Intermediate Pump & System Training Course
2025-02-26 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Overview
This course is designed for individuals who have 2+ years of experience with pumps and systems or who have already completed the Basic Pump and System Training course. By providing immersive coverage of the pump and system design, operation, performance and applicable calculations, this course is applicable to technical professionals or veterans of the industry that want a grounding in the fundamentals. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and engineering principles.
This course will review the basics, but attendees would benefit from taking or having knowledge of the topics covered in the Introductory Pump & System Training course and Basic Pump & System Training course, Following the Intermediate course, attendees will be ready to attend the Pump System Optimization and Assessment training course.
Learning Level – Intermediate
This course is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.
This course will cover introductory content, but attendees would benefit from reviewing the Introduction to Pump Fundamentals On-Demand Training Course.
Audience
This course is for individuals who are working in the pump and fluid handling industry and are looking to improve their technical competencies. This course covers topics any experienced engineer in the fluid handling industry should master and will help experienced technical sales, maintenance and operations advance in their career.
Learning Outcomes

How the operating point affects reliability.
Determination of the pump system curve and the operating point.
How to calculate pump total head
Definition and calculation of NPSHA
Basics of cavitation
Rotodynamic and positive displacement pump types, design, and application considerations
Pump selection methodology
Fluid properties and how it affects the performance.
System drawings and pump system control
Use of hydraulic modeling to evaluate pump system operation

Course Materials Included

Slide Deck (PDF)
Pump System Optimization Guidebook ($225 Value)

Continuing Education Credits
Upon the successful completion of this day and passing the required quiz, you will receive a
Certificate of Completion. 7 PDHs | 0.7 CEUs | 7 CONTACT HOURs
Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Please contact – training1@pumps.org if you have interest in this course for yourself or your organization.

Modeling Fluid Flow in the Power Generation Industry: Challenges and Solutions
2025-03-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
The power generation and energy storage industries involves a wide variety of fluid transfer systems. These systems exist at the new design (greenfield) stage as well as the installed facility improvement (brownfield) phase. Steam power (fossil, nuclear, geothermal), natural gas power, combined cycle and hydroelectric involve moving liquids and gases often under heat transfer conditions. Many energy storage schemes involve technologies like pumped hydro, compressed gas, and thermal storage. AFT’s products handle the basic issues like flow distribution, but also the harder issues like compressible flow, waterhammer and transient pipe forces.

Wednesday Webinar: Vibration Concepts With Glen Powell
2025-03-05 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar
Instructor Glen Powell will introduce concepts and terminology related to vibration, including frequency, amplitude, phase, vibration waveforms and spectrums, vibration equipment, machinery faults, and resonance.

In-Person Training Seminars
2025-03-10 08:00 - 2025-03-14 17:00 | Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
Whether you’re new or experienced, you’ll find our seminars a worthwhile investment of your time. In-person training seminars are led by AFT professional engineers. Attendees will learn hydraulic flow and gas flow analysis techniques while gaining tips and tricks to make the process seamless. Seminars include the use of software, and each attendee is provided extensive training materials to keep for reference.
Registration Includes:

Custom reference materials
Training computers are provided
Lunch and snacks
Networking Happy Hour
Certificate for 18 hours of training

Fathom Seminar March 10-11:

Model pumping systems
Pump and valve sizing
Incompressible flow hydraulic theory
Use scenario manager
Troubleshoot models
Introduction to add-on modules
Network solution methodology
Understanding solution control
Sizing control valves
Modeling systems with heat transfer

Arrow Seminar March 12-13:

Modeling real gases
Understanding sonic choking
Modeling systems with gas mixing
Compressible flow hydraulic theory
Use scenario manager
Troubleshoot models
Introduction to add-on modules
Network solution methodology
Understanding solution control
Sizing control valves
Modeling systems with heat transfer

Impulse Seminar March 12-14:

