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Practical Pump and Valve Technology

Power plants and other petrochemical industries deal with different types of pumps and valves. Understanding the operation & characteristics of pumps and valves will have an important reflection on the process quality, equipment and plant reliability, and the economics of the whole activity. Identifying the problems associated with pumps and valves are essential for diagnosis and troubleshooting and the needed maintenance for the particular type of pumps and valves.

This training course will introduce the participants to modern methods for the design, selection, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of pumps, valves and the related components together with inspection tools. The course will focus on pump and valve characteristics, classifications and state-of-the-art technology. Early detection of failures through presenting actual case studies will be provided during this course.

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Cathodic Protection Systems

Corrosion is one of the major causes of ageing the industrial infrastructures. Maintaining the ageing infrastructure such as underground pipelines is a challenge to industries worldwide. Understanding why and how cathodic protection works or fails can help to formulate appropriate strategies in managing the pipeline corrosion problems. Understanding cathodic protection mechanism and how to control corrosion can lead to a remarkable improvement in the operation cost of piping and static equipment.

Proclad Academy’s Cathodic Protection Systems training course is designed to provide the participants with basic understanding of the technology related to cathodic protection, and best practices in designing, operating and maintaining cathodic protection of underground pipelines. This training course also covers typical designs of cathodic protection system, cathodic protection materials, potential measurements, monitoring and maintenance.

The key features of Proclad Academy’s Cathodic Protection Systems training course are:

  • The principles of corrosion mechanism
  • The role of cathodic protection in corrosion control
  • Components used in cathodic protection
  • Testing & maintenance of typical cathodic protection systems
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Piping System Design, Operation and Maintenance

A piping system is generally considered to include the complete interconnection of pipes, including in-line components such as pipe fittings and flanges. Pumps, heat exchangers, valves and tanks are also considered part of piping system. Piping systems are the arteries of our industrial processes and the contribution of piping systems are essential in an industrialised society. Many piping systems are subjected to hazardous service conditions and damage mechanisms which, if not adequately monitored and assessed, could result in major failures with consequential significant injuries and business losses. It is therefore essential to inspect the piping system to detect any damage, characterize it, and assess its impact on the equipment integrity.

This Proclad Academy training course is designed to help participants gain a comprehensive knowledge of elements that are essential for the design, operation, and maintenance of pipelines. The design of the gathering network, pressure drops, fluid pattern, and the network arrangement will be discussed in detail.  The course will also provide a practical way to learn about the elements considered in the design, code, factors, legislation, material selection, corrosion (internal and external) considerations, and management.  Hydrotesting, pigging (cleaning and smarts), pipeline integrity analysis using inspection survey, monitoring data, fitness for purpose, risk analysis, and predictive and preventative maintenance will also be covered.

The key features of Proclad Academy’s Piping System Design, Operation and Maintenance training course are:

  • Piping codes, standards and industry guides
  • Selection and sizing pipe and fittings
  • maintenance inspection techniques
  • Problems in operation: hydrostatic and leak testing
  • Inspection of corrosion, classification and evaluation of corrosion and structural integrity
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Corrosion Monitoring, Prevention & Control

The corrosion process is a wonderfully elegant example of nature at work. Of all industrial problems confronted by the engineers, only a few can be economically more important than the prevention of corrosion. Various industries experience significant issues with corrosion that collectively results in billions of dollars of loss each year. Corrosion monitoring, prevention and control is essential to increase the productivity and efficiency of any plant.

This Proclad Academy training course is structured to cover fundamental aspects of corrosion monitoring, prevention and control. Attendance to this training course will enable participants to establish a solid foundation in corrosion control. Exercises, hands-on practical sessions and virtual experiments throughout the course will help participants understand the concepts important to corrosion monitoring, prevention and control.

