Operators Guide To Centrifugal Pumps

Author : Robert X. Perez
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1462803458
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Operator’S Guide to Centrifugal Pumps written by Robert X. Perez and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2008-09-22 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We work in an industry where economic success is heavily dependent on the collective performance of our processing equipment and their operators. Without highly trained and confident operators we can never hope to realize the full potential of our complex processes. Formal and informal training must be provided regularly if continuous process and reliability gains are to be expected. There are no shortcuts to operational excellence. One training topic essential to every operators education is that of centrifugal pumping technology. The ever-present centrifugal pump is one of the workhorses of the process world, tirelessly moving fluids, ranging from the innocuous to the toxic and flammable, from one stage of the process to the next. We would be hard pressed to find a processing unit inside our complexes without a few of these in service. Their shear numbers and variety can make their mastery a challenge. This book was specifically written for process operators who regularly deal with centrifugal pumps, addressing principally those variables and factors under their control, while limiting design theory and mathematics to a minimum. The following topics and content are covered: 1. Importance of equipment reliability and what role operators play in this mission. 2. Centrifugal pump operating characteristics 3. Mechanical seals and their related seal flush plans 4. What operators should know about electric motors 5. Lubrication basics 6. Troubleshooting basics 7. How to start a pump reliability program By the end of the book, the reader should possess a clear understanding of how to operate and monitor their pumps. Three handy references are also contained in the book to answer questions as they arise in the field: 1) Operators Guide to API Flush Plans, 2) Illustrated Glossary of Centrifugal Pump Terms, 3) Glossary of Electric Motor Terms, and 4) Useful Centrifugal Pump Formulas. This book can be used as a self-paced, self-taught short course or as a companion to a live prepared short course for both inexperienced and seasoned operators. It can also serve as a handy field guide after completion of the course. The ultimate mission of this book is to provide the latest generation of operators a body of knowledge that is relevant, complete, and practical in an industrial setting for years to come.

Author : Robert X. Perez
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1503525031
Total Pages : 115 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Operator’S Guide to Centrifugal Pumps, Volume 2 written by Robert X. Perez and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-12-26 with total page 115 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many readers have found Operator's Guide to Centrifugal Pumps (Xlibris, 2008) to be a valuable training resource for process operators. Volume 2 provides additional training material in the form of student challenge exams and additional exposure to reliability topics. Volume 2 has two goals: The first goal is to continue to build on the general theme of pump reliability in process facilitates. The second goal is to provide student challenge exams for those wanting to master the material in Operator's Guide to Centrifugal Pumps. The first chapter covers how process operators can be better utilized to improve pump reliability. The importance of operating training and commissioning will be covered in the next two chapters. In the final chapter, a methodology for addressing troublesome centrifugal pumps is presented. A majority of the book is comprised of three (3) different student challenge exams are included in Volume 2. Answers to all the exam questions are provided along with where the answers can be found in the Operator's Guide. There are a total of 150 challenge questions with their answers.

Author : Robert X. Perez
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119748186
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.82/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pump Wisdom written by Robert X. Perez and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pump Wisdom Explore key facets of centrifugal pump ownership, installation, operation, and troubleshooting The Second Edition of Pump Wisdom: Essential Centrifugal Pump Knowledge for Operators and Specialists delivers a concise explanation of how pumps function, the design specifications that must be considered before purchasing a pump, and current best practices in lubrication and mechanical seals. Readers will encounter new startup and surveillance tips for pump operators, as well as repair versus replacement or upgrade considerations for maintenance decision makers, new condition monitoring guidance for centrifugal pumps, and expanded coverage of operator best practices. This latest edition of Pump Wisdom: Essential Centrifugal Pump Knowledge for Operators and Specialists includes expanded coverage of areas critical to achieving best-in-class pump reliability, including commonly encountered issues and easy-to-follow instructions for getting centrifugal pumps to operate safely and reliably. This book also provides: Comprehensible and accessible explanations of pump hydraulics Simple explorations of the mechanical aspects of pumps with coverage of bearings, seals, impeller trimming, lubricant application, and more Safety tips and instructions for centrifugal pumps Perfect for chemical, petroleum, and mechanical engineers, Pump Wisdom: Essential Centrifugal Pump Knowledge for Operators and Specialists is also an ideal resource for operators, managers, purchasing agents, machinists, reliability technicians, and maintenance workers in water and wastewater plants.

