Course Details
Course Details
Course ID
7525
Course Name
Pump Reliability & Mechanical Seal Basics and Seal Applications
Contact Hours
3.0
Approved Industry
Drinking Water and Wastewater
Partner Name
Pennsylvania Rural Water Association
Primary Contact
Joel Jordan
jjordan@prwa.com
8143539302 Ext. 201
Website
Description
This class engages the audience on the fundamentals of pumps & pumping systems through mechanical
seal basics and support systems. Participants will learn how to identify common pump system seal failures, causes and corrective actions.
Course Level
Basic thru Intermediate
Course Content
Pump Reliability
Life Cycle Cost
Performance Curve and the affect on life cycle cost
Piping & Foundation
Alignment
Bearings and Lubrication
10 Ways to Kill a Pump
Mechanical Seal Basics
Pump Components
Packing
Component Seals
Cartridge Seals (Single vs Dual)
Pusher vs Non-Pusher Seals
Seal Support Systems
Examples of Seal Failures
Target Audience
Water and Wastewater Operators and mechanical maintenance personnel.
Training Format
Classroom