Understand surge communication times
Modeling transient cavitation
Model pump transients, including inertial effects
Modeling time & event based transients
Model relief & vacuum breaker valves
Troubleshoot Impulse models
Predict unbalanced pipe forces
Choosing the best trade-offs between model run times
Model pipe sectioning round off errors
Understand graph & animation features
Size & locate surge suppression equipment

2025 WateReuse Symposium
2025-03-16 08:00 - 2025-03-19 17:00 | JW Marriott Tampa Water Street, Tampa, FL, United States
2025 marks the 40th anniversary of the WateReuse Symposium! In 1985, water professionals first convened in San Diego to discuss emerging water reuse technologies and strategies. Today, water reuse drives prosperity, sustainability, and public health for communities worldwide. In Tampa, Florida, March 16-19, 2025 we will reunite to turn the tide toward the next 40 years of water reuse.
The Annual WateReuse Symposium is the premier conference on water recycling — attracting water professionals and water reuse practitioners globally for knowledge-sharing, networking, and collaboration. The Symposium is the most comprehensive water recycling learning opportunity available, covering policy, technology, operations, and communications for applications that range from irrigation and potable reuse to onsite and industrial systems. This one stop event also includes networking events, six meals, coffee and snack breaks, and interactive workshops – all included in the price of Symposium registration!

Texas Water
2025-03-18 08:00 - 2025-03-21 17:00 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Texas Water is the joint annual conference of the Texas Section American Water Works Association and the Water Environment Association of Texas.
The conference is celebrating it’s 30th year as the Largest Regional Water Conference in the U.S.© and caters to professionals in the wastewater and water industry, including water quality engineers, treatment plant technicians, scientists, government officials, regulatory agency personnel, manufacturers and their agents, libraries, universities and groups and individuals concerned with protecting public health and the environment.
Texas Water’s location rotates around various cities in Texas each year and includes technical sessions, exhibits, competitions, networking opportunities and much, much more!

Optimizing Heat Exchangers for HVAC & Data Center Cooling
2025-03-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
In most parts of an HVAC system, pressure drop is considered something to avoid or prevent. But within a heat exchanger, too little pressure drop leads to low turbulence across the plates, and an increased risk of fouling. In this webinar, Jacob Wolfe will review heat exchanger selections for HVAC and Data Center applications. He’ll explain how to size heat exchangers for optimal pressure drops, flows and Logarithmic Mean Temperature Difference (LMTD) approach temperatures, all with a goal of optimizing selections without compromising performance.
PDH certificates will be sent to all attendees

Mastering Compressors and Pneumatic Systems in Arrow: Applications and Modeling
2025-04-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
This session will delve into the intricate world of compressors, essential components in various industries such as aerospace, automotive, and energy. Join Applied Flow Technology as they discuss the basic principles and types of compressors, including their roles in different applications and insights from real-world case studies. Learn how to model compressors and your broader compressible flow systems in Arrow to help you design more efficient and effective pneumatic systems.

Wednesday Webinar: Pump Types & Applications
2025-04-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar
Instructor Bob Jennings will introduce the different basic pump types and discuss when they are applied.

Deep Dive into Taco’s Base Mounted Pumps (FI / CI)
2025-04-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Presented by Rich Medairos, P.E., Brett Zerba and Tony Furst
Webinar topics include:
– What is a base mounted pump
– Components of construction
– Additional options
– Operating Specifications
– Dry shaft design
– Seals and seal options
– Spare part list
– eLink Taco Connectivity

Taco After Dark Part 2: Heat Emitters
2025-04-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar
Join Taco for Part 2 of Taco After Dark as they discuss Heat Emitters. In Part 1, we learned about simple heat loss calculations. In Part 2, we will use that information to size various heat emitters, including fin-tube baseboards, cast iron radiators, and radiant floor heating. We’ll also look at boiler selection and learn the difference between a boiler’s DOE output and its net I-B-R/AHRI output.
You won’t want to miss this fast-paced, fact-filled hour of non-stop hydronics.