Author : Sulzer Pumps
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
ISBN 13 : 0080942652
Total Pages : 305 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Centrifugal Pump Handbook written by Sulzer Pumps and published by Butterworth-Heinemann. This book was released on 2010-09-23 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This long-awaited new edition is the complete reference for engineers and designers working on pump design and development or using centrifugal pumps in the field. This authoritative guide has been developed with access to the technical expertise of the leading centrifugal pump developer, Sulzer Pumps. In addition to providing the most comprehensive centrifugal pump theory and design reference with detailed material on cavitation, erosion, selection of materials, rotor vibration behavior and forces acting on pumps, the handbook also covers key pumping applications topics and operational issues, including operating performance in various types of circuitry, drives and acceptance testing. Enables readers to understand, specify and utilise centrifugal pumps more effectively, drawing on the industry-leading experience of Sulzer Pumps, one of the world's major centrifugal pump developers Covers theory, design and operation, with an emphasis on providing first class quality and efficiency solutions for high capital outlay pump plant users Updated to cover the latest design and technology developments, including applications, test and reliability procedures, cavitation, erosion, selection of materials, rotor vibration behaviour and operating performance in various types of circuitry

Author : Robert Perez
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1496908678
Total Pages : 173 pages
Book Rating : 4.74/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Operator’S Guide to Rotating Equipment written by Robert Perez and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2014-05-20 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every operator who is responsible for monitoring critical rotating equipment will greatly benefit from this handy reference book. The goal of this book is to present proven techniques that will enable rookie and veteran operators alike to detect problems early and, we hope, eliminate major outages and/or maintenance costs. To achieve this goal we shall explain the basics of lubrication systems, bearings, drivers, seals and sealing systems, for centrifugal and positive displacement pumps as well as turbines, centrifugal compressors and reciprocating compressors. We will then present common sense inspection methods for centrifugal and positive displacement pumps, gear boxes, motors, heat exchangers, and turbines.

Author : Shmariahu Yedidiah
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 1461312175
Total Pages : 375 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Centrifugal Pump User’s Guidebook written by Shmariahu Yedidiah and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 375 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Specifically for the pump user, this book concentrates on the identification and solution of problems associated with existing centrifugal pumps. It gives specific examples on how to modify pump performance for increased efficiency and better quality control, which turn into long-term cost savings. Some basic theory is included to give the reader greater understanding of the problems being encountered and attacked.

Author : Heinz P. Bloch
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118056736
Total Pages : 224 pages
Book Rating : 4.38/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pump Wisdom written by Heinz P. Bloch and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 224 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An accessible guide to the main reasons pumps fail and what can be done about it Workhorses in many different industries, including the oil industry, water industry, chemical industry, food industry, and pharmaceutical industry to name a few, pumps are a vital contributor to maintaining and increasing the flow of production. In fact, the pump industry itself is a multi-billion dollar global business. Taking the unique approach of addressing both pump operators and pump designers, Pump Wisdom explains the causes of failure in centrifugal pump function whether it's pump selection, overlooked installation criteria, or the accumulation of small deviations and maps out remedies with well defined methods that target specific issues, rather than focusing on technical generalities and theory. Clearly written and concise, Pump Wisdom relies on proven tactics for reducing pump vulnerabilities and correcting imbalances between hydraulic assembly and mechanical assembly. In addition, it supplies sound tips for detecting and rectifying risky shortcuts taken by pump designers and manufacturers. Pump Wisdom also: Provides a concise explanation of how pumps function Details the specifications to be considered when purchasing a pump Provides tips on the installation of centrifugal pumps in process plants Written in concise language that avoids excessive mathematical treatment Explains pump hydraulics in easy to understand terms Emphasizes the mechanical aspects of pumps with coverage on bearings, seals, impeller trimming, lubricant application, lubricant types, and more Pump Wisdom sheds light on the techniques for stabilizing pump performance and maximizing pump efficiency. Its concise format allows readers to strike directly at the heart of the problem and helps them devise strategies to prevent costly failures before they occur.

Author : Richard P. Beverly
Publisher : American Water Works Association
ISBN 13 : 1613000928
Total Pages : 137 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Pump Selection and Troubleshooting Field Guide written by Richard P. Beverly and published by American Water Works Association. This book was released on 2011-01-12 with total page 137 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Robert X. Perez
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1504922662
Total Pages : 108 pages
Book Rating : 4.61/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Select the Right Centrifugal Pump written by Robert X. Perez and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2015-07-30 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Choosing a centrifugal pump from the countless options available can be daunting, but someone has to make the decision. Many factors -such as the required flow, differential pressure, suction conditions, etc.- must be weighed against the capital costs and cost of energy for the pumps considered. To determine the right pump, you must consider the overall cost of ownership, which includes capital cost, operating costs, and maintenance cost. What good is a low cost pump if it is inefficient or if is costly to maintain? The selection methodology offered in this book focuses mainly on hydraulic design considerations, but it also touches on mechanical design details. Analyzing basic pump hydraulic parameters allows you to quickly determine if a centrifugal pump makes sense for your particular application. If you do decide a centrifugal pump will work for your application, then you need to be able to evaluate the various bids returned by pump manufacturers. A complete chapter is devoted to tabulating quotes from pump manufacturers in order to properly evaluate their bids and select the best overall option.

Author : Edward Grist
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1351462148
Total Pages : 344 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Cavitation And The Centrifugal Pump written by Edward Grist and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2023-01-06 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical reference describes the occurrence of cavitation in a centrifugal pump, and how unacceptable cavitation can be avoided. It explains cavitation problems such as hydraulic performance loss, hydrodynamically or thermodynamically induced surging, and cavitation erosion. General guidelines for acceptable operation conditions, such as, net positive suction head (NPSH) margins and minimum flowrates, are presented along with evidence and logic for these proposed guidelines.