Pumps and Compressors: Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Upon completion of this short course, the participant will be able to understand the principle of compressors and compression technology and the principles of their operations.  They will appreciate the applications of compressors. They will be able to assess and measure vibration, calibrate vibration measurement systems.  They will also be able to understand how to manage and solve other problems related to pumps & compressors.

The course adopts an analytical approach to understanding the failure of all types of pumps and compressors.

From a component-by-component perspective, the course investigates the root causes of failure, and relates these to operating conditions and process parameters. Design, installation, lubrication and wear related failure mechanisms are identified and a detailed understanding of the troubleshooting and diagnostic methods needed to detect and identify these is developed.

The training course provides participants with the knowledge needed to be effective in the inspection, monitoring and diagnostics of pumps and compressors, with emphasis placed upon the importance of a combined condition monitoring and strip-down inspection approach to maintenance.