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Process Equipment & Piping Systems

Design, Operation, Failure Evaluation & Repairs

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The Process Equipment & Piping Systems Training Course offers an in-depth look at the mechanical design and operation of critical components such as pressure vessels, storage tanks, piping systems, and fluid transport machinery. This course is designed to provide practical knowledge on how these components perform under various operational conditions. It also explores material degradation processes, including corrosion, erosion, and fatigue, that can lead to equipment failure.

Attendees will gain insight into how Fitness for Service (FFS) assessments can be used to evaluate the remaining life of equipment and ensure safety. With numerous real-life case studies and examples, the course helps professionals understand and apply failure prevention methods. By focusing on critical areas like degradation mechanisms, operating conditions, and the selection of appropriate inspection methods, the course aims to enhance operational efficiency and prevent costly failures in the field.

The Process Equipment & Piping Systems Training Course emphasizes safe design practices and failure prevention techniques, making it an essential resource for anyone involved in the lifecycle of process equipment.

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Course Goals

What are the Goals?

By the end of the Process Equipment & Piping Systems Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand safe design and operation principles for pressurized process equipment.
  • Implement inspection and testing procedures for process equipment.
  • Apply strategies and best practices to prevent equipment failures.
  • Use FFS assessment techniques to evaluate the remaining life of equipment in service.
  • Select appropriate methods for repair and alteration of process equipment.

Who is this Training Course for?

This Process Equipment & Piping Systems Training Course is designed for professionals involved in the design, operation, maintenance, and inspection of process equipment. The course will be particularly beneficial to:

  • Process, Mechanical, and Chemical Engineers
  • Operations and Maintenance Engineers
  • Project Engineers
  • Supervisors and Managers
  • Technical Personnel involved in equipment inspection

This course is ideal for anyone seeking to enhance their technical expertise in the field of process equipment and piping systems.

Learning Approach

How will this Training Course be Presented?

The Process Equipment & Piping Systems Training Course will be delivered using a blend of proven adult learning techniques, ensuring high engagement and maximum retention. The format will include formal lectures, interactive examples, and group discussions, where delegates actively participate and share experiences. Real-world case studies will be analyzed to demonstrate typical equipment failure analysis and troubleshooting.

The course will be presented through:

  • Interactive lectures with real-life examples and case studies.
  • Group discussions and team exercises to promote active learning.
  • Practical insights into failure causes and solutions encountered in daily operations.
  • Hands-on practice in applying failure prevention methods and safety measures.

Delegates will have the opportunity to engage with expert instructors and collaborate with peers to solve complex, industry-specific challenges.

The Course Content

Overview of Design Features of Process Equipment and Piping System

  • General Concept of Safety in Design: Codes and Standards
  • Design Features of Pressure Vessels and Storage Tanks
  • Design Features of Piping Systems
  • Design Characteristics of Fluid Handling Equipment
  • Design Characteristics of Thermal Equipment
  • Overpressure Protection of Equipment

Overview of Operation Issues of Components of Process Equipment

  • Safe Operation of Process Equipment: Integrity Operating Window
  • Over-pressuring of Process Equipment
  • Uncontrolled Runaway Chemical Reaction
  • Overheating of Boiler Tubes
  • Abnormal Operation of Fluid Handling Equipment
  • Vibration of Piping Systems

Failure Modes and Fracture Mechanisms

  • Characteristics of Material Used for Construction of Process Equipment
  • Material Degradation Processes
  • Causes of Failures of Process Equipment and Piping Systems
  • Failure Modes
  • Fracture Mechanisms
  • Lessons Learnt from Major World Equipment Failures

Design and Operation of Fluid Handling Equipment

  • Condition Monitoring
  • Inspection and Testing Techniques: API 572, API 510, API 570
  • Risk Based Inspection (RBI): API 580
  • Fitness for Service Assessment: API 579/ASME FS1
  • Failure Evaluation and Calculation of Component Remaining Life
  • Failure Prevention Methods

Repairs, Alterations and Rerating of Process Equipment

  • Classification of Repairs
  • Repair Best Practices for Pressure Vessels and Other Equipment
  • Rerating of Pressure Vessels
  • Hot Taping and Line Stopping
  • Positive Material Identification (PMI)
Recognition

Certificate

  • Wallstreet Development Academy Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course.
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