Empowering Pumps and Equipment

Pump And Mechanical Seal Reliability
2018-10-30 08:00 - 2018-11-02 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.

Pump and Mechanical Seal Principles
2018-10-30 08:00 - 2018-11-01 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Angleton, TX, Angleton, TX, 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.

Pump Operator Training
2018-10-30 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Beaumont, TX, Beaumont, TX, United States
The purpose of this course is to teach principles and procedures that are necessary to optimize centrifugal pump and mechanical seal life through proper equipment operation. Participants will identify common causes of rotating equipment failure and discuss how they could be corrected or even prevented through proper operating procedures.
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.
Specific topics include:

Review of centrifugal pump basics.
Pump operating conditions that affect reliably.
Mechanical issues that affect pump reliability.
Troubleshooting centrifugal pump failures.
Review of mechanical seal basics.
Mechanical seal installation, commissioning and operation.
Mechanical seal troubleshooting.
Seal failure case studies.

AUDIENCE
All people or supervisors involved with the routine operation of mechanically sealed rotating equipment. Others who would benefit include engineers and personnel responsible for the reliability of rotating equipment.

Valve Basics Seminar & Exhibits
2018-10-30 07:00 - 2018-11-01 17:00 (America/Chicago)
A 3-DAY COURSE: VALVES, ACTUATORS & CONTROLS 101 – PASADENA, TX
Hosted by the Valve Manufacturers Association, the Valves, Actuators & Controls 101 training course features 15 individual lessons along with a hands-on learning experience that focuses on products covered in the classroom portion of the program.
Learn more: bit.ly/VMAvalvebasics

Compressor Station Vibration and the Impact on Performance, Cost and Reliability
2018-10-29 08:00 - 2018-10-31 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Fort Worth, TX, Fort Worth, TX, United States
Hands-on Training

This workshop focuses on vibration issues affecting compressor stations, including piping systems. Participants will gain a hands-on understanding of vibration issues and solutions at the design stage, as well as during commissioning and troubleshooting. Discussion topics include the impact of equipment selection, operation, and piping layout on pulsation, vibration, and performance.
This course is recommended for technicians and engineers involved in compressor design or troubleshooting, including rotating specialists, design staff, and field engineers.
Using a series of interactive case studies, the class will role play and make decisions based on various real-world scenarios. The program incorporates detailed computer modeling to make the scenarios realistic by including actual pulsation and vibration outcomes.
Attendees will actively participate in designing pulsation control and identifying support locations using tools provided by the presenters. An overview of torsional vibration and its impact on the design process will also be provided.
Each participant will receive a comprehensive workbook, a valuable resource that will provide benefits long after the completion of the class. Breakfast, lunch, and refreshment breaks provided.

Course content includes:

Compressor Design Process to Improve Reliability
Vibration Overview
Compressor Operation and Performance and Their Impact On Vibration
Pulsation Analysis Throughout the Piping System
Mechanical Resonance in the Piping, Skid and Foundation
Torsional Vibration
Small Bore Piping
Piping Layout Considerations
Overview of Centrifugal Compressor Vibration Issues

More on mitigating surge issues with AFT Impulse
2018-10-24 10:00 - 23:00 (America/Denver) | Webinar
Learn how to model and simulate surge issues in AFT Impulse such as: check valve slamming, proper relief valve modeling, and correctly use gas accumulators to suppress surges. Learn how to model and simulate surge issues in AFT Impulse such as: check valve slamming, proper relief valve modeling, and correctly use gas accumulators to suppress surges.
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2018 Assembly Show
2018-10-23 08:00 - 2018-10-25 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, ROSEMONT,, IL, United States
The ASSEMBLY Show is gathering together the manufacturing industry for its sixth annual event this year and has just announced the details for the 2018 education program. The show will offer Learning Theaters on the show floor which will give attendees a chance to increase their knowledge on assembly technology from leading subject matter experts as well as from a keynote speaker, pre-event workshops, networking events and much more. The ASSEMBLY Show is a three-day trade show and conference focused exclusively on assembly technology, equipment and products taking place at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL from Tuesday, October 23 to Thursday, October 25, 2018.

