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Mechanical Engineering
Compressor Systems - Mechanical Design and Specification
This specialist course gives an in-depth understanding of centrifugal, reciprocating and screw compressors for facility and operations engineers. It covers compressor types, auxiliary systems, mechanical design and performance characteristics. Control and monitoring, maintenance practice, testing, economics and the relevant codes and standards are also addressed.
- Discipline
- Mechanical Engineering
- Level
- Specialist
- Duration
- 5 days
- Formats
- Classroom, Live online, In-house
Every course can be delivered in-house and tailored to your organisation.
Who should attend
Mechanical, facilities, plant and pipeline engineers and technicians who need detailed knowledge of compressor types and systems.
What participants will be able to do
- Apply thermodynamics to compressor performance
- Size, specify and select compressors
- Integrate compressors in series and parallel within process facilities
- Use monitoring and control devices for troubleshooting
- Weigh operating and capital costs in compressor decisions
Topics covered
- Centrifugal compressors
- Reciprocating compressors
- Screw compressors
- Auxiliary systems
- Monitoring and control
- Performance testing
- Compressor economics