Empowering Pumps and Equipment

What's New With AFT Impulse 7
2019-01-30 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Webinar
AFT Impulse 7 was just released at the end of 2018 and includes many new capabilities that your waterhammer analysis cannot go without! A Key new features to be discussed include model importing, Excel Integration, completely re-designed pump window for easier usage, and many more.
Presenter: Ben Keiser

Centrifugal Pump Fundamentals
2019-01-29 08:00 - 2019-02-01 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides the student with a thorough understanding of centrifugal pump design, function and operation. Common process control and performance measurement methods are reviewed, and the necessary calculations associated with pumping systems are executed and explained.
Centrifugal pump issues are discussed in the classroom and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments that indicate flow, pressure and power consumption as the pumps are operated by the students themselves. 65% classroom, 35% laboratory.
Specific topics include:

Pump components and nomenclature.
PD pumps vs. Centrifugal pumps.
Centrifugal pump types.
System hydraulics
Centrifugal pump curves.
Affinity Laws.
NPSH and types of cavitation.
Viscosity impact on performance.
Power
Specific Speed
Suction specific speed.

AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of centrifugal pumps and their proper operation.
Register here!

Mechanical Seal Fundamentals
2019-01-21 08:00 - 2019-01-25 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Suzhou, China, Suzhou, China
This course provides the student with foundational information regarding the purpose of mechanical seals, how they are constructed, where they are used, and what they need to effectively perform in a wide variety of applications.
Mechanical seal issues are discussed in the classroom and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments to indicate seal chamber pressure and temperature as the pumps are operated at various flow rates by the students themselves. 70% Classroom, 30% labs.
Specific topics include:

Pump and mechanical seal basics.
Seal function (how they work).
Mechanical seal piping plans.
Proper seal installation and removal.
Mechanical seal types and arrangements.
Reading mechanical seal drawings.
Materials of construction.
Fluid properties effect on seals.

AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of the many mechanical seal applications in rotating equipment.
Register here!

Engineered Overhung Pump Repair (formerly SSPR)
2019-01-15 08:00 - 2019-01-17 17:00 (America/Chicago)
A Basics Level course for maintenance staff. This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate failure modes and repair API 610 overhung process pumps. The course is comprised of approximately 40 percent classroom and 60 percent laboratory time. Concepts and theory are taught in a classroom setting and then reinforced with hands-on exercises. Working in teams, participants will disassemble, inspect, and determine failure modes for a variety of API 610 overhung pumps. Classroom texts and equipment are generic to all OEMs’ hardware.

AUDIENCE
This course is for mechanics, millwrights and others who are responsible for maintaining API 610 overhung process pumps.
Register Here!

ASHRAE’s Fundamentals of HVAC Design and Operations
2019-01-14 08:00 - 2019-01-16 17:00 (America/Chicago) | OMNI Fort Worth Hotel Fort Worth, TX, 1300 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX, United States
APPA is partnering with ASHRAE to offer training that provides participants with instruction that accelerates their transformation into effective members of a design, construction, operations or facilities maintenance team. Developed by industry-leading professionals selected by ASHRAE, the training provides attendees with the fundamentals and technical aspects of HVAC design. Attendees will gain practical skills and knowledge to design and maintain HVAC systems that can be put to immediate use.
LEARN MORE
Register Here!

2019 AHR Expo
2019-01-14 08:00 - 2019-01-16 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young Intl Blvd NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30313, United States
The World’s Largest HVACR Marketplace
January 14 –January 16
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta
ahrexpo.com
OVERVIEW
Recognized as the largest trade show of its kind, the 71st International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo) returns to Atlanta in 2019 for the first time in almost 20 years. The Show welcomes HVACR professionals serving commercial, industrial, residential and institutional markets. Each year, manufacturers from all over the world exhibit their systems, equipment, and components with air-conditioning, heating, plumbing, ventilation, and refrigeration applications. Thousands of contractors, engineers, OEMs, distributors and other industry professionals attend the Exposition in search of new products and services.
WHAT
2019 AHR Expo:
The world’s largest trade show exclusively for the heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry
Robust educational program, including:

ASHRAE Learning Institute courses; certification exams; free product and technology previews; free seminars from industry leaders
Leading Industry Association meetings held in conjunction with Show
ASHRAE Winter Conference, held concurrently with the Show

Special Show features:

Building Automation and Control Showcase
Software Center
Indoor Air Quality Association Pavilion
New Product and Technology Theater presentations
AHR Expo Innovation Awards Ceremony
WHO

Exhibitors and attendees from around the world and every segment of the HVACR industry, including:

More than 2,100 exhibiting companies from 35 countries representing every facet of the industry
Over 500,000 net sq. ft. of exhibits
Over 60,000 total attendance from more than 160 countries (40,000+ visitors)

WHEN
Monday, January 14, 10am – 6pm
Tuesday, January 15, 10am – 6pm
Wednesday, January 16, 10am – 4pm
Onsite Registration Hours
WHERE
Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, Georgia
REGISTRATION
Advance registration is free to qualified professionals and students ages 18 and up. A registration fee of $30 will apply after the January 2019 cut-off date and onsite. On Show days, 16- and 17-year-old students accompanied by an adult will also be admitted.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Visit the AHR Expo website at ahrexpo.com for complete information. Contact Show Management (International Exposition Company) at 203-221-9232, or email info@ahrexpo.com with questions.
RESOURCES
FAQ: About AHR Expo
UPDATES: Sign up for Show updates
2018 SHOW RECAP: Record-breaking 2018 AHR Expo Smashes Six All-time Highs
ABOUT THE AHR EXPO
The AHR Expo (International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition) is the world’s largest HVACR event, consisting of more than 2,100 exhibitors and attracting 60,000+ attendees each year. Since 1930, the Show has provided a unique forum where the entire HVACR industry, including OEMs; engineers; contractors; manufacturers; distributors; commercial, industrial and institutional facility operators; and educators comes together to discover the latest products, learn about new technologies and develop mutually beneficial business relationships. The next Show, co-sponsored by ASHRAE and AHRI, will be held Jan. 14-16, 2019 at the Georgia World Congress Center, Atlanta, and is held concurrently with ASHRAE’s Winter Conference.
For more information, visit ahrexpo.com and follow @ahrexpo on Twitter.
The AHR Expo is produced and managed by:
International Exposition Company, Inc.

Armstrong’s “Small Upgrades for Big Savings in HVAC” Webinar Scheduled for January 8
2019-01-08 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar
“Start Right – Small Upgrades for Big Savings in HVAC” is the topic of a free webinar being offered by ”Armstrong Fluid Technology on January 8, 2019.
The webinar will focus on how building owners can implement flow data to enhance their operations by upgrading to intelligent pumps. Register here.
This is the second in a series of three webinars focused on energy savings to help building managers, engineer and other industry professionals get the best performance from their HVAC systems.
Those HVAC professionals who missed the first webinar, “Massive Energy Savings – Performance Management for your HVAC System” that broadcast in December, 2018 can watch it here.
The final webinar in the series “Take the Mystery out of your HVAC System – how to get the best performance out of your HVAC System” will broadcast live on February 5. This webinar will explain how capturing the right information will provide the facts and insights to optimize HVAC systems. Register here.
The webinar series is designed to help industry professionals reduce energy usage, as an additional aspect of Armstrong’s 2-by-22 commitment. All of the webinars are free to attend. Sessions will broadcast from 11:00 am to Noon (EST) and will include opportunities for Q&A.

﻿Machinery Vibrations and Rotordynamics Short Course
2019-01-07 08:00 - 2019-01-11 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Houston, TX, Houston, TX, United States
The Machinery Vibrations and Rotordynamics short course offers a practical approach to understanding basic vibration theory and using it to solve mechanical vibration problems in the field. Rotordynamics terminology in common use will be defined and explained, including critical speeds, critical speed inversion, unbalance response and rotordynamic instability.
Who should attend?
The course is designed to benefit both young engineers and veterans who want to freshen their skills and learn about what practices are helping others achieve success.The course offers concepts and techniques for engineers involved in design, operation and maintenance of rotating equipment. Participants should have experience with rotating machinery and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent knowledge of basic college-level mathematics.
Instructors:
Dr. Dara W. Childs – Retired, Texas A&M Turbo Lab Director
Dr. Adolfo Delgado – Texas A&M Professor
Dr. Luis San Andres – Texas A&M Professor
Dr. Fouad Zeidan – Independent consultant, former president/owner of KMC Bearings, Plus, Inc.
Register Here!