ABB Services: Lifecycle Management Solutions
2025-04-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Join ABB’s upcoming webinar on ABB Lifecycle Management to discover how ABB’s innovative approach ensures seamless transitions through each phase of a product’s life cycle. Learn about strategies to maximize operational reliability, extend product life, and enhance overall asset management. Take advantage of this opportunity to gather valuable insights and practical advice from industry professionals!

Part 3: Pipe Sizing, Air Control & Pumping Away
2025-04-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar
Join Taco for Part 3 of Taco After Dark as we build on lessons learned in Parts 1 and 2 and discuss how to size boiler piping based on load, how and why different kinds of air separators work, and what all the fuss is about on circulator location and pumping away.
You’ll learn one of the cornerstones of our shared business: the Universal Hydronics Formula. This formula is kind of handy, and you’ll learn how to use it to size pipes, size circulators, and troubleshoot.
You won’t want to miss this fast-paced, fact-filled hour of non-stop hydronics.

ABB Services: Capital Spares Solutions
2025-05-01 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Join ABB’s webinar on ABB Capital Spares to learn how to maintain an inventory of critical spare parts on-site, reducing downtime and emergency costs. Discover strategies to optimize your spare parts management and ensure operational continuity with expert insights from ABB. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your asset reliability and efficiency!

Who Puts Fluids in Data Centers?!
2025-05-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Come learn about the construction and upkeep of data centers. With the increase in modern computing requirements the construction of large data centers is on the rise and one of the biggest considerations during the construction of these centers is how to keep all the components from overheating. See how AFT software can help to model Computer Room Air Conditioner (CRAC) systems or direct-to-chip liquid cooling.

Wednesday Webinar: Primary Failure Mode of Single Stage Pumps
2025-05-07 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar
Instructor Mike Mancini presents an in-depth look at the Failure Modes of Single-Stage Pumps, focusing on double-suction pump designs and the mechanics of axial shuttling. Gain valuable knowledge to improve pump performance and operational reliability.

ABB Services: Modernization & Performance Improvement Services for Motors and Generators
2025-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Join ABB’s webinar on ABB Modernization Services for Motors, Generators, and Drives to explore how upgrading your equipment can enhance performance, energy efficiency, and reliability. Learn from ABB experts about the latest strategies and technologies to extend the life of your assets and optimize their operation. Don’t miss this opportunity to future-proof your infrastructure and maximize your investment!

Extending Bearing Life with Modern Greasing Practices - LinkedIn Live
2025-05-16 09:00 - 22:00 | LinkedIn
Is your lubrication strategy keeping pace with modern reliability standards?
Too many organizations still rely on outdated, calendar-based lubrication practices that date back thousands of years — leading to over-lubrication, under-lubrication, unexpected failures, and increased operational costs.
Join Allan Rienstra CRL on the Tuesday, May 27th, for a practical and insightful webinar on extending bearing life with modern greasing practices.
Learn how precision lubrication — powered by simple and cost-effective ultrasound technology — can transform your asset performance, reduce energy consumption, minimize maintenance costs, and help meet your sustainability goals.

Pump Curves / Selection / Project Builder 2.0
2025-05-20 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Presented by Rich Medairos, P.E., Brett Zerba and Tony Furst
Webinar topics include:

BEP
Flow and Head
NPSH
Efficiency Lines
NOL
DOE Ratings
Shut-off / Dead Head
Impeller Trims
Taco’s Selection App

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ABB Services: Modernization Solutions for LV AC Drives
2025-05-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
In this session, ABB will delve into the benefits of upgrading your existing low-voltage AC drive systems with cutting-edge technology to significantly enhance performance, reliability, and efficiency. ABB’s modernization solutions are meticulously designed to replace critical components without necessitating substantial changes to your current infrastructure, thereby ensuring minimal downtime and investment costs.

