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Introduction to Pumps
Basic Definitions of Pumps Pressure & Head
Classification of Pumps
Positive Displacement Pumps
Introduction to Positive Displacement (P.D.) Pumps
Selection Criteria for P.D. Pumps
Hydraulics, Selection & Curves
Pump Capacity Head – Explanation of Elements of System
Head
Performance Curves – How to Read & Understand Them
Horsepower & Efficiency
How to Size Motors
NPSH & Cavitation
Advanced Hydraulic Considerations
Specific Speed & Suction Specific Speed Affinity Laws
System Head Curves
Parallel & Series Operation
Performance Optimization
Over-Sizing Pumps
Pumping Viscous Liquids
Piping Layout
Field Testing Pumps
Energy Conservation in Pump Selection
Selecting Pumps to Minimize Energy Life Cycle Pump Costs
Sealing Systems
Stuffing Box/Packing Assembly Mechanical Seals
Sealless Pumps – Magnetic Drive & Canned Motor
Other Topics
Impellers
Wear Rings
Thrust & Thrust Balance
Pump Configuration Types
ANSI & API Pump Standards
Minimum Flow
Suction Recirculation
Pump Installation & Startup
Maintenance
Trouble Shooting
Root Cause Failure Analysis
Pump Repair
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