Pump Technology
Pump Technology
OBJECTIVES
- Have an understanding of the different types of pumps.
- Be able to operate pumps as close as possible to the design efficiency.
- Will be able to monitor pump efficiency, availability and reliability.
- Have learnt about selection, operation and maintenance strategies.
- Be able to troubleshoot pump problems.
COURSE OUTLINE
Introduction
- Introduction
- Pump Types and Terminology
- Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH)
- Pump Performance (Centrifugal and Positive Displacement)
- Cavitation
- Hydraulic Pulsations and Pipe Vibration
Positive Displacement Pumps
- Reciprocating Pumps
- Reciprocating Pump Valves
- Rotary Pumps – scroll and gear types
- Special Application Pumps – metering pumps, diaphragm pumps
- Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring
Centrifugal Pumps
- Centrifugal Pump Theory
- Matching Pumps with Drivers
- Pump Wear Rings and Balance Lines
- Multi-Stage Pumps
- Performance Analysis
- Failure Mechanisms – identification and monitoring
Seals and Bearings
- Conventional Packing Glands
- Mechanical Seals
- Seal Failure Mechanisms
- Maintenance and Repair of Mechanical Seals
- Bearings – failure modes and how to extend life
Reliability
- Couplings
- Alignment
- Planned Maintenance – Predictive and Preventive
- Reliability Programmes