Flexible Couplings |On-Demand Training
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- Non-member - $119
- Member - $89.25
- Associate Member - $89.25
- Academic Partner - $113.05
- PSAP Industry Partner - $113.05
- Pump Industry Partner - $113.05
- Pump Industry Partner Retiree - $113.05
- Standards Partner - Consultant - $89.25
- Standards Partner - End User - $89.25
- Standards Partner - End User & Basic Training - $89.25
- Training Partner - $89.25
Training Program Overview:
This training provides attendees an understanding of pump coupling types, important design and application considerations, and considerations for selection. Anyone that is interested in improving the reliability of their pumps should attend this session to understand the fundamentals of couplings.
Modules:
Module 1: Coupling Basics
Module 2: Coupling Selection
Module 3: Misalignment
Module 4: Advantages of different coupling types
Who Should Attend:
This training is designed to educate and train pump engineers, technical sales, pump system owners, designers, and operators throughout the fluid handling and pumping industry.
Course Materials Included:
- Slide Deck
- On-Demand Recording
- Quiz Questions
Continuing Education Credit(s):
Upon the successful completion of this On-Demand Training section you will receive a Certificate of Completion. 1 PDHs | 0.1 CEUs | 1 CONTACT HOURs
* Note 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours
Additional Fundamentals On-Demand Training Available:
*Click links below for additional information.
- System Hydraulics: Pump & System Curves, Control Methods & Energy Consumption
- Pump Power and Efficiency
- Rotodynamic Pumps
- Positive Displacement Pumps
- Net Positive Suction Head (NPSHA) and Total Head Calculations
- Pump Reliability and Performance Based on Operating Point and Design Conditions
- Pump Selection
- Induction Motors
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Variable Speed Pump
- Mechanical Seals
- Rolling Element Bearings
- Flexible Couplings
Additional Educational Resources:
*Click links below for additional information.
- Pump System Fundamentals Course
- Pump System Optimization and Assessment Course
- Pump System Assessment Professional (PSAP) Prep Course
- Motor and VFD Principals Course
- Pump System Optimization for Commercial Buildings Course
Outline:
Module 1: Coupling Basics
- Driver and Driven Equipment
- Review Rotating Machinery Connectors
- What is a Coupling
- Typical Pump Couplings
- Operation Criteria
- Key Learning Outcomes
- Quiz
Module 2: Coupling Selection
- Coupling Selection Method
- Service Factor
- Example Section
- Key Learning Outcomes
- Quiz
