An Interactive 5-Day Training Course
Valves & Actuators Technology
Taking the Guesswork Out of Valve Sizing and Selection
Course Overview
Valves are synonymous with just about every industry around the world. Having said that, anyone dealing with this type of equipment knows that there is a lot to learn, and many choices to be made. Of course, a special component or mechanism is also required to operate the valve, and it must have a source of energy. This is known as the actuator, and it takes this energy and converts it into mechanical motion, which is transferred through to the valve.
This Valves & Actuators Technology training course aims to take the mystery out of all aspects pertaining to valves and actuators, and to assist delegates in seamlessly going through all the important thought processes related to these devices, from selection to installation, and everything in between. At the end of the day, the valve and actuator must not be seen in isolation from the rest of the process, but as part of a greater loop, where they are expected to operate at optimal levels.
This GLOMACS Valves & Actuators Technology training course will feature:
- The purpose, principle and types of valves
- Actuator types, and other equipment associated with valves
- Valve and actuator combinations
- Valve and actuator maintenance, and taking a system from installation to operation
- Optimal material selection, specific to valves and actuators
Training Outline
DAY 1: Valve Basics - What happens inside the Valve from a Process Point of View, Valve Types and Associated Hardware
- Valve Purposes, Principles, Flow Conditions and Operation
- Signals, Pressure Drops, Flow Profiles and Reynolds Numbers
- Cv, Choked Flow and Flashing and Cavitation
- The Requirements - Classification and Selected associated Hardware for Valves and Actuators
- The Operation - as well as the Advantages and Disadvantages of an Assortment of Different Types of Valves, including Cage, Split-body, Globe, Needle, Angled, Y-styled, 3-Way, Pinch, Gate (including slab gate and expending gate), Choke, Check (including rubber duck-bill, tilting disc & swing), Single vs. Double-seated, and Balanced Valves
DAY 2: A Continuation of Valve Types, Associated Equipment and Characteristics
- The Operation - as Advantages and Disadvantages of an Assortment of Different Types of Valves not covered on Day 1 (including butterfly, ball, rotary plug, diaphragm, ARV / ARC, Bellow sealed (both forged and welded), Breathe / Vacuum Release, Orbit, Pressure Seal, Fixed Cone and Annular Valves
- Miscellaneous Equipment - closely associated with Valves and Actuators
- P&ID Diagrams (using valves) and Valve Seat Leakage Rates
- Characteristics associated with Valves
- Inherent vs. Installed Characteristics
DAY 3: Manual and Software Valve Sizing, Actuators and Positioners, Trims and Maintenance
- Manually Sizing a Valve
- Sizing a Valve - using software from manufacturers
- Actuators - Benchsetting and Valve Positioners
- Cavitation and Noise Trims and Valve Material Selection
- Valve Maintenance - Fault-finding, Dead Band and Stiction
DAY 4: Pressure Relief, SIS, Valve Action, Combinations, Terminology, Codes and Standards
- Pressure Relief Devices and the Limitation of Safety Relief Valves
- Valves associated with Safety Instrumented Systems
- Valve Action (fail safe), ANSI / DN Pipe Sizes and Applicable Pressure Ratings
- Optimizing Valve-actuator Combinations for Various Applications, Terminology Used, and Valve and Actuator Maintenance Aspects and Issues
- Codes and Standards as well as Piping & Installation Guidelines
DAY 5: Using Control Valves in an Assortment of Control Strategies
- PID and Loop Tuning Strategies
- Feedback - Feed Forward, Cascade and Ratio Control
- Dealing with Long Dead Times
- Non-linear Control Valve Applications
- Valve Control - using a Specialized Controller such as a PLC
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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