How to Ensure a Safe Mining Operation
2018-12-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Pipe flow analysis is incredibly important for mining applications in several ways including mine dewatering, ventilation, slurry handling. This webinar will focus on how to solve issues with these types of applications in the mining industry primarily using AFT Fathom, but AFT Impulse and AFT Arrow components could also be used.

Register here.

Pump and Mechanical Seal Reliability
2018-12-11 08:00 - 2018-12-14 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides the participant a better understanding of the reliability issues related to the interrelated functions of the centrifugal pump and mechanical seal, as they are operated in a complex pumping system under a variety of conditions. Participants learn how to identify and address causes of poor pump and mechanical seal reliability by focusing on mechanical and operational issues that can negatively affect pump and seal performance.
Basic pump and mechanical seal issues are discussed in the classroom, and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments to indicate flow, pressure, temperature, and power consumption. The pumps are operated by the students themselves. 60% classroom, 40% labs.
Specific topics include:

Review of centrifugal pump basics
Pump operating conditions that affect both pump and seal reliably
Mechanical issues that affect pump and seal reliability
Troubleshooting centrifugal pump failures
The effects of the various types of cavitation in a mechanically sealed pump.
The importance of proper clearances in a centrifugal pump.
Review of mechanical seal basics
Mechanical seal installation, commissioning and operation
Detailed steps to mechanical seal troubleshooting
Seal failure case studies

AUDIENCE
This course builds upon level 1 pump and mechanical seal courses. Experienced operations and maintenance personnel and engineers with at least 1 or more years of field experience are preferred.
Register Here!

The 33rd International Maintenance Conference (IMC) 2018
2018-12-10 08:00 - 2018-12-14 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hyatt Regency Coconut Point, Bonita Springs, FL, 5001 Coconut Rd, Bonita Springs, FL, 34134, United States
The IMC 2018 will be held at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point in Bonita Springs, Florida. DMSI will be joining over 1,000 reliability leaders, machine learning masters and physical asset managers in the world!
IMC Registration Details
VIP Registration
$2499 per person, 5-Day Pass
Includes additional benefits, such as:

Five-Day Conference Pass
Guaranteed hotel reservation at the Hyatt Regency
Coconut Point from Sunday – Friday with room and tax to be paid by attendee
Private VIP Lounge access with refreshments and snacks
Companion meal and networking pass
$200 off 2019 conference pass (TRC-2019, MaximoWorld 2019, IMC-2019)
*Visit website for full list of benefits.

Early Bird Registration (until Sept. 30th)
Team Registration
5-Day Pass

10+ members on a team: $1299 per person ($800 Off Standard)
5-9 members on a team: $1499 per person ($600 Off Standard)

Individual Registration
1-4 people, 5 or more becomes a Team registration

5-Day Pass: $1799 per person (Standard $2099)
4-Day Pass (Mon.-Thurs.): $1599 (Standard $1899)

Absolute deadline for all registration: October 15
The Program
140+ professional development sessions cover all aspects of reliability, condition monitoring, machine learning, asset management, operational excellence, precision maintenance, human capital management and competency-based learning.
The Presenters
200+ experienced leaders share their winning ideas for program and career success.
The Experience
5 days of interactive learning, intensive innovation, high-value networking, simulations and scenario-based learning, performance-enhancing skills and emerging trends.
IMC 2018 Conference Schedule
Mon. Dec. 10

Welcome Keynote
Focused Forums
Possibility Paradigm Sessions
Networking Reception and Concert
Women in Reliability and Asset Management (WIRAM) Dinner

Tues. Dec. 11

Certificate Short Courses
Autism Awareness Charity
Golf Tournament
Human Machine Collaboration Panel
Reliability Leader Networking
Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) Exam
Welcome Reception (Expo Hall) and Learning Labs

Wed. Dec. 12

Uptime Awards Ceremony
RAP Talks
Learning Sessions
Expo Hall
Casino Night and Karaoke

Thurs. Dec. 13

Keynote
Learning Sessions
Expo Hall
Expert Panel and Townhall (Conference Giveaways)

Fri. Dec. 14

Full-Day Workshops
Reliability Leadership Game
HPAM Game: Organization-Wide Physical Asset Management Game
Vibration Diagnostics Elements Game
Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) (English and Español)

EXAMS:

Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) (English and Español)
Vibration Leader Badge

For full conference details and registration, click here.

