Mastering Pumps, Compressors & Turbines: Selection,
Maintenance & Flowserve Troubleshooting
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R19,999.00 Per Delegate
Course overview:
Pumps, compressors, and turbines form the backbone of industrial operations across sectors such as oil and gas, water utilities, power generation, chemical processing, and manufacturing. These rotating equipment systems are vital for fluid and gas transport, energy conversion, and system reliability. However, their efficient operation and long-term reliability depend on correct equipment selection, proper installation, systematic maintenance, and expert-level troubleshooting.
This intensive course is designed to provide participants with in-depth technical knowledge and practical insights into the selection, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of rotating machinery — with a focused integration of Flowserve pump technologies and methodologies. Flowserve is a globally recognized manufacturer of pumps and rotating equipment, and its products set the benchmark for durability, performance, and reliability.
Participants will gain a solid understanding of how various types of pumps, compressors, and turbines operate, how to match equipment to application requirements, and how to analyze system performance. Through real-world case studies and hands-on exercises, participants will explore advanced troubleshooting strategies for vibration, cavitation, mechanical failures, and efficiency loss, using Flowserve’s recommended practices and industry-standard tools.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand principles and types of pumps, compressors, and turbines.
• Evaluate performance criteria for equipment selection.
• Apply operation and control strategies for efficiency and reliability.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on rotating equipment.
• Diagnose common failures and implement troubleshooting techniques.
• Utilize Flowserve’s methodologies for pump maintenance and fault detection.
• Improve system reliability and reduce downtime.
Who Should Attend:
• Mechanical Engineers & Technicians
• Maintenance & Reliability Engineers
• Rotating Equipment Specialists
• Utility and Plant Operators
• Field Service Engineers
• Process Engineers and Asset Managers
• Anyone involved in selecting, operating, or maintaining fluid and gas handling equipment
Course Outline:
Module 1: Fundamentals of Rotating Equipment
• Introduction to rotating machinery in industry
• Classification of pumps, compressors, and turbines
• Basic fluid dynamics and thermodynamics principles
• Key performance parameters and definitions
Module 2: Pump Systems – Focus on Flowserve Pumps
• Centrifugal vs. positive displacement pumps
• Flowserve pump types and applications
• Selection criteria (NPSH, flow rate, head, efficiency)
• Flowserve’s standards and materials of construction
• Seal systems and lubrication
Module 3: Compressors – Types and Applications
• Reciprocating, rotary, and centrifugal compressors
• Operating principles and selection factors
• Performance curves and efficiency metrics
• Surge, choke, and control systems
Module 4: Steam and Gas Turbines
• Types and working principles of turbines
• Governing systems and speed control
• Applications in energy and process industries
• Condition monitoring techniques
Module 5: Operation and Control Strategies
• System integration and control logic
• Variable frequency drives and control valves
• Operating limitations and safety considerations
• Flowserve operation manuals and documentation review
Module 6: Maintenance Strategies
• Preventive and predictive maintenance techniques
• Bearing inspection and alignment
• Lubrication management
• Shaft alignment and balancing
• Flowserve pump maintenance schedules and tools
Module 7: Troubleshooting Rotating Equipment
• Failure analysis: cavitation, vibration, seal failure
• Diagnostic tools: vibration analysis, thermography, ultrasonic testing
• Root cause analysis using Flowserve troubleshooting methodologies
• Case studies: pump and compressor failures
• Corrective actions and long-term reliability planning
Module 8: Condition Monitoring & Reliability Improvements
• Overview of condition monitoring technologies
• Integration with SCADA and CMMS systems
• Vibration monitoring and trend analysis
• Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) practices
• KPIs for rotating equipment performance
Module 9: Workshop and Practical Sessions
• Hands-on troubleshooting of Flowserve pumps
• Maintenance planning simulation
• Analysis of real-life fault cases
• Team-based problem-solving sessions
End of the workshop
IN HOUSE AND ONLINE TRAINING
While both In-House and Online training can present with cost-effectiveness and time-efficacy, there are some very specific differences between in-house courses and those based online.
The demand for additional courses by individuals or groups of people is increasing. Still, it depends entirely on the preferences of a person what type of training he or she wants to receive. Online courses and in-house training carry some similarities but they are considered to exhibit some very pivotal differences too. Despite that, both types of learning can be really beneficial for attendees.
For Registration and other Training arrangements,
contact us on the detail below.
SOUTH AFRICA : +27 11 057 6001
TANZANIA Cell: +255 769 688 544
WhatsApp +27 79 574 0389
info@bmktraining.co.za / www.bmktraining.com
