An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Piping Vibration Analysis
Piping Fatigue Damage Prevention and Control
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Why Choose this Training Course?
Vibration can cause significant damage to the piping systems by directly causing the crack, that can further on lead to loss of containment, or, in other cases, secondary damage to the piping supports, other equipment, or lead to fretting damage, among others.
This Piping Vibration Analysis training course will highlight the basics of the piping design taking into account also vibration prevention and issues in vibration control, and, on the other hand, present the troubleshooting paths, problem solving ways in vibration control once the piping systems are in service.
Proper vibration management is one of the most important tools to prevent premature or unexpected piping failures.
By focusing on the industrial guidelines for vibration management, like API 579/ASME FFS-1, Part 14, “Fatigue damage”, as well as on the future Part 15, dealing with high cycle fatigue, assessment methods given in API RP 581 (Risk based inspection), Piping fatigue section, as well as on the Energy Institute Publication “Guidelines for the Avoidance of Vibration Induced Fatigue Failure in Process Pipework”, and other equipment-specific guidelines (i.e. API, ISO publications), this training course offers the state-of-the-art knowledge condensed in one week time.
This PetroKnowledge Piping Vibration Analysis training course will highlight:
- What vibration and fatigue of piping systems is
- Possible consequences on the piping due to vibrations
- Interaction with other damage mechanisms
- Methods for vibration assessment
- Methods for identification of vibration sources
- Best ways of mitigating, monitoring and managing the piping vibration
What are the Goals?
Main goal of this training course is to enable participants to master the proper vibration management in the plant.
By the end of this Piping Vibration Analysis training course, participants will learn to:
- Understand what vibrations are, what is (high cycle) fatigue
- Properly identify source of vibration
- Learn rule-of-the-thumb simplified methods for the severity estimation in the field
- Grasp advanced analytical and FE methods for vibration severity estimation
- Understand the options to deal with the vibration problems and how to solve them
Who is this Training Course for?
This training course will greatly benefit any plant engineer from understanding the problem fundamentals and having tools to understand the severity of the problem as such.
This Piping Vibration Analysis training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals, but primarily intended for the:
- plant integrity professional
- pipeline maintenance engineers
- other field professionals facing vibration issues in their day-to-day work
- piping design engineers
- machinery and valve maintenance engineers
How will this Training Course be Presented?
This PetroKnowledge training course will utilise a combination of learning techniques to ensure optimal understanding, relating and retention of the presented content. The training course is composed so that it can be attended and followed by professionals faced with piping vibration problems. It is comprised of a variance of lectures and practical exercises. Practical, illustrative problems for different real-life problems and their solutions will be discussed. There are numerous opportunities for discussion and further exploration of related topics and problems from the participants.
Organisational Impact
The organisation would greatly benefit from this training course as they will in the end be able to:
- Administer implementation of the state-of-the-art approaches to the piping vibration problems
- Have a better understanding of the piping remaining life and overall planning of the piping maintenance
- Attain increased plant reliability as most of the catastrophic failures related to piping vibration can be managed on time
- Ensure increased plant safety due to minimised leakage attributed to the vibration issues
- Provide safer working environment
Personal Impact
The participants of this Piping Vibration Analysis training course will have:
- Better understanding of the fatigue and vibration problems
- Confidence in the identification of the vibration sources
- Good command of the methods how to recognise and prioritise the severe vibration cases
- Understanding the analytical methods for remaining life calculation due to fatigue/vibration damage
- Understand linkage and interaction between fatigue damage/vibration and other damage mechanisms
Daily Agenda
Day One: Stress Calculation and Fatigue Damage
- Introduction
- Piping codes, piping strength calculations
- Internal and external loads, material properties
- Fatigue design, fatigue curves
- Fatigue and vibration problems in different media types
- Fatigue interaction with other active and potential damage mechanisms
- Understanding low cycle fatigue and high cycle fatigue (vibration) problems
- Worked examples – fatigue life estimation for various piping / loading cases
Day Two: Mechanical Vibration Basics
- Single and multiple degree of freedom systems, uniaxial and multiaxial systems
- Displacement, Velocity and Acceleration, Damping of Vibrations
- Analytical vibration methods analysis – simplified
- Advanced and FE vibration analysis methods
- Screening criteria
- Worked examples – simplified stress amplitude calculations
Day Three: Major Vibration Sources
- Acoustic resonance – EI guidelines, API 618, API 579
- Reciprocating pumps, compressors, and other reciprocating machinery
- Surge and flow problems
- Vortex Shedding
- Earthquake and wind load and externally induced vibration problems
- Other sources of vibration and severity
- Worked examples – dealing with the resonance issues
Day Four: Dealing with Vibration Sources
- Piping restraint as vibration amplitude control
- Piping rigid and elastic support
- Avoidance of piping resonance issues
- Dealing with the vibration by removing / restraining the source of the vibration
- Guidance for preventing vibrations – API 579, EI, ISO guidelines
- Worked examples – dealing with the severe cyclic condition
Day Five: Assessment Methods, Inspection, and Monitoring
- Screening and simplified assessment methods – API 581, API 579 methods
- Advanced calculation methods – multiaxial calculations, FE methods
- Analytical methods for remaining life calculations
- NDT methods for fatigue crack detection
- Visual and other screening methods – motion capture methods
- Advanced methods for vibration monitoring
- Worked examples and discussion how to deal with particular situations
- Course recap and closure
Certificate
- On successful completion of this Training Course / Online Training Course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate / E-Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why PetroKnowledge?
PetroKnowledge is a globally recognized provider of training courses for oil and gas professionals, offering a wide range of specialized training courses designed to enhance knowledge, skills, and expertise in the energy sector. With courses tailored to meet the evolving demands of the oil and gas industry, PetroKnowledge helps professionals stay up-to-date with industry standards, technological advancements, and best practices.
Who are these training courses designed for?
Our courses are specifically developed for professionals in the oil and gas industry, including engineers, technical staff, managers, and other specialists looking to advance their careers. Whether you’re a seasoned expert or new to the sector, our training for oil and gas professionals is suited to individuals at all stages of their professional journey.
Are the courses delivered online or in person?
PetroKnowledge offers flexible learning solutions with both online courses and in-person training options. Online courses for oil and gas professionals provide the flexibility to learn from anywhere, while in-person courses offer a hands-on, interactive learning environment. Each training course page provides detailed information on the delivery format, allowing you to choose the option that best meets your learning style and schedule
Can I get a customized training course for my team?
Yes, PetroKnowledge offers customized in-house training solutions for organizations looking to upskill their teams. We work closely with companies to design bespoke training courses for oil and gas professionals that address specific challenges and objectives. Whether you need on-site training or online solutions, we can tailor the training courses to suit your organization’s needs.
Are there any prerequisites for attending a course?
Certain advanced training courses for oil and gas professionals may require prior experience or technical knowledge. These prerequisites ensure that participants can fully benefit from the course content. We recommend reviewing the course description on the relevant page to determine if any prerequisites apply to your selected course.
How can I enroll in a course?
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Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes, upon successful completion of our courses for professionals in the oil and gas industry, you will receive an industry-recognized certificate from PetroKnowledge. This certification is designed to validate your skills and knowledge and can significantly enhance your professional credentials, boosting your career prospects in the competitive oil and gas sector.
When and how do I arrange payments?
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- Bank Transfer – You can make payment via bank transfer. Once your registration is confirmed, you will receive an invoice with the banking details for the transfer. We would require you to supply a swift copy for us to confirm receipt of funds.
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What is the refund or cancellation policy?
Our refund and cancellation policy varies depending on the course and circumstances. Generally, cancellations made at least 21 days before the training are eligible for a refund, less any administrative fees. If you have any specific inquiries about the cancellation or refund, don’t hesitate to contact our support team, who can assist with your booking and cancellation queries.
Is there a discount for more than one registrant/course?
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