“For six years, we have worked with industry experts and our exhibitors to craft educational programs which provide professionals in the manufacturing industry a chance to learn about the latest innovations, tools and methods available,” said Tom Esposito, Publisher, ASSEMBLY Magazine. “This year we are especially excited for our educational program which will focus on automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 and we are confident attendees will benefit from the sessions with expert speakers and workshops.”

During the event on Wednesday and Thursday participating companies will have subject matter experts present in the Learning Theaters on topics including:

Join the IO-Link Revolution! It Will Make & Save You Money! presented by Balluff, Inc,
Why I Chose Battery-Free AGVs for a High Volume Assembly Line presented by RedViking
How to Accelerate the Transformation to Industry 4.0 as it Relates to Assembly Products presented byDesoutter Industrial Tools
Parts Feeding 101 for Robot Automation: Flexible Feeding and More presented byEpson Robots
Ingress Leak Testing – Protecting Products from their Environment Presented by LACO Technologies
Industry 4.0 – Key Features for a Successful Digital Transformation presented by Rexroth Corporation
Eliminate FDA Software Validation for Production Line Data Exchangepresented by elliTek, Inc.
A Logical Path to a Smart Factory presented by Visual Knowledge Share, Ltd.
Getting Lean with AGV’s in Assembly and Manufacturing presented by Jervis B Webb Company, a Division of Daifuku North America
How Intelligent Robotic Automation Can Improve Your Bottom Line presented by FANUC America Corporation
Implementing Digital Factory Transformation in 73 Easy Steps presented byUbisense
The Third Wave of Manufacturing Automation presented by Real Time Automation

In addition, industry leaders from Henkel, Sturtevant Richmont, Mountz, and Go&Up Automation will also present in the learning theaters. For updated information on the sessions, visit, http://www.theassemblyshow.com/index.php/about-the-show/agenda

This 6th Annual ASSEMBLY Show will bring together 8,000 industry professionals with nearly 300 exhibiting companies and will be full of opportunities for manufacturing engineers and managers to uncover new resources, experience equipment hands-on, evaluate the latest technologies and products and connect face-to-face with industry experts.

Pre-conference workshops on Tuesday, October 23 will focus on robotic assembly and automated assembly which will provide an interactive educational environment for attendees to learn more about these emerging topics. On Wednesday morning Eric Pope of US Synthetic will deliver the opening day keynote address on Culture by Design, where he will discuss how creating a culture of continuous improvement was instrumental to his company’s success. Registration is now open for the 2018 event at theassemblyshow.com.

The ASSEMBLY Show is sponsored by ASSEMBLY (www.assemblymag.com), a monthly trade magazine read by 56,000 engineers and managers responsible for manufacturing and designing cars, computers, catheters, coffee makers, etc. ASSEMBLY covers the processes, technologies and strategies for joining discrete parts into finished products. The event is produced by BNP Media (www.bnpmedia.com), one of the country’s leading business-to-business media companies serving professionals across 50+ industries. For more information, visit www.theassemblyshow.com

Fluid Sealing Association Fall 2018 Meetings
2018-10-23 08:00 - 2018-10-25 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hotel William Gray, 421 Rue Saint Vincent, Vieux-Montréal, QC, Canada
Come join us to learn about the FSA, keep up to date with the latest news in the fluid sealing and containment industry, and network with leaders in the industry!

