Overview

Machines deteriorate and they get older so we can expect a certain amount of performance falloff and general deterioration of the machine.  If we understand the failure mechanism that is in place, we can identify which parameters best indicate the deterioration of the machine.

This training focus on the start-up and operation of these machines and their optimal maintenance, diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques. The training will also highlight the guidelines for efficient and safe operation, by indicating the important elements of safety control systems. It will cover root cause analysis (RCA), mode of failure, inspection for buses, bulkers, nozzle, bearing, repair method, oil analysis and relation with vibration analysis.

Training Objectives

This training will introduce participants to fundamentals of rotating equipment in oil and gas industry.  We will discuss different types of gas compressors, pumps and turbines and the importance of their design elements such as bearings, seals, filters, safety controls, and others

The training will cover areas such as:

1. Principles of compressor, pump and turbine start up and operation.
2. Best practices for maintenance and repair
3. Measurement and control of performance of these machines
4. Inspection and diagnosing the root cause of problems.
5. Troubleshooting techniques for operational problems of pumps, compressors, and turbines.

At the end of this program, the participants will:

1. Understand operation of various types of compressors, pumps, and turbines.
2. Operate compressors pumps and turbines close to their design efficiency.
3. Monitor compressor, pump and turbine reliability and availability.
4. Combine range of operation and cost effectiveness.
5. Select the best operation and maintenance strategy.
6. Troubleshoot compressor, pump, and turbine problems.

The Course Content

Day One: Technical Characteristics of Rotating Equipment

• Rotating Equipment and Safety Requirements for Start-Up and Operation
• Specifics of Gas Compressing and Cooling Methods
• Selection and Application of Gas Compressors

• Design Elements of Centrifugal and Axial Compressors
• Performance of Reciprocating and Rotary Compressors
• Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day Two: Pump Elements and Operating Characteristics

• Specifics of Process of Liquid Pumping Based on Liquid Types
• Selection and Application of Liquid Pumps
• Design Elements and Characteristics of Centrifugal Pumps
• Importance of Suction Pumping System for NPSH and Cavitation
• Performance of Reciprocating and Rotary Pumps
• Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day Three: Gas and Steam Turbines Operating Characteristics

• Industrial Application of Gas and Steam Turbines
• Design Elements and Operation of Gas Turbine
• Combustor Performance and Selection of Fuels
• Steam Turbine Operating Characteristics and Safety Control System
• Cogeneration Process with Gas and Steam Turbine working Together
• Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day Four: Installation, Start-Up, and Performance Control of Rotating Equipment

• Installation, Commissioning, Start-Up, and Performance Control of Compressors
• Installation, Commissioning and Start-Up of Pumps and Piping Systems
• Start-Up of Gas and Steam Turbines
• Summary of Operation Control and Performance Monitoring of Rotating Equipment
• Workshop: Case Study, Examples and Solutions

Day Five: Inspection, Maintenance and Troubleshooting of Rotating Equipment

• Inspection of Vital Elements of Rotating Equipment and Safety Control
• Common Failures in Operation of Rotating Equipment
• Condition Monitoring and Predictive Maintenance
• Bearing Degradation and Replacement
• Mechanical Seal Problems in Operation and Root Cause Analysis
• Summary and Conclusions

Duration: 5 Days