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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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Advanced Alarm Management

Alarm Management is a key element in managing the operational risk of every facility. However, poor handling of the alarm systems – plagued by alarm floods, inaccurate alarms, and suppressed alarms – will diminish situation awareness and continue to negatively impact plant production and safety. An effective alarm system optimization strategy, one that leverages a proven methodology enabled by software automation, addresses these challenges making operators more effective during abnormal situations.

Participants attending Proclad Academy’s Advanced Alarm Management training course will learn and apply best practices in alarm management using real world examples and tools. They will return to their jobs not only with a better understanding of alarm management best practices but also equipped with a set of practical set of techniques, procedures and tools to optimise their alarm management system to increase the productivity, efficiency, product quality, safety, integrity, and security of their processes.

The key features of Proclad Academy’s Advanced Alarm Management training course are:

  • A review of P&ID diagrams, process control, and process safeguarding
  • Alarm management principles and alarm philosophy
  • Alarm identification and rationalization
  • Alarm design, implementation, operation and maintenance
  • Alarm performance monitoring and assessment
  • Use of hands-on tools for alarm rationalization, design, implementation, and operation
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PLC & SCADA Technologies

The PLC system is the major key in the technology and industrial sector today. PLC or Programmable Logic Controller is the system that makes machinery and systems work automatically. It incorporates three basic features of input, process, and output where everything has to go along well and harmoniously. When it comes to data collection and monitoring, SCADA is the solution. The industry encompassing myriad segments depends on SCADA for automation of multiple industrial tasks. Uninterrupted control of applications and processes and maximising the power of information is easy with SCADA. It controls large-scale processes that may encompass large distances and multiple sites, besides industrial and infrastructure processes.

This highly practical training course covers the essentials of PLC and SCADA systems, and designed to provide the participants with practical up-to-date information on the application of PLC’s and SCADA to the automation and process control of plants and factories. The training aims to give practical advice to assist in the correct planning, programming and installation of PLC with a shorter learning curve and more confidence. The emphasis of the course will be on practical industry topics highlighting recent developments using case studies. The latest application of PLC and SCADA technologies and the fundamentals of PLC and SCADA systems will be covered.

The key features of Proclad Academy’s PLC & SCADA Technologies training course are:

  • Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
  • Learn how remote sensing and actuation are combined with modern communication techniques to effectively monitor and control very large industrial processes—like those used in oil fields, pipelines, and electrical power systems
  • Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and architecture, configuration, installation, maintenance, and programming.
  • Major SCADA applications, SCADA system components, and architecture.
  • Updated on the latest developments in PLC and SCADA systems
  • A solid appreciation of the fundamentals of PLC, SCADA and Telemetry design, installation and troubleshooting.
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Instrumentation & Control Systems

Over the last few decades, dependency on instrumentation equipment has increased tenfold. All of the major industries (Mining, Oil and Gas, Chemical Plants, etc.) have benefited from this technology, with noticeable improvements in quality, production and record keeping. Unfortunately, due to the rapid expansion of instrumentation technology, many people have started to review this as a grey area, understandable only to the select few.

This highly practical Proclad Academy training course aims to demystify the field of Instrumentation & Control Systems. Furthermore, it hopes to promote closer synergy between non-instrumentation and instrumentation personnel, which can only be to the benefit of each operation. Exercises involve programming and/or configuring single-loop Digital Controllers, PLC, SCADA & Distributed Control Systems (DCS) to implement and test the control strategies on typical industrial processes.

The key features of Proclad Academy’s Instrumentation & Control Systems training course are:

  • Control systems and process dynamics
  • Process control engineering
  • Instrumentation and control systems design
  • Process control and safety 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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Heat Exchangers: Types, Application, Design, Operation & Maintenance

It has been realized that Engineers of diverse backgrounds and expertise need to develop a sound understanding of fundamental principles and interrelationship between various parameters that govern the well designed and operated heat exchangers.

The Heat Exchangers training course will present the technical and operational features of Heat Exchangers of various designs (shell-and tube (STHE), air-cooled (ACHE), plate (PHE) that play a vital role in thermal power plants and petrochemical and process industries. The training will familiarise participants with various codes and standards and best practices used for design, manufacture, operation and maintenance of heat exchangers. The emphasis in course will be on the best practices for efficient operation, inspection, maintenance and repair of widely used types of heat exchangers: shell and tube, air-cooled, plate compact types.

The key features of the Heat Exchangers training course are:

  • Heat Exchangers Design Characteristics
  • Understanding of Heat Transfer principles
  • International Codes and Standards for fabrication, operation and maintenance
  • Problems in operation: Fouling and performance monitoring
  • Inspection of corrosion, erosion and structural integrity
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Boilers: Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

The boiler is a device with the most potential for disaster, making boiler operation training a key part of any facility’s overall safety. Boiler operation is complicated, especially for modern boilers that are fully automatic. Safety, efficiency, and constant generation of steam or hot water depend on the smooth operation of the boiler. Maintenance is performed on the boilers to increase efficiency, ensure safety, and prevent unscheduled shutdowns. A maintenance program should be established based on the type of boiler, history, and the age of the boiler.

This training course seeks to improve the boiler maintenance and operation skills of the participants. Attendance will ensure that the participants gain a comprehensive understanding of commercial, industrial and utility boiler systems. Boiler inspections, operating controls testing and general troubleshooting tips too will be discussed. This training course is designed to help maximise safety, dependability, and efficiency, thus extending boiler life, improving boiler capability, saving energy costs, and establishing a culture of safe work practice among the workforce.

The key features of the Boilers: Operation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting training course are:

  • Boilers Design Characteristics
  • Understanding of Heat Transfer principles
  • International Codes and Standards for fabrication, operation and maintenance
  • Problems in operation: Feed water Treatment, Fouling and performance monitoring
  • Inspection of corrosion, erosion and structural integrity
  • Maintenance troubleshooting tips
  • Safely and efficiently operation of Boilers
  • Boilers inspection and performance testing