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Centrifugal Pumps: Testing, Design Centrifugal Compressor
and Analysis Performance Analysis

PD763 PD584

Focusing on the hydraulic principles of centrifugal pumps – as well as A practical introduction into performance analysis of centrifugal
the interaction between a pump and a pipeline – the course reviews fluid compressors, this course offers a thorough examination of the
mechanics, modified Bernoulli equation applied to piping systems, energy thermodynamic processes used to model the compression process
equation applied to pumps and piping systems, energy loss in a pipeline along with a description of the design limitations of the various process
and in fittings, pump selection process, pump performance measurements, parameters. Using case studies, the course demonstrates common
specific speed-efficiency relationship, affinity laws, and effect of pipeline errors in process data, compressor fouling, off-design operation
diameter on required pump size and net positive suction head. Participants and potential re-rates. Participants enter actual process data into a
will learn to use one dimensional flow theory to design an impeller, to compressor performance program and evaluate the results.
design a volute, and to predict how pumps behave in series and in Each participant will receive a hardbound textbook, Compressor
parallel. Also covered is a prediction of critical rotational speed of a Performance, Aerodynamics for the User, by M. Theodore Gresh,
pump shaft, shaft stresses, disk stresses, keyway stresses and more. along with extensive course notes.
Each student will receive a copy of Introduction to Fluid Mechanics,
4th Edition, by Dr. William S. Janna. You Will Learn To
You Will Learn To • Describe the different thermodynamic processes and parameters of
head, efficiency and power
• Explain how to measure radial and axial forces on impeller • Explain the relationship between the compressor and system curves
• Calculate shaft deflection and bearing loads, shaft and key stresses • Explain the effect of inlet gas density on compressor performance
• Describe approximate head, capacity and efficiency values even • Diagnose fouling and the effect of flow on thrust load
before you have made a final pump selection • Measure compressor performance in the field and how to interpret the
• Calculate the effects on pump performance of viscous liquids results
• Identify the pumps to select for operation in series or parallel
Who Should Attend Who Should Attend
This course is tailored to people who have some pump knowledge and Mechanical or chemical engineers with a minimum of 2-3 years of
process plant experience
are seeking a deeper understanding of how centrifugal pumps work, FLUIDS AND HEAT TRANSFER Public Courses
and when and how to apply this knowledge. This course benefits those Special Requirements
who are involved in some facet of pump design or application, or those Participants will need to bring a laptop with MS Excel installed and a
who are interested in pursuing a career in these areas. You should have scientific calculator for the third day of class.
a degree in engineering and some work-related experience with pumps
or equivalent experience in the pump field. Instructor Ed Wilcox
3 Days, 2.3 CEUs, 23 PDHs
Special Requirements Member $1,895 / List Price $1,995
Participants are required to bring a calculator, divider and flexible curve
to each session.
Instructor William Janna
3 Days, 2.3 CEUs, 23 PDHs
Member $1,895 / List Price $1,995

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