RedVector AOPOC00CEN

Pumps: Operation of Centrifugal Types

Pumps: Operation of Centrifugal Types

2 hrs. Online Course

Level: Advanced

Item#: AOPOC00CEN

SME: Jim Taube

This course has been discontinued.

This course is designed to familiarize participants with the basic operation of centrifugal pumps. After completing this course, participants should be able to describe techniques for priming a centrifugal pump and explain general procedures for starting and shutting down a pump. They should also be able to describe some general checks that may be made on an operating pump and describe operator concerns related to air binding and vapor binding in a centrifugal pump.
Course Objectives
  • Describe techniques used to prime a centrifugal pump.
  • Describe a procedure for starting up a centrifugal pump.
  • Describe a procedure for shutting down a centrifugal pump.
  • Describe checks that should be made on an operating centrifugal pump and its auxiliary equipment.
  • Describe indications of air binding and vapor binding in a pump and some of the possible sources of in-leakage to a pump.
  • SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube
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    Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.
     
    He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.
     
    His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.
     
    Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.
     
    Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.
     
    Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.
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