RedVector AMPPD20CEN

Positive Displacement Pump Maintenance Basics

Positive Displacement Pump Maintenance Basics

1 hr. Online Course

Level: Advanced

Item#: AMPPD20CEN

SME: Jim Taube

The purpose of this course is to reinforce understanding of positive displacement pumps. These pumps are used in industrial facilities to move many different types of fluids. To keep these pumps working properly, maintenance personnel need to know how they work and how to perform maintenance on them. At the completion of this course, participants will be able to identify the types and operation of positive displacement pumps, describe overhaul preparations, and perform cleaning, inspection, and assembly procedures.
Course Objectives
  • Describe general preparations for a pump overhaul.
  • Explain basic tasks associated with pump disassembly.
  • Discuss cleaning and inspection of pump components.
  • Describe a basic procedure for pump reassembly.
  • SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube
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    Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.
     
    He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.
     
    His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.
     
    Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.
     
    Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.
     
    Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.
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