Registration for the SMRP Annual Conference is Now Open!
2018-10-22 08:00 - 2018-10-25 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Rosen Centre, Orlando, FL, United States
Registration is now open for the 26th SMRP Annual Conference taking place October 22-25, 2018 at the Rosen Centre hotel in Orlando, Florida! See below for what this premier event offers.
Track Sessions
This year’s Annual Conference features more than 65 track sessions across seven tracks, including the five pillars of the SMRP Body of Knowledge (BoK), physical asset management and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Workshops
Gain valuable hands-on experience from more than 30 half- and full-day workshops taking place on Monday and Thursday. The cost to attend a workshop is not included in Annual Conference registration.
Facility Tours
SMRP offers exclusive facility tours of local businesses to give attendees a “behind-the-scenes” look at facilities and the best practices employed to ensure their proper operation. The following Orlando-area sites will be visited during this year’s event:

Kennedy Space Center
Walt Disney World
Sea World
The University of Central Florida’s District Energy Center
Lockheed Martin

Keynote Speaker Captain Mark Kelly
Keynote Speaker Captain Mark Kelly
The 2018 keynote address will be delivered by the Commander of Space Shuttle Endeavour’s Final Mission, Captain Mark Kelly. With an extraordinary career of service, Mark will share the lessons learned from his extensive travels and experiences in the Navy, outer space and on the ground. From leading teams in some of the most dynamic environments imaginable, to the thrill of spaceflight, and the recovery and resilience of his wife Gabrielle Giffords, he reveals the foundations for success so you can accomplish your mission in life and work.
Early Bird pricing is available until September 7, 2018.
We look forward to seeing you in Orlando!

Register today

How to Construct and Operate a Temporary Oven
2018-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
EVENT SPECIFICS:

Type of education: Webinar

Date of the event: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Central Time Zone

Instructor: Chuck Yung, EASA Senior Technical Support Specialist

This webinar will demonstrate an easy-to-build temporary oven that can be constructed in the service center or in situ. Discussion will cover:

Materials to use and where to obtain
Heating: electric, propane, or other?
Measuring winding temperature
Regulating oven temperature
Storage of the parts when not in use
Safety concerns and cautions

Target audience: This webinar will benefit service center supervisors and management.

PRICE: Member price: $59 per site

Nonmember price: $199 per site

More on mitigating surge issues
2018-10-17 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Webinar
Wed Oct 17th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

Learn how to model and simulate surge issues such as: check valve slamming, proper relief valve modeling, and correctly use gas accumulators to suppress surges.
Register here.

Fugitive Emissions Course
2018-10-17 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Monday, October 17, 2018 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM
George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas
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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

Valve Essentials Course
2018-10-16 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Monday, October 16, 2018 – 9:00AM – 5:00PM
George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas
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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

Hydraulic Institute 2018 Fall Conference
2018-10-15 - 2018-10-18 | Hotel Bonaventure, 900 DE LA GAUCHETIERE W, MONTREAL, QUEBEC, Canada
HI provides members with a variety of opportunities to collaborate and network with their pump industry colleagues. Pump conferences and events throughout the year offer members unique opportunities for networking, education and participation in pump standards development.

PACK EXPO 2018
2018-10-14 08:00 - 2018-10-17 17:00 (America/Chicago) | McCormick Place, 2301 S King Dr, Chicago, IL, 60616, United States
International Is The Main Event for Packaging Solutions

October 14 – 17, 2018
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL USA
In 2018, PACK EXPO International will be the world’s largest packaging trade show, featuring:

50,000 attendees from across 40+ vertical industries
2,500+ exhibitors showcasing their latest packaging solutions and launching new products
1.2 million+ net square feet of exhibits
Free educational sessions in venues on the show floor
The PACKage Printing Pavilion, this new 60,000 square-foot area showcases printing and converting technologies.

Who Attends
Attendees include high-level representatives from a wide variety of consumer packaged goods companies (CPGs), retailers and other end users.

