Date: July 7-9, 2026
3 Days
$1,800 per student
$1,700 per student for groups of 2 or more from the same organization
Contact us for discounted group pricing ($1,700 per student for 2+ students from the same organization).
This course focuses on equipment selection, installation, and operating issues of interest to pilot plant project managers, supervisors, designers, and operators. While designed for less experienced personnel, it is often extremely valuable for more senior staff who want to broaden their understanding of mechanical design and operating considerations.
Course Outline
Piping and Tubing
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Piping basics
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Materials specifications
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Piping classes
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Pressure–temperature ratings
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Methods of joining pipe
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Threading
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Welding
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Specialty connections
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Pipe sealants
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Tubing basics
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Pressure–temperature ratings
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Compression fittings
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Flare fittings
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High pressure fittings
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Weldless fittings
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Plastic pipe
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Plastic tubing
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Vacuum fittings
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Copper tubing
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Miscellaneous issues
Valves
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Ball valves
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Plug valves
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Globe valves
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Metering valves
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Gate valves
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Butterfly valves
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Sealless valves
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Pinch valves
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Check valves
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Excess flow valves
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Control valves
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Solenoid valves
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Manifolds
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Sampling valves
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Sight glass isolation valves
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Cryogenic valves
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Actuators
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Regulating valves
Seals
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Lip seals
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Packing
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Mechanical seals
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Double mechanical seals
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Sealless designs
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Sealless agitator issues
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Gaskets
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O-rings
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Common problems and issues
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Design considerations
Pumps
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Centrifugal
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Metering
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Progressive cavity
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Tubing
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Diaphragm
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Sliding vane
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Flexible impeller
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Turbine
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Screw
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Syringe
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Rotary lube
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Guidelines for effective pump installation
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Pump selection criteria
Reactor Mechanical Design
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Pressure rating
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Reactor closures
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Commercial size reactors
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Thermocouple placement
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Bracketing/supports
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Wall effects
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Linings and coatings
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Reactor internals
Instruments
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Flow measurement
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Level measurement
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Pressure measurement
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Temperature measurement
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Specifications
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Accuracy and precision
Heat Tracing
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Electric heat tracing
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Steam heat tracing
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Hot oil heat tracing
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Heated enclosures
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Guidelines and best practices
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Insulation
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High temperature protection
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Electrically classified area considerations
Pilot Plant and Laboratory Unit Layout
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Different layout strategies
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Examples of good and bad layouts
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Guidelines for effective layouts
