Pump & Machinery Troubleshooting

Course details

The seminar will introduce delegates to the different types of pumps and their associated terminology. Centrifugal and positive-displacement pumps, packing, mechanical seals and sealing systems, bearings and couplings are discussed.

The application of the different types of pumps are considered along with their suitability for different operational duties. Pump operation, troubleshooting and maintenance are dealt with in depth.

The course will feature:

• Enable delegates to optimise the operation and maintenance of different types of pumps.
• Give delegates the confidence to carry out failure analyses on pumps thereby avoiding repetitive failures.
• Give the delegates the ability to quickly and efficiently trouble shoot pumping machinery problems.

Is it right for me?

Suitable for:

• Technical and Maintenance staff
• Operators
• Supervisors and Team Leaders
• Professionals in Maintenance, Engineering and Production

What will I learn?

By the end of this course you will be able to:

• Identify and understand the different types of pumps.
• Operate pumps as close as possible to the design efficiency.
• Identify and monitor pump efficiency, availability and reliability.
• Develop knowledge about selection, operation and maintenance strategies.
• Identify and troubleshoot pump & associated machinery problems.

Daily Topics

Day One

• Introduction

Day Two

• Positive Displacement Pumps

Day Three

• Centrifugal Pumps

Day Four

• Seals and Bearings

Day Five

• Pumps Troubleshooting