38% are CEO/GM/senior management and plant management
22% from engineering, package development, R&D and IT
11% in production, operations, quality control and compliance
marketing, brand managers and package designers
procurement and sales
logistics and supply chain management

Industries Most Represented
Food & Beverage

Baking & Snacks
Beverage
Cereals, Breakfast Foods
Confectionery/Candy
Dairy
Fruit/Vegetables (Fresh, Canned, Frozen)
Grain, Seeds, Beans, Flour, Nuts
Meat/Poultry/Seafood
Prepared Foods
Wine/Beer/Spirits

Other Industries

Automotive
Building/Construction/Home Improvement
Chemical
Cosmetics/Toiletries
Electronics
Furniture/Fixtures
Hardware/Tools
Household Chemicals/Soap
Paper/Printing
Pet Food/Pet Care
Textiles/Apparel
Tobacco
Toys/Sports/Crafts

Pump System Analysis
2018-10-09 08:00 - 2018-10-12 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. 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.

Advanced Mechanical Seals And Systems
2018-10-09 08:00 - 2018-10-11 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Morton Grove, IL, 6400 Oakton Street, Entrance A21, Morton Grove, IL, 60053, United States
Completion of Engineered Sealing System course (above) or equivalent is a pre-requisite for participation in the Advanced Mechanical Seal Systems course.
This instructor-led course introduces more advanced principles of mechanical seals and seal support systems, including seal materials, performance and reliability, problem solving and root cause analysis. Learning is through an effective blend of classroom theory sessions and practical, hands-on exercises.
A certificate is issued to delegates on successful completion of the course.

Learning Objectives
This advanced course is the second part of a two-course program. The training course is intended to meet more in-depth learning needs of end-user/OEM/contractor personnel working with rotating equipment, such as centrifugal pumps used in process industries.
Upon completion of this course, learners should be able to:

Share a detailed overview of pump and seal chamber design principles
Apply advanced engineering principles of mechanical seal and support system design to identify potential solutions for underperforming systems.
Solve case study issues by selecting the appropriate materials for use in common sealing applications.
Recall the appropriate steps and processes for mechanical seal assembly and installation using safe working practices
Apply ISO and API shaft sealing standards to the selection of appropriate seals for common sealing applications.
Conduct a detailed observation analysis to identify and resolve mechanical seal failures associated with rotating equipment

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 engineers 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 engineers working in rotating equipment OEMs and as process plant contractors.
Dates and Registration
View Dates, Location, Price and Registration Here

AFT Impulse Introduction
2018-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Wed Oct 3rd 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

Take a look into how to perform a waterhammer analysis of your piping system with AFT Impulse. This webinar will focus on how to control a valve-closure process to mitigate significant pressure surges.
Register here.

WEFTEC 2018
2018-09-29 08:00 - 2018-10-03 17:00 (America/Chicago) | New Orleans Morial Convention Center, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
WEFTEC® is recognized as the world’s largest annual water quality technical conference and exhibition, providing extensive educational opportunities and unparalleled access to the field’s most cutting-edge technologies and services.

ASPE 2018
2018-09-28 08:00 - 2018-10-03 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Georgia World Congress Center, 285 Andrew Young Intl Blvd NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30313, United States
The Largest Event for Plumbing System Design Professionals
The 2018 ASPE Convention & Expo is the ONLY event designed to enhance the professional development, technical education, and career growth of plumbing engineering professionals. Attend and discover game-changing innovations, profitable solutions and new ideas to maintain your competitive edge.
Combining professional development sessions designed exclusively for plumbing industry professionals with the largest plumbing product tradeshow in the country, the 2018 ASPE Convention & Expo is the must-attend event of the year. Join thousands of industry professionals in Atlanta, September 28 – October 3, 2018.

