Objectives
Participants will learn the causes of valve failure, troubleshooting analysis and problem solving, and the maintenance systems applicable to the valves employed.
Outlines
- Introduction to Major Valve Types, Symbols and Standards
- Valve Functions, Characteristics and Fields of Use
- Main Valve Elements and Materials
- Design Factors and Sizing of Valves
- Causes of Erosion and Corrosion of Valve Elements
- Flow Characteristics
- Body Stem Materials and Dimensions
- Valve Packing and Piping Connections
- Pressure and Temperature Regulators
- Steam Traps and Strainers
- Valve Actuators, Control and Test Methods
- Valve Inspection, Lubrication and Precautions
- Repair and Replacement of Worn Parts/Valve Packing
- Safety Aspects and Noise Abatement
Who Should Attend
This course is tailored for Engineers, Foremen and Technicians involved in valve maintenance systems, and who have a responsibility for large numbers of valves in either a production, processing or plant environment.