Pumps & Pumping Systems Optimization

Mechanical, Maintenance & Reliability · 5 Days · Public · Al-Khobraa certified · From USD 3,900

Overview

Pumps of various designs and applications are encountered nowadays throughout petrochemical and process industries as well as in power generation and environmental engineering. Pumping systems have to provide efficient transport of various liquids, sometimes complex and difficult two-phase fluids.

Learning Objectives

• Make the adequate selection of various types of pumps based on the application
• Optimize the efficiency of operation of pumping systems
• Analyze the problems in operation related to seals, bearings and flow control
• Use the root cause analysis in detecting problems of pumping system & piping
• Apply the best practices for maintenance, problem solving & troubleshooting

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for technical personnel, operators & maintenance personnel, and other professionals seeking to strengthen their capability in this area.

• Technical personnel
• Operators & Maintenance personnel
• Professionals in Rotating Equipment

Course Outline

Day 1 — Overview of Pumps and Pump Design Elements

• Overview of Centrifugal Pumps Based on Design and Application
• Reciprocating and rotary positive displacement pumps
• Main elements of centrifugal pump construction
• Critical Pump Elements: Seals & Bearings

Day 2 — Centrifugal Pump Q-H Characteristics

• Pump Characteristic Curve (Q-H) and selection of BEP
• Calculation of Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH)
• Cavitation Prevention and Suction Piping Design
• Parallel & Series of Pumps in Operation

Day 3 — Pumping System Layout and Hydraulic Calculations

• Principles of Piping Layout & Safety Requirements
• Calculation of Friction Losses & Pressure Drop in piping systems
• Pipe sizing based on Pumping Power requirements
• Piping Load estimates: Stresses and Thermal movements

Day 4 — Pumping System Optimization

• Pumping System Efficiency Analysis
• Reasons for Inefficiency of Pumping Systems
• Steps in Successful Pumping System Optimization
• Pump Inspection, Control & Performance Testing

Day 5 — Pump Installation, Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Installation, Commissioning and Start-Up of Pumping Systems
• Importance of Proper Pump Alignment
• Root Cause Analysis of Typical Pump Problems in Operation
• Optimization of Maintenance Procedure of Pumping Systems

Accreditation

Al-Khobraa certified. On completion delegates receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of achievement.

Dates & Venues

Dates	Venue	Delivery	Duration	Fee (USD)
4–8 October 2026	Istanbul, Turkey	Public	5 days	4,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses cover?

The portfolio covers reliability-centred maintenance (RCM), preventive and predictive maintenance, condition monitoring and vibration analysis, root cause failure analysis, rotating and static equipment, asset management and maintenance planning — including preparation for the CMRP (Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional) credential.

Who should attend a mechanical, maintenance or reliability course?

These courses suit maintenance and reliability engineers, maintenance planners and schedulers, mechanical and rotating-equipment technicians and supervisors, condition-monitoring analysts, asset and plant managers, and operations staff accountable for equipment availability.

How long are mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses, and where are they held?

Most Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability courses run over 5 days. The exact duration, dates and city for this course are listed in the dates section on this page. Public sessions run across Saudi Arabia — Riyadh, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Jubail and Yanbu — as well as regional and international venues, with live virtual classrooms available on request.

What certificate will I receive?

Delegates who complete the course receive an Al-Khobraa certificate of completion, issued by a Saudi-registered training provider. Al-Khobraa also delivers internationally accredited programmes; where a course carries an external awarding body such as PMI, CIPS, ILM or IOSH, that body is named on the course's own page.

Can mechanical, maintenance and reliability training be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. Any Al-Khobraa mechanical, maintenance and reliability course can be delivered in-house at your own premises anywhere in Saudi Arabia or the GCC, with the content, dates and language of delivery tailored to your team. Al-Khobraa is an approved HRDF (Hadaf) provider, so eligible Saudi employers can seek training support. Contact us for a quotation.

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