end of this seminar, participants will have:
- An understanding of valve characteristics and different parameters affecting the operation of valves
- Knowledge of the main types of valves and the ability to select the right valve for the particular application including Control Valves, Non-Return Valves and Safety Valves
- The ability to perform the necessary calculation for valve sizing
- Knowledge of valve control systems including actuators and positioners
- An understanding of the problems associated with valves like flashing, slamming and water hammer
- The ability to perform troubleshooting of systems involving valves and making decisions on the right maintenance plan concerning different types of valves
Training Methodology
A highly interactive combination of lectures and discussion sessions will be managed to maximise the amount and quality of information and knowledge transfer. Computer animations will be used to enhance understanding of daily topics.
Questions, comments and personal experience from every participant will have a chance to be heard and discussed. Questions will be asked on a daily basis to examine the effectiveness of delivering the course.
Case studies are encouraged to be brought by the participant. These case studies will be discussed thoroughly and will be shared by all participants.
Organisational Impact
Deep understanding of different types of valves would have a great impact on the plant reliability, operation stability and overall running cost reduction. Selection of the right valve for the appropriate application does have important impact on the processes quality.
Personal Impact
Participants will acquire sufficient knowledge and skills to independently evaluate possible valve operation, selection and design solutions and intelligently discuss their valve related issues and problems with other engineers.
Participants will enhance their competence and productivity thereby improving their performance level and making additional value added contributions to their organizations.
Who should Attend?
Engineers and Technicians of mechanical, electrical and chemical engineering will benefit largely from this training course. Maintenance, Operation, and People in R and D department are recommended to attend this course.
Training Outline
DAY 1: Basics of the Valve Technology and Sizing
- Types of Valves
- Valve Parts and Valves characteristics
- Flow characteristics, Linear, quick opening & equal percentage, etc.
- Valve-sizing and Selection criteria
- Different valves characteristics
- Examples
DAY 2: Control Valves
- Functions of valves
- Methods of regulation
- Control Valve Types
- Valve end connections
- Valves seating
- Valve Control
DAY 3: Check (Non-Return) Valves
- Applications
- Types of Check Valves
- Check Valves Operation
- Selection of Check Valves
- Applications
DAY 4: Relief and Safety Valves: Function and Operation
- Relief Valves Types
- Relief Valve Parts
- Direct Acting and Pilot Control
- Applications
- Relief valves problems
- Applications of Rupture Discs
DAY 5: Valves Actuators ad Troubleshooting
- Control Valves Types, Linear Valve Features and Rotary Valve Features
- Actuation systems and Types of actuators
- Valve Positioners
- Pressure Recovery Characteristics
- Cavitation in Valves and Water Hammer
- Noise problems
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.
Providers and Associations
Oxford Management Centre
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