REGISTRATION

Expo-Only | Full Convention Registration | Pre-Convention Events | Exhibitor Registration
Expo-Only (Free of Charge)
Register for Expo-Only
Your complimentary registration will include:

Access to the show floor
Ability to meet with more than 300 exhibiting manufacturers and suppliers
Non-stop networking with more than 4,000 industry professionals from around the world
Access to the co-located ARSCA Pavilion
Complimentary education sessions in the Innovation Theater in the ASPE Pavilion
Participation in all prize drawings on the show floor
Ability to earn 11 hours of continuing education just for walking the show floor (additional fee required)

$50 for one day / $80 for two days
Receive 0.1 CEU credit per hour on the floor

Complimentary lunch voucher that can be used at the concession stands (Monday/Tuesday only)
Monday night exhibitor hospitality events

Full Convention Registration
Register for Full Conference
Registration for the full Convention & Expo includes the following:

Attendance to all education sessions and the ability to earn up to 17.25 hours of continuing education
Admittance to the ASPE Breakfast Award Ceremony & Keynote Address
Access to the show floor
Ability to meet with more than 300 exhibiting manufacturers and suppliers
Non-stop networking with more than 4,000 industry professionals from around the world
Entrance to ASPE’s Sunday Night Party at the Tabernacle Atlanta
Complimentary education sessions in the Product Showcase on the show floor
Participation in all prize drawings on the show floor
Ability to earn 11 hours of continuing educational credit just for walking the show floor
Access to ASPE Networking Lounge
Complimentary lunch voucher that can be used at the concession stands (Monday/Tuesday only)
Monday night exhibitor hospitality events

Join the Women of ASPE at the Second Biennial WOA Leadership Forum
2018-09-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Atlanta, 255 Courtland Street, NE, Atlanta, GA, 30303, United States
The American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) invites all plumbing industry professionals to the Women of ASPE (WOA) Leadership Forum being held September 28 at the Hilton Atlanta. During this full-day event sponsored by Delta Faucet, business experts will lead discussions on how to maintain successful career growth in today’s ever-changing construction industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with peers, learn about leadership and how to apply it toward professional growth, gain valuable knowledge and tools to take back to the office, and earn 0.4 CEUs.
The expert speakers and presentations will include:
Jason Gonzalez: Keynote Address
Cynthia Wentland: Fostering Generational Diversity
Judaline Cassidy: Mentorship Is Access to Success!
Paul Lorentz, LEED AP: Bucking the Professional Binary: A Man Doing “Woman’s Work” in a “Man’s World”
Candy Barone, CMCP, MBA, BSME: Say YES to Biz: Strategies to Destroy the N.O.I.S.E.
Sarah Balz, PE, CPD, LEED AP: The Women of ASPE
You can find more information about the speakers and their presentations here.
The WOA Leadership Forum is being held in conjunction with the 2018 ASPE Convention & Expo, the year’s premier professional development event for the plumbing system design industry. Combining the largest tradeshow dedicated exclusively to plumbing products and services with a technical education program, ASPE’s Convention & Expo draws attendees from across North America to network, learn about new technologies, earn CEUs, and increase their career advancement opportunities. This year’s event is being held in Atlanta from September 28 – October 3, and registration is available at expo.aspe.org. If you register for both the WOA Leadership Forum and the 2018 ASPE Convention & Expo, you will receive 25% off the Forum registration fee. The deadline to register for the Forum is August 28.

About ASPE: The American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) is the international organization for professionals skilled in the design, specification and inspection of plumbing systems. ASPE is dedicated to the advancement of the science of plumbing engineering, to the professional growth and advancement of its members and the health, welfare and safety of the public. The Society disseminates technical data and information, sponsors activities that facilitate interaction with fellow professionals, and, through research and education, expands the base of knowledge of the plumbing engineering industry. ASPE members are leaders in innovative plumbing design, effective materials and energy use, and the application of advanced techniques throughout the world. For additional information visit aspe.org.

Free webinar: Opportunities and challenges with handling flammable refrigerants
2018-09-26 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar
Refrigerant Safety Classes A2L and A3 have a very low GWP, making them a strong, long-term solution for many HVACR applications. However, these refrigerants are classified as mildly flammable and highly flammable respectively. This flammability class raises safety and compliance concerns. This webinar will help you understand these classes, along with the opportunities these refrigerants can offer. We’ll explore the four key considerations for A2L and A3 refrigerants:

Charging
Cooling capacity
Components
System design

REGISTER NOW!

