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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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.

Monday, October 16, 2018 - 9:00AM - 5:00PM George R. Brown Convention Center, 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 - […]

Monday, October 17, 2018 - 9:00AM - 5:00PM George R. Brown Convention Center, 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 […]

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 […]

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!

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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 […]