The key features of Proclad Academy’s Corrosion Monitoring, Prevention & Control training course are:

  • Impact of corrosion: economic, environmental and safety
  • Commonly-encountered corrosive environments
  • Various forms of corrosion
  • Corrosion inspection and monitoring
  • Corrosion control and prevention
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Maintenance Management & Technology: Proactive Approach for Managing and Improving Maintenance

Cost-effective maintenance doesn’t happen by chance – it has to be well planned, and this requires a strategy that is constantly kept up to date. Leading industrial organisations are evolving away from reactive (“fix-it-when-it-breaks”) management into predictive and productive management (“anticipating, planning, and fix-it-before-it-breaks”).

PROCLAD Academy’s Maintenance Management & Technology training course is an in-depth treatment of the major factors that have to be considered in order to produce a tailored maintenance strategy and the pitfalls to be avoided. A well-proven model for developing a maintenance strategy is introduced, and examples are then presented showing how this model can been applied successfully across a variety of industries. The training course will impart an understanding of how technology can be applied as part of a broad systematic approach to proactively managing and improving maintenance.

The key features of PROCLAD Academy’s Maintenance Management & Technology training course are:

  • Developing & Implementing Maintenance Programs
  • Optimising Maintenance Resources
  • Implementing Best Practice Maintenance Techniques
  • Continuous Improvement
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Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM): Analytical Process to Develop Optimized Maintenance Program

Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) is an analytical process used to assist in developing an optimized maintenance program delivering reduced maintenance costs and downtime, whilst optimising performance of systems and equipment to achieve maximum availability and Return on Investment (ROI), together with high levels of Safety, Quality and Environmental protection. RCM improves maintenance decision-making by providing an objective approach to selecting an appropriate maintenance strategy and establishing priorities.

PROCLAD Academy’s interactive Reliability Centered Maintenance training course addresses the integration of a range of reliability initiatives into an asset management strategy. Participants will discover the tools necessary to develop, implement, and sustain best in class maintenance and reliability programs. They will also learn the foundational elements their organisations need in order to reduce reactive maintenance, downtime and maintenance costs with proven reliability methods.

The key features of PROCLAD Academy’s Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) training course are:

  • Evolution of Maintenance
  • Background on RCM
  • Classifications of Maintenance
  • RCM Process Framework
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Efficient Shutdown & Turnarounds Management

Managing shutdowns and turnarounds in the process plant environment are a complex and demanding function. If turnarounds are not properly planned, managed and controlled, companies run the risks of serious budget overruns, costly schedule delays and negative impacts on customers.

PROCLAD Academy’s Shutdown & Turnarounds Management training course is developed to specifically respond to the needs of organisations to meet their shutdown and turnaround goals. A combination of extensive hands-on experience in turnaround planning and execution, input from turnaround teams, and emerging industry trends are blended together in the course to establish best practice turnaround management approaches. It will provide a thorough understanding of the effective shutdown and turnaround management.

The key features of PROCLAD Academy’s Shutdown & Turnarounds Management training course are:

  • Developing a Shutdown/Turnaround strategy
  • Management of all stages of the shutdown process
  • Developing management plan, work plans, resource plans and budget
  • Management related issues such as risk and safety
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Maintenance Planning, Scheduling & Work Control

Maintenance planning and scheduling is the first step needed to assist maintenance departments in achieving the two conflicting objectives of maximizing assets availability and reliability with the optimal cost. Besides planning and scheduling activities the planners needs to ensure that all logistics are provided for, and engage in the financial evaluation of maintenance initiatives.

PROCLAD Academy’s Maintenance Planning, Scheduling & Work Control training course provides the participants with principles of effective maintenance planning, as well as proven techniques for the development of an effective maintenance plan, the planning and control of maintenance work, shutdown management, and management reporting and analysis.

The key features of PROCLAD Academy’s Maintenance Planning, Scheduling & Work Control training course are:

  • Maintenance theory and practice
  • Maintenance work processes
  • Planning and logistics theory and practice
  • Performance management