Free webinar: Overcoming Regulatory and Efficiency Challenges with Oil-Free Solutions
2018-09-20 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar
Stricter refrigerant regulations combined with increasing demands for energy efficiency mean the systems of tomorrow must perform at superior levels, a lower cost, and with minimal flammability. Oil-free systems can help achieve these benefits and more. This webinar will give an overview of what oil-free systems can offer with a focus on water-cooled chillers, air-cooled chillers, and heat pump applications.
You’ll learn how oil-free systems can offer:

A simpler transition to lower GWP refrigerants
Lower total system operating costs and higher performance over the system’s life cycle
Smaller system footprint and reduced noise emissions
Simplified system design and reduced installation and maintenance costs

REGISTER NOW!

2-Speed, 2-Winding Pole Group Connections
2018-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
EVENT SPECIFICS:

Type of education: Webinar

Date of the event: Wednesday, September 19, 2018 12:00pm to 1:00pm Central Time Zone

Instructor: Jim Bryan, EASA Technical Support Specialist (retired)

The topics to be covered include:

One circuit wye connection best—No parallel paths, Turns per coil may prevent this
Delta or multiple parallel circuits—Product closed circuits, Circulating currents
Open delta (4 wire connection)
Permissible Connections—Skip pole, Adjacent pole
Determined by speed combination

Target audience:

This webinar will benefit service center technicians and supervisors.
PRICE: Member price: $59 per site
Nonmember price: $199 per site

Fire systems - using NFPA, water deluge with Impulse
2018-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Webinar
Wed Sep 19th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

There is one thing that every process, plant, building, etc. needs and that is an effective fire protection system. Come learn how to use AFT Fathom to accurately model your fire protection system in accordance with NFPA standards. This webinar will also look at the unique application of using AFT Impulse to evaluate waterhammer in a fire protection system.
Register here.

Mechanical Seal Fundamentals
2018-09-18 08:00 - 2018-09-21 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Desio, Italy
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.
Price: $2,300.00

Centrifugal Pump Fundamentals
2018-09-18 08:00 - 2018-09-21 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.

Learn How to Diagnose Motor, Generator, and Transformer Faults
2018-09-17 - 2018-09-21 | CA, United States
Motor Diagnostics Training
When: September 17 – 21 2018
Where: 985 South Riverside Drive, Elmhurst, IL 60126
ALL-TEST Pro designs and delivers a comprehensive learning experience which includes motor diagnostics theory, new motor testing technologies, and covers field applications. Attendees learn how to diagnose motor, generator, and transformer faults with a focus on reliability and troubleshooting for predictive maintenance.

3-Day Motor Circuit Analysis
Three days of training on de-energized motor testing prepares you to troubleshoot all types of electric motors, coils, windings, and enhances your ability to improve the reliability and uptime of your plant.
2.5 CEUs
2.5-Day Electrical Signature Analysis
Two and a half days of training on energized motor testing teaches you how to evaluate many types of electric motor systems, further supporting your reliability program.
2.3 CEUs
5-Day Training – MCA & ESA
Attend all five days and learn both energized and de-energized motor testing technologies and techniques.
3.8 CEUs
Complete the form to start the registration process!

47TH Turbomachinery & 34TH International Pump Users Symposia (TPS 2018)
2018-09-17 - 2018-09-19 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Get Your Free Pass!
You’re invited to the 47th Turbomachinery & 34th International Pump Users Symposia (TPS) in Houston this September!
Short Courses: Sept. 17
Symposia & Exhibition: Sept. 18-20
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Pump and Mechanical Seal Principles
2018-09-11 08:00 - 2018-09-14 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.
Cost: $1,785.00
