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Practical Valve Technology

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Practical Valve Technology

Selection, Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting

NASBA

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Course Summary

Power Plant and other petrochemical industries do deal with different types of valves. All piping systems are fitted with valves for controlling purposes or safety requirements. Understanding the function of each valve type will have an important reflection on the process quality, equipment and plant reliability, and the economics of the whole activity. Different application needs to select the appropriate valve type of a particular flow characteristics. Operation of the valve also affects the system and the process. Understanding the problems associated with valves is essential for diagnosis and troubleshooting and the needed maintenance for the particular type of valves.

The seminar will highlight:

  • The understanding of the function of different types of valves
  • The appreciation of the characteristics of valves
  • The selection and sizing process
  • The problems and phenomenon associated with valves operation
  • The ability to carry out troubleshooting of valves
Course Outline
Day 1

Basics of the Valve Technology and Sizing

  • Types of Valves
  • Valve Parts and Valves characteristics
  • Flow characteristics, Linear, quick opening & equal percentage, etc.
  • Valve-sizing and Selection criteria
  • Different valves characteristics
  • Examples
Day 2

Control Valves

  • Functions of valves
  • Methods of regulation
  • Control Valve Types
  • Valve end connections
  • Valves seating
  • Valve Control
Day 3

Check (Non-Return) Valves

  • Applications
  • Types of Check Valves
  • Check Valves Operation
  • Selection of Check Valves
  • Applications
Day 4

Relief and Safety Valves: Function and Operation

  • Relief Valves Types
  • Relief Valve Parts
  • Direct Acting and Pilot Control
  • Applications
  • Relief valves problems
  • Applications of Rupture Discs
Day 5

Valves Actuators ad Troubleshooting

  • Control Valves Types, Linear Valve Features and Rotary Valve Features
  • Actuation systems and Types of actuators
  • Valve Positioners
  • Pressure Recovery Characteristics
  • Cavitation in Valves and Water Hammer
  • Noise problems
Certificates
  • On successful completion of this training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates.
  • Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance.
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