Lesson 1Selection criteria by fluid properties: viscosity, solids content/size, abrasiveness, corrosivity, temperatureExplains how viscosity, solids size and amount, abrasiveness, corrosivity, and temperature dictate pump type, speed limits, clearances, and sealing choices. Stresses checking data sheets and lab tests to dodge ongoing failures.
Viscosity impact on pump type and efficiencyHandling dissolved, fibrous, and granular solidsAssessing abrasiveness and erosion mechanismsCorrosivity, pH, and chemical compatibilityTemperature limits, vapor pressure, and coolingLesson 2Overview of centrifugal pump families: end-suction, vertical inline, split-case, multistageIntroduces the main centrifugal pump families and their performance ranges. Compares end-suction, vertical inline, split-case, and multistage types for pressure needs, efficiency, space use, and common industrial jobs.
End-suction overhung pumps and standardsVertical inline pumps for space-constrained plantsAxially split-case pumps for high flowsMultistage pumps for high-pressure servicesHydraulic envelopes and selection guidelinesLesson 3Wear-resistant materials and coatings for abrasive slurries: rubber linings, hardfacing, ceramic overlaysGoes over wear-resistant materials and coatings for handling abrasive slurries. Compares rubber linings, high-chrome irons, hardfacing, and ceramic overlays, with tips on speed limits, particle shapes, and upkeep.
Rubber-lined casings and impellersHigh-chrome white iron and alloysHardfacing of wear rings and volutesCeramic tiles, sleeves, and overlaysVelocity control to limit erosion ratesLesson 4Typical pump driver and coupling choices: electric motors, VFDs, direct-coupled, gearboxes, flexible couplingsCovers common pump drivers and couplings like electric motors, VFDs, gearboxes, and flexible couplings. Ties driver selection to speed, starting torque, control requirements, and mechanical dependability in industrial work.
Electric motor selection and enclosure typesUsing VFDs for control and energy savingsGearboxes and belt drives for speed matchingDirect versus flexible coupling arrangementsAlignment, vibration, and torsional issuesLesson 5Sizing basics: matching flow and head to pump curves and system curve conceptsIntroduces sizing using pump and system curves. Shows matching required flow and head, factoring friction and static lift, and placing the duty point for efficiency, reliability, and room for changes.
Defining required flow, head, and duty rangeBuilding system curves from piping lossesLocating the duty point on pump curvesEvaluating efficiency and power at dutyAllowing for future capacity and foulingLesson 6Material selection and corrosion compatibility: cast iron, 304/316 stainless, duplex, Hastelloy, PTFE-lined and engineered plasticsCovers picking materials for corrosion resistance and compatibility. Compares cast iron, 304/316 stainless, duplex, Hastelloy, PTFE-lined, and engineered plastics based on fluid makeup, temperature, and chloride levels.
Using corrosion charts and lab dataCast iron limits and common failures304 versus 316 stainless in chloridesDuplex and nickel alloys for severe dutyPTFE-lined and plastic pumps for chemicalsLesson 7NPSH considerations and cavitation avoidance for each service typeDetails NPSH principles and cavitation dangers for various services. Teaches reading NPSHr curves, calculating NPSHa, and tweaking layout, temperature, and speed to prevent cavitation damage and performance drops.
NPSH definitions, NPSHr versus NPSHaReading NPSH curves on pump datasheetsEstimating NPSHa from system geometryCavitation symptoms and damage patternsDesign changes to improve NPSH marginLesson 8Sealing options by fluid risk: mechanical seals, packing, glandless and magnetic drive seals, seal flush plansOutlines sealing approaches based on fluid toxicity, flammability, and leak tolerance. Compares packing, single and double mechanical seals, glandless and magnetic-drive types, plus API seal flush plans.
When packing is acceptable or unsuitableSingle versus double mechanical sealsSeal face materials and elastomer choicesGlandless and magnetic-drive containmentSeal flush plans and support systems basicsLesson 9Slurry and solids-handling pump types: heavy-duty slurry pumps, recessed-impeller, vortexFocuses on slurry and solids-handling pump designs. Compares heavy-duty slurry pumps, recessed-impeller, and vortex types, noting wear resistance, solids passage, efficiency trade-offs, and dewatering applications.
Slurry classification and particle size effectsHeavy-duty slurry pump hydraulics and linersRecessed-impeller and vortex pump featuresSolids-handling limits and derating rulesTypical mining and wastewater applicationsLesson 10Positive-displacement and specialty pumps: progressive cavity, diaphragm, peristaltic, magnetic-driveLooks at positive-displacement and specialty pumps used when centrifugal ones won't do. Covers progressive cavity, diaphragm, peristaltic, and magnetic-drive pumps, with focus on flow control, shear sensitivity, and safe containment for tricky fluids.
When to choose positive-displacement pumpsProgressive cavity pumps for viscous slurriesDiaphragm pumps for chemicals and sludgesPeristaltic pumps for dosing and slurriesMagnetic-drive and canned-motor pump uses
