TOPIC:

Optimization of Legacy Pump Components by Utilizing Additive Manufacturing and Generative Design.

DESCRIPTION:

We will share a comprehensive overview of the possibilities technology has created for quick turnaround manufacturing, including a detailed explanation of additive manufacturing techniques, the principles of generative design, and their combined impact on legacy pump components. Additionally, we will offer a case study that highlights the importance of these advancements in improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing performance. We will also discuss future opportunities for innovation and potential challenges that may arise.

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At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC:

Laser Weld Technology Applied to Turbomachinery Repairs

DESCRIPTION:

Laser welding is a repair method in which a precision laser is used for maintenance and repair of rotors, impellers, and stationary components suffering from wear and corrosion. The technology was first implemented in 2008 by MAN Energy Solutions at our factory in Germany as a superior repair technique over the traditional welding and thermal spray methods.  We now have that capability in the Houston area, and will present some details about the technology, and applications.

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC: Repair of Cast Iron for Rotating Equipment

Cast iron is widely used in industrial rotating equipment due to a combination of properties like strength & durability, damping capability, machinability, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness.  Although cast iron is robust, it is brittle and prone to cracking under impact or thermal stress. Repairs are often necessary when cracks, fractures, or wear occur.  In this presentation, we will discuss various repair methods for cast iron.

DESCRIPTION:

Cast iron is widely used in industrial rotating equipment due to a combination of properties like strength & durability, damping capability, machinability, corrosion resistance, and cost-effectiveness.  Although cast iron is robust, it is brittle and prone to cracking under impact or thermal stress. Repairs are often necessary when cracks, fractures, or wear occur.  In this presentation, we will discuss various repair methods for cast iron.

See link below to register for the Edmonton event!

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC:

High-Performance Couplings

DESCRIPTION:

Special purpose or high-performance couplings are not well understood, but they are critical to the operation of your turbomachinery. Join us for a very informative presentation by industry expert, Doug Timmins. We will cover topics such as:

• The evolution of Turbo/High Performance couplings – Gear to Diaphragm to Disc – Pros and cons

• Overview of API 610 compared to API 671

• Technical considerations for Pump Couplings

• Balancing / Alignment
  

See link below to register for the Edmonton event!

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC:

The Significance of 3 Phase Power

DESCRIPTION:

An introduction to 3 phase power aiming to provide insight on why it is the industry standard, the benefits over other types of power, and how automation/controls empower facilities to run more reliably, efficiently, and effectively.

We will also identify how to reduce mechanical vibrations with VFDs and provide a sample case study of a VFD retrofit on an force air unit that required electrical and mechanical tuning to improve reliability.

See link below to register for the Edmonton event!

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC:

Reliability Analysis of Centrifugal Pumps using Reliability Block Diagrams

PRESENTER:

DESCRIPTION:

Reliability Engineering uses a modelling approach specifically known as Reliability Block Diagrams (RBD) in order to evaluate all the characteristics of an asset during its life. The output of this exercise is a dynamic model illustrating different decision-making elements of the asset being studied. This includes economical aspects such as operating costs, spare part management, expected failures and other maintenance outcomes over time. This information allows and operator to correctly budget costs, logistics or labor requirements over the life of the asset. The model also allows the designer to estimate the production output of the asset over time and have a more realistic view of the design output. When it comes to preventive maintenance or redundancy (i.e. adding extra equipment), the model can be altered to visualize the expected output and incremental economical benefits or lack of there off, leading to better decision in terms of capital spending. The author will illustrate the study of a centrifugal pump and help the audience visualize all the above-mentioned aspects.

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COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC:

Compressor Studies to Address Vibration and other Dynamic Issues

PRESENTER:

Mario Forcinito, Ph.D.,P. Eng. - Chief Technical Officer - AP Dynamics

DESCRIPTION:

During this discussion, we will present different types of compressor studies to identify and address various vibration and dynamic issues, both from a design point of view as well as troubleshooting.  AP Dynamics is an international engineering procurement and construction management company specializing in upstream and midstream projects.  AP Dynamics provides engineering analytics evaluation, design and advanced field measurement services for the energy industry.  They offer a full spectrum of engineering services for identifying, planning, and executing projects and optimizing existing assets.

See link below to register for the Edmonton event!

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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TOPIC:

Automatic Lubrication Systems - Design Principals and Technologies

PRESENTER:

Colin Semeniuk, Business Development Manager, HMFT

DESCRIPTION:

Starting with a discussion on friction, film layer, and a comparison of auto vs manual lubrication systems, we will present various factors in designing an automatic lube system for different types of components such as: bearings, gears, linear guides, ball screws, slides, labyrinth seals, chains, etc.

We will also explore different devices involved in lubrication technology like series progressive divider valves, injectors, pumps, and finally touch on troubleshooting.

See link below to register for the Edmonton event!

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

At each Technical Sessions event, we will raffle off a door-prize, provided by the featured presenter. Each REGISTERED attendee will get (1) entry into the draw with the option to purchase additional entries for $5 each to increase your chances of winning. ALL funds raised will be split between the two chosen organizations below at the end of the year.

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