Cavitation Modeling with AFT Impulse
2018-12-05 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
The presence of cavitation during a waterhammer event makes it very difficult to interpret results correctly. This is because the evaluation of cavitating behavior is very much a grey area where black and white answers do not exist. Come join us in this webinar to learn the tips and tricks of how to use AFT Impulse properly in order to effectively understand and evaluate your cavitating results.
Register here.

Centrifugal Pump Fundamentals
2018-12-04 08:00 - 2018-12-07 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides the student with a thorough understanding of centrifugal pump design, function and operation. Common process control and performance measurement methods are reviewed, and the necessary calculations associated with pumping systems are executed and explained.
Centrifugal pump issues are discussed in the classroom and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments that indicate flow, pressure and power consumption as the pumps are operated by the students themselves. 65% classroom, 35% laboratory.
Specific topics include:

Pump components and nomenclature.
PD pumps vs. Centrifugal pumps.
Centrifugal pump types.
System hydraulics
Centrifugal pump curves.
Affinity Laws.
NPSH and types of cavitation.
Viscosity impact on performance.
Power
Specific Speed
Suction specific speed.

AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of centrifugal pumps and their proper operation.

Staying Safe With Proper Heat Exchanger Sealing
2018-11-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar
Who Should Attend: All Maintenance and Plant / Stationary Engineers
In April 2010 a heat exchanger exploded at a refinery in Washington state tragically killing seven people. Some of the tragedy stemmed from root causes in the safe and proper application of gaskets in bolted heat exchanger joints.
Join us in this webinar where Ron Frisard, Chesterton’s Global Product Manager will examine this accident and uncover how improper gaskets in bolted heat exchanger joints played a role in the tragedy. Learn about the technologies, engineering, and best practices used for increased safety and enhanced reliability for heat exchangers.
Presented by:
Ron Frisard, Global Product Manager
ron.frisard@chesterton.com
Register Here!

Between Bearing Pump Repair (formerly MSPR)
2018-11-27 08:00 - 2018-11-30 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Desio, Italy
An Intermediate Level class for maintenance staff.
This course instructs participants on the proper procedures for the preparation, rigging, disassembly, inspection and failure analysis of between bearing centrifugal pumps. The pumps addressed include both horizontally and radially split pumps; i.e BB1 through BB5 style equipment.
During the course the participants will:

Discuss field and shop inspection of the pump and system components
Practice disassembly and inspection procedures and best practices
Document and analyze information gathered during disassembly and inspection
Identify and discuss elimination of failure modes
Review industry standards for component NDE and repair techniques
Practice bearing and seal removal and installation
Discuss industry standards and criteria for component balancing
Reassemble pumps with an emphasis on measuring and recoding critical dimensions and runouts

AUDIENCE
This course is for mechanics, millwrights and others who are responsible for maintaining between bearing pumps.

Pump and Mechanical Seal Principles
2018-11-27 08:00 - 2018-11-30 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the basics of pumps, pumping systems and mechanical seals. The course curriculum is centered on centrifugal pumps and the mechanical seals that they utilize in common industrial applications.
Basic pump and mechanical seal composition and operation are discussed in the classroom, and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments to indicate flow, pressure, temperature, and power consumption. The pumps are operated by the students themselves. 65% classroom, 35% labs.
Specific topics include:

Pump designs
Basic pump system hydraulics
Centrifugal pump performance curves
NPSH and cavitation issues
Types of centrifugal pumps
Pump impeller design
Mechanical seal basics
Seal chamber designs
Mechanical seal materials of construction
Seal installation procedures
Mechanical seal piping plans
Common seal support systems

AUDIENCE
Engineers; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of pumps and mechanical seals.