ECM Circulators Out of the Basement
2025-05-27 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Presented by John Barba, Dave Holdorf and Jason Kockx
In this one-hour webinar, we are leaving the residential (sort-of) basement and diving into the larger world of ECM circulators. Sometimes, you just need more (ok, a lot more) than what the 0015e3 can deliver. The VR circulators have performances up to 65 feet of head and 320 gallons per minute. With the programmable buttons and intuitive interface, the options are endless between a simple fixed speed operation to variable speed operation for use in those larger systems like Snowmelt and those much, much bigger homes and projects. This session will explore the different modes and the associated piping systems they work with.
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ABB Services: Modernization Solutions for MV Drives
2025-05-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
In this session participants will learn value-add solution offerings bringing legacy ABB MV (and some non-ABB) products to the current generation control platform though Modernization hardware upgrades (no drive replacement required).

Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition
2025-06-02 08:00 - 2025-06-05 17:00 | Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel, 1551 N. Thoreau Dr., Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States
Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition is at the epicenter of education, cutting-edge tools, and expert industry discussions in the maintenance and reliability industry. Break out into learning sessions, hear from your favorite industry leaders, walk the massive exhibit hall, and enjoy the fun with daily networking events and prizes. Missing this event means missing out on career-transforming experiences.

HVAC Hydronic Balancing
2025-06-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Presented by Rich Medairos, P.E., Brett Zerba and Tony Furst
Webinar topics include:

What is balancing
ASHRAE 90.1 & proportional balancing
Balance valve selection
Automatic versus manual valves
Circuit balancing

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Valve World Americas Expo & Conference 2025
2025-06-04 08:00 - 2025-06-05 17:00 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
Bringing Together the Valve Community
Be part of the Valve World Americas Expo & Conference. The dynamic and interactive event will give attendees the opportunity to network with the leading minds driving ahead innovation and excellence, maintenance, and repair. Featuring an exhibition and a technical conference, the event will have something to offer for everyone, including manufacturers, fabricators, service providers, EPCs, and end users.
During the exhibition, manufacturers, suppliers and distributors will have the chance to showcase their latest products, technologies, services and capabilities, while simultaneously forming new business relationships and reaffirming old ones. The technical conference will feature experts from various sectors, who will focus on a wide range of topics and industries.

What's New? Key Features in New Version Showcase
2025-06-04 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Learn about the exciting new features of our newest version releases for Fathom, Arrow, Impulse, and xStream! Join AFT as they explore the enhancements designed to improve your experience, boost productivity, and streamline your workflow. From user-friendly interfaces to powerful new tools, they will guide you through each feature and show you how to make the most of them. Whether you’re a seasoned user or new to our software, there’s something here for everyone.

Wednesday Webinar: Pump Hydraulics Broken Down!
2025-06-04 14:00 - 15:30 | Webinar
Instructor Gary Dyson discusses how fluid movement has consequences for pump reliability.

ABB Ability(tm): Digital Powertrains
2025-06-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Join ABB’s webinar on ABB Ability Condition Monitoring for Powertrains to discover how real-time data and advanced analytics can enhance the reliability and efficiency of your powertrain systems. Learn from ABB experts about predictive maintenance strategies that minimize downtime and extend the life of your assets. Don’t miss out on this chance to fine-tune your operations and hit peak performance!

ABB Ability™ LEAP for HV Motors and Generators
2025-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Join ABB’s webinar on ABB Ability LEAP and Condition Assessment for HV Motors and Generators to learn how advanced diagnostics can predict and prevent failures in your high-voltage equipment. Discover how ABB’s innovative tools analyze the condition and expected lifetime of stator winding insulation, enabling proactive maintenance and extending asset life. Don’t miss this chance to enhance your operational reliability, reduce downtime, and improve overall efficiency!

Heat Pump Water Heaters and Domestic Hot Water Recirculation - 1 PDH
2025-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Presented by John Barba, Dave Holdorf and Jason Kockx
Heat Pump water heaters are gaining popularity throughout North America. However, how to best integrate domestic hot water recirculation with these units remains a challenge. Heat Pump water heater manufacturers are split on the topic, but saving water is just as important as saving electricity.
In this fast-paced, fact-filled hour, we’ll discuss the various DHW recirculation options and review which ones work best with Heat Pump water heaters and which ones should be avoided at all costs.
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