Objectives The objective of this training program of 5 days duration is to impart Training on Operation, Maintenance and Trouble Shooting aspects of Centrifugal Pumps and compressors commonly used in petroleum / petrochemical / fertilizer and power generation plants. The training covers the theory and practice of centrifugal pumps and compressors and their controls. Course outline Ø Centrifugal Pumps • Pump Description • Pump Maintenance: General • Disassembling the Casing • Removing the Rotating Element • Inspecting the Casing • Disassembling the Rotor • Measuring Packing Sleeves • Measuring Impellers and Wearing Rings • Measuring the Shaft • Inspecting Seal and Bearing Parts • Measuring Bearing Oil Clearance • Assembling the Rotor • Installing the Rotor • Measuring Sleeve Bearing Oil Clearance • Assembling the Bearings • Assembling the casing • Tightening Casing Studs and/or Bolts • Installing Packing Ø Test Operating the Pump • Pump Disassembly • Shaft and Bearing Removal • Shaft and Impeller Inspection • Pump Reassembly • Setting Pump Impeller Clearance • Mechanical Seal Installation Ø Setting Vertical Pump Impeller Clearance Air Compressors and Blowers • Reciprocating Air Compressor Discharge Valve Removal and Disassembly Ø Seat Cleaning, Inspection, and Lapping • Guard Cleaning, Inspection, and Maintenance • Reinstallation • Suction Valve Unloader Removal and Disassembly • Unloader Testing Ø Installation • Reciprocating Air Compressor Disassembly • Piston and Piston Rod Removal • Measurements Ø Piston-to-Cylinder Head Clearance Adjustment • Rotary Blower Disassembly • Removing the Timing Gears • Removing Head Plate and Shafts • Removing the Bearings • Installing the Bearings and the Seal • Installing the Timing Gears • Adjusting the Timing and Reassembly