Pumps and Pipe Systems - Features and Technology
Fee: $2,345 / Online / Oct 6 - 8, 2026 / Course Code: 17-1020-ONL26
OVERVIEW
Please note, This instructor-led course has specific dates and times:
This course is held online over 3 days on the following schedule (All times in Eastern Time Zone): 9:30 am to 5:30 pm Eastern (Will include the usual breaks)
After participating in this course, you will be able to:
- Apply technical knowledge to evaluate the characteristics of positive displacement and centrifugal pumps.
- Interpret and implement relevant pipe system codes, standards, and best practices for design and operation.
- Analyze the fundamentals of pipe flow, pressure drop, and their implications for system efficiency.
- Execute proper inspection, maintenance, and condition monitoring techniques for pumps and pipe systems.
- Optimize pump and pipe system performance, mitigating common operational challenges.
Description
The operation of pumps and their integration with pipe systems is fundamental to the efficiency and reliability of industrial facilities. Understanding the technical characteristics of positive displacement and centrifugal pumps and how to manage stress control and cavitation prevention is critical to ensuring smooth operations. This course will explore pumps' design, installation, and operational aspects, providing insights into impeller performance, seal integrity, and bearing longevity. Fluid flow behaviour in pipes and strategies to prevent common flow issues will also be thoroughly covered.
Participants will delve into best practices for pipe system management, including hydraulic design, mechanical stress analysis, and pipe support calculations. Through an in-depth study of pump components, participants will enhance their understanding of pump selection criteria, commissioning, and condition monitoring. The importance of routine inspection and maintenance in maintaining system reliability will be highlighted, and case studies and numerical examples will be supported to ensure practical understanding.
By the end of the course, you will be well-prepared to handle the challenges of pump and pipe system maintenance, from identifying cavitation risks to implementing corrective maintenance. This comprehensive approach ensures a holistic understanding of how pumps and pipe systems can be optimized for safety and performance in various industrial applications.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for mechanical and process engineers, plant operations personnel, and maintenance engineers responsible for the performance and upkeep of pumps and pipe systems. It is also suitable for contractors, inspectors, and technical personnel working in petrochemical, power generation, wastewater treatment, water utilities, pulp and paper, and other related industries.
In addition to those already working directly with these systems, this course offers valuable insights for project managers, reliability engineers, and anyone involved in equipment procurement or systems design who needs a deep understanding of pump and pipe system functionality.
SYLLABUS
Day 1
- Overview of Pumps in Industry
- Pump Standards: API, ISO and others
- Positive Displacement Pumps: API 674, API 676
- Centrifugal Pumps: API 610
- Characteristic Operating Curves
- Pump Selection Criteria and Procedure
- Problems in Operation and Cavitation Prevention
- Pumps Operating in Parallel and Series
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples, Solutions
Day 2
- Flow Control Optimization
- Pump Structural Elements: Impeller, Bearing, Seal
- Installation and Commissioning
- Condition Monitoring Analysis
- Inspection and Testing
- Maintenance and Repair Program
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples, Solutions
Day 3
- Overview of Industrial Piping
- Pipe Standards: ASME B31.3, API 570
- Pipe Material Selection and Connections
- Fluid Flow in Pipes: Hydraulic Design
- Piping Structural Analysis: Mechanical Design
- Stress Analysis and Pipe Support Calculation
- Inspection & Maintenance of Pipe Systems
- Workshop: Case Studies, Examples, Solutions
INSTRUCTOR
UBAMIP Consulting
Waterloo, ON
Dr. Mike Ivanovic is the President of UBAMIP Consulting and a former Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Toronto. With over 30 years of experience in various branches of mechanical engineering, he has established himself as a leader in the field. His career includes significant contributions while working in the consulting group of ANSYS Canada Ltd. He currently heads UBAMIP Consulting, where he specializes in the analysis and problem-solving of equipment operations within the process and petrochemical industries, as well as thermal and HVAC engineering.
Dr. Ivanovic's expertise encompasses safety aspects in the operation and maintenance of rotating machinery, pressure vessels, and piping systems across diverse industrial applications. His consulting projects primarily focus on risk assessment of potential equipment failures and the development of accident prevention methods, informed by inspection results and fitness for service studies.
In addition to his consulting work, Dr. Ivanovic is actively involved in providing technical training courses tailored to industry professionals in Canada, the USA, and internationally. These courses address various levels of complexity, ensuring comprehensive professional development.
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