An Intensive 5-Day Training Course
Vertical Pump Maintenance & Troubleshooting
We currently have no scheduled session for this Course. If you are interested in running this course, please contact our Training Department at info@petroknowledge.com
Why Choose this Training Course?
Why Choose this Course?
The course will present vertical turbine pumps of various designs that are encountered in various industrial applications, such us deep wells, underground storage (caverns) and others.
The course is intended to familiarize engineers, technicians and operators with the guidelines and best practices for operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of vertical turbine pumps.
The course will feature:
- Practical issues related to trouble-free operation and functioning of vertical pumps
- Guidelines for maintenance of vital elements of the pump
- Best practices for efficient problem solving and troubleshooting
What are the Goals?
What are the Goals?
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand technical features of vertical pumps
- Select optimal type and size of pump for a given industrial application
- Apply best practices for finding the root cause of problems in operation
- Choose the most efficient remedies and troubleshooting techniques
How will this Training Course be Presented?
How will this be Presented?
This course will be conducted along workshop principles, which will combine lectures with active delegate participation including discussions and workshops. Several practical examples will be presented, and the focus will be on physical principles and clear technical reasoning.
Workshops will include case studies related to vertical pump applications, and will be presented with explanation on operational problem solving methodology. Various examples from real-life technical practice will be included in several workshops and will help to gain confidence in making right decision regarding efficient maintenance and long operational life.
Daily Agenda
Day One
- Principle of Operation of Vertical Pumps
- Application of Submersible Pumps
- Calculation of Pumping Power and Piping System Pressure Losses
- Pump performance (Q – H) characteristics
- Workshop: Examples and Solutions
Day Two
- Multi-staging and thrust balancing
- Design of Pump Suction Bell and Pump Bowl
- Design of Impeller, Diffuser and Shaft
- Pump Discharge Column and Head
- Workshop: Examples and Solutions
Day Three
- Pump capacity control
- Cavitation problems in operation (NPSH)
- Packing and Mechanical Seals: Limits on Performance
- Bearings monitoring and inspection
- Workshop: Examples and Solutions
Day Four
- Lubrication system control
- Used oil analysis
- Vibration monitoring and analysis
- Pump testing and performance evaluation
- Workshop: Exercises and Solutions
Day Five
- Installation and Commissioning
- Preventive maintenance and repair recommendations
- Problem solving and troubleshooting
- Course summary and overview
Certificate
- On successful completion of this training course, a PetroKnowledge Certificate will be awarded to the delegates