Valve World Expo Dusseldorf 2018
2018-11-27 08:00 - 2018-11-29 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Fair ground Düsseldorf, Düsseldorf, Germany
Innovation platform, industry meeting point, trend barometer: Also in 2018,VALVE WORLD EXPO is once again the world’s leading trade fair for industrial valves. With the VALVE WORLD EXPO CONFERENCE and PUMP SUMMIT 2018, two further attractive visitor magnets are again integrated into the trade fair concept.
Come to VALVE WORLD EXPO: The place to be in 2018

Engineered Overhung Pump Repair (formerly SSPR)
2018-11-21 08:00 - 2018-11-23 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Desio, Italy
A Basics Level course for maintenance staff. This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate failure modes and repair API 610 overhung process pumps. The course is comprised of approximately 40 percent classroom and 60 percent laboratory time. Concepts and theory are taught in a classroom setting and then reinforced with hands-on exercises. Working in teams, participants will disassemble, inspect, and determine failure modes for a variety of API 610 overhung pumps. Classroom texts and equipment are generic to all OEMs’ hardware.
AUDIENCE
This course is for mechanics, millwrights and others who are responsible for maintaining API 610 overhung process pumps.

Waterhammer issues and surge suppression
2018-11-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
The nature of dealing with waterhammer issues often does not involve a black and white approach. Effectively analyzing waterhammer model results is very much of an art as well as a science. Come and learn some useful analysis techniques to ensure you are understanding your waterhammer results correctly.

Register here.

Engineered Sealing Systems
2018-11-19 08:00 - 2018-11-21 17:00 (America/Chicago) | John Crane Training Centre – Western Australia, 1/17 Baile Road Perth, Canning Vale, Perth, 6155, Australia
This instructor-led course introduces the basic principles of mechanical seals and seal support systems. Learning is through an effective blend of classroom theory sessions and practical, hands-on exercises. The course includes appropriate assessments on theory and practical elements. A certificate is issued to delegates on successful completion of the course.
Note: This is the first part of a two-course program; the second course is Advanced Mechanical Seals and Systems.
Learning Objectives
This training course is intended to meet the learning needs of end-user/OEM/contractor personnel working with rotating equipment, such as centrifugal pumps used in process industries.
Key objectives of the course include:

Understand the fundamental principles of mechanical seals and support systems used in rotating equipment
Provide opportunities for hands-on experience with mechanical seal assembly and installation
Understand and be able to apply the latest sealing technology used on process applications
Be able to comply with relevant industrial shaft sealing standards
Be able to adopt safe working practices at all times when working with mechanical seals and support systems
Understand the importance of mechanical seal performance for overall process plant reliability
Understand the consequences of any seal leakage

Intended Audience (Industry/Role)
This course is directly relevant to those working in process plants using rotating equipment fitted with mechanical seals and associated support equipment — particularly including industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, pharmaceutical, and waste and water treatment.
The course is aimed at end-user plant personnel responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance and reliability of rotating equipment, including those working in management, engineering, operations and technician roles.
The course is also relevant to those working in rotating equipment OEMs and as process plant contractors.
Registration Open Until Monday 5 November, 2018 12:00 PM (EST)

Fugitive Emissions Course
2018-11-14 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel, 2222 West Loop South, Houston, TX, 77027, United States
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Royal Sonesta Houston Hotel, Houston, Texas
Register now
Topics to be covered:

The history of fugitive emissions testing
Terms and definitions
Industry practices and implementation
Types of equipment
Manufacturing process improvements
Packing Manufacturer’s Fugitive Emission “Best Available Control Technology (BACT)”
Improvements for the future
Problems, installation and maintenance

Ideal participants:

Professionals looking for a generalized outline of fugitive emissions testing, standards and related topics
Anyone looking to renew and update their knowledge base on this subject
Anyone interested in expanding their understanding of LDAR, EPA requirements and testing procedures, and equipment used in mitigating fugitive emissions
New professionals in the valve industry without a technical or engineering background

Attendees receive:

Certificate of completion
Lunch, snacks and drink
Print copy of Valve World Americas journal
Digital subscription to Valve World Americas journal
Valve Essentials and Fugitive Emissions Workbooks with notes from the courses

