Pump systems

Summary

Examine factors for consideration when designing a complete pump system

This one day course has been designed to enable individuals working with Pumping Systems to enhance their knowledge regarding the interaction of all of the components within a successfully designed system. Examines fluid flow principles, flow regimes and evaluates good and bad practices. 

Verified by an engineer, Edward Cook
"The trainer contacted us beforehand and tailored the course to our needs. That was incredibly useful. He was so knowledgeable and he could answer any question."
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Who should attend?

Those looking to enhance their knowledge and gain a fuller understanding of the factors that need to be considered in the design of pump systems.  
It is recommended that you take the Pumping fundamentals course for a basic understanding before attending this course.

How will I benefit?

After the course you will be able to:

• Understand what is meant by System, Static, Velocity and Friction heads
• Understand the special considerations of unsteady flow conditions relating to positive displacement pumps
• Describe a “System Curve” and how it is derived
• Determine performance in multiple pump operations
• Understand the difference and relationship between NPSH, (NPSH)R and (NPSH)
• Recognise the problems that can be associated with poor design

Key topics

Fluid Flow Fundamentals
The Energy Equation
Continuity
Flow Regimes
Pressure Losses
Turbulence
Determination of a System Head
Friction Head in fittings
Loss Co-efficient and use
Acceleration Head
Interaction of Pump and Systems
System Curves
Pump Performance Curves
Variable Speed
Pump operating Limitations
Partial Flow
Pump & System inlet conditions Pumps
Cavitation
Net Positive Suction Head
System Design
Managing Flow
Pipework fitting & Design
Sump Design.
System Operation
Key considerations
Pump Flow Control
Discharge valve use
Starting & Stopping
Whole life costing

Meet our trainers

These trainers regularly teach Pump systems.