Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
2170
Course Name
Operation and Application of Automatic Control Valves for Water Distribution Systems
Contact Hours
3.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
American Water Works Association - PA Section
Primary Contact
Melanie Greene
melanie@paawwa.org
717-774-8870 Ext.
Website
Description
The workshop will provide information about the basic hydraulic operating principles of different types of automatic control valves used in distribution systems. Proper installation and sizing techniques. Basic applications will be covered including new methodologies and technologies that allow the end user to supervise and control the distribution system from a central location. This type of control provides efficient operation, reduces system losses, and increases revenue.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
1.) Basic Hydraulic Operating Principles of Pilot Operated Automatic Control Valves
2.) Pressure Reducing Valve Operation, Installation, and Pilot System Components
3.) Valve Sizing Parameters and Cavitation
4.) Pressure Relief, Sustaining, and Backpressure Valves
5.) Altitude Valves
* Booster and Deep Well Type
* Air Release, Air/Vacuum, Combination, and Well Service
* Remote set point and supervisory capabilities
* Reduce non-revenue water by decreasing system leakage losses
10.) Summary and Conclusion
Target Audience
Engineers, System Operators, Service Personnel
Training Format
Classroom