Additional information:
The cost to attend each one-day session, which run from 9:00AM to 5:00PM, is $499 USD
Deadline for registration: Friday, November 9th, 2018

Managing Aging Plants USA 2018
2018-11-13 10:00 - 2018-11-14 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel, 2222 West Loop South, Houston, TX, 77027, United States
The 2018 Managing Aging Plants USA will be held from November 13th to 14th, 2018 at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel in Houston, Texas. The aim of this dynamic event is to create a community dedicated to operating aging infrastructure safely & efficiently through the use of materials, inspection methods, best practices, etc.
The conference
Mr. Kenneth Kirkham, Principal Engineer with E²G| The Equity Engineering Group, Inc., is the Conference Chairman and he will develop an in-depth conference program alongside the Vice-Chairman Mr. Cody Kell, a Materials Engineering Specialist with 3M, and a steering committee made up of esteemed representatives from companies such as Air Liquide, AkzoNobel, Albemarle, Fluor, Suez, etc.
The conference schedule will consist of keynote lectures, presentation sessions, and workshops focusing on a variety of relevant topics such as:
Managing Aging Infrastructure
Counterfeit Materials
Damage Mechanism Reviews
Integrity Operating Windows
Life Extension
Maintenance & Repairs
New Problems in Aging Plants
New Technology for Managing Old Plants & Problems
Piping Inspection & Reliability
Remaining Life Assessment
Risk-Based Inspection (RBI)
Testing Technologies
Upgrading Existing Assets
Management Challenges
Age & Gender Gaps in the Engineering Sector
Asset Integrity
Impact of Regulations
Increasing Efficiency
Knowledge Transfer
Managing an Aging Workforce
Reliability & Aging Assets
Training the Next Generation
Corrosion Resistant Alloys/Materials
Availability of Old Alloys & Compatibility with New Alloys
Duplex Stainless Steel
Failures & Solutions
Hydrogen Reformer Alloys and Problems
New Alloys to Solve New Problems
New Alloys to Solve Old Problems
Process Licensors Using Alloys to Solve Corrosion Problems
Reactive Metals
Sulfuric Acid Manufacturers Using Alloys to Extend Life
Worldwide Sourcing
The exhibition
Running alongside the conference is the exhibition, which will showcase the latest products and solutions for the processing, manufacturing, machinery, repair, and maintenance sectors.
There will be ample opportunities to meet and network with professionals specializing in procurement, production, maintenance, operations, and plant management. The exhibition will bring together end-users, buyers and specifiers from a variety of industries including oil & gas, chemical & petrochemical, power generation, etc.
Please view the 2018 floor plan here.

Valve Essentials Course
2018-11-13 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel, 2222 West Loop South, Houston, TX, 77027, United States
Tuesday, November 13, 2018 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM
Royal Sonesta Houston Hotel, Houston, Texas
Register now
Topics to be covered:

Basic introduction to flow control
Quarter-turn valves – including ball, plug and butterfly valves
Common design features – such as end connections, gaskets, bonnets, stems, stem seals, seats, backseats and trims
Self-acting valves – such as check valves
Multi-turn valves – including gate, globe, needle, pinch and diaphragm valves
Valve Applications – such as oil & gas production and transportation, refining, LNG, power generation, chemical processing and utility lines
Topics relating to valve ratings, materials, testing and more
Problems, installation and maintenance

Ideal participants:

Professionals looking for a generalized outline of valve systems and equipment
Anyone looking to renew and update their knowledge base on this subject
Valve distributors and manufacturers’ sales representatives looking to expand their understanding of the products
New professionals in the valve industry without a technical or engineering background

Attendees receive:

Certificate of completion
Lunch, snacks and drink
Print copy of Valve World Americas journal
Digital subscription to Valve World Americas journal
Valve Essentials and Fugitive Emissions Workbooks with notes from the courses

Additional information:
The cost to attend each one-day session, which run from 9:00AM to 5:00PM, is $499 USD
Deadline for registration: Friday, November 9th, 2018

Pump System Analysis
2018-11-13 08:00 - 2018-11-16 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides a comprehensive analysis of pump performance and its dependency on operations upstream and downstream from the pump. Students will review pump hydraulics and apply these fundamentals to calculate the reliability of the overall pump system. 60% classroom, 40% labs and team exercises.
Specific topics include:

Calculating friction head losses.
Calculating total dynamic head
Reviewing system head curves for in-line and branch-line systems.
Comparing parallel vs. series operation.
Variable speed control vs. valve throttling.
Calculating NPSH available.
Pump selection recommendations.
Calculating specific speed and suction specific speed.

AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of pumping systems and the ways those systems can be improved.

Pump and Mechanical Seal Basics
2018-11-13 08:00 - 2018-11-14 17:00 (America/Chicago)
This course provides participants with the knowledge and skills required to understand the basics of pumps and mechanical seals. The course details the components of pumps and mechanical seals, and their functions, how they work together, and what they need to operate reliably in a system. Designed as an on-site course, concepts and theory are taught in a classroom setting and then reinforced with hands-on exercises using portable laboratories. 80% classroom, 20% labs.
Specific topics include:

Introduction to pump terms and definitions
Construction of the pump and the function of each pump component
Basic hydraulics regarding liquid flow and head in a system
Centrifugal pump performance curves.
Net Positive Suction Head and various types of cavitation
Mechanical seals – designs and components
Single and dual mechanical seals and why they are used
Common mechanical seal piping plans and why they are used

AUDIENCE
Engineers; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of pumps and mechanical seals.

Dry Gas Seal Seminar (1-Day)
2018-11-13 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Pasadena, TX, 4015 flowserve way, Pasadena, TX, 77503, United States
This seminar introduces principles of dry gas seals and seal support systems for centrifugal compressors and rotating equipment. Topics include an Overview of the History of Gas Seals, Principles of Operation, Seal Arrangements & Types, and Troubleshooting.

Learning Objectives
This training course is intended to introduce the design and application of dry gas seals to end-user/OEM/contractor personnel working with turbomachinery such as centrifugal compressors used in process industries.
Key objectives of the course include:

Recall of the fundamental principles of dry gas seals and support systems used in turbomachinery
Describe dry gas seal capabilities (static and dynamic)
Explain critical design and installation considerations
Review of materials and constructions
Identify and describe control system design and functionality
Classify typical failure modes for a dry gas seal

Intended Audience (Industry/Role)
This course is directly relevant to those working in process plants using turbomachinery rotating equipment fitted with dry gas seals and associated support equipment — particularly including industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical and power generation.
The course is aimed at end-user plant personnel responsible for the installation, operation, maintenance and reliability of turbomachinery, including those working in management, engineering, operations and technician roles.
The course is also relevant to those working in rotating equipment OEMs and as process plant contractors.
Dates and Registration
View Dates, Location, Price and Registration Here

Pulsation Control - AFT Impulse Pulsation Frequency Analysis (PFA)
2018-11-07 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Webinar
Acoustical frequency analysis has always been a very well-kept secret by specialized companies; AFT Impulse’s Pulsation Frequency Analysis (PFA) Module will give AFT Impulse users a comprehensive access to this technology. Join us in this webinar and learn how to use this new powerful tool.
Register here.

Centrifugal Pump Fundamentals
2018-11-06 08:00 - 2018-11-09 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Desio, Italy

Between Bearing Pump Repair (formerly MSPR)
2018-11-06 08:00 - 2018-11-09 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Pasadena, TX, 4015 flowserve way, Pasadena, TX, 77503, United States

Mechanical Seal Fundamentals
2018-11-06 08:00 - 2018-11-09 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides the student with foundational information regarding the purpose of mechanical seals, how they are constructed, where they are used, and what they need to effectively perform in a wide variety of applications. Mechanical seal issues are discussed in the classroom and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments to indicate seal chamber pressure and temperature as the pumps are operated at various flow rates by the students themselves. 70% Classroom, 30% labs.
Specific topics include:

Pump and mechanical seal basics.
Seal function (how they work).
Mechanical seal piping plans.
Proper seal installation and removal.
Mechanical seal types and arrangements.
Reading mechanical seal drawings.
Materials of construction.
Fluid properties effect on seals.

AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of the many mechanical seal applications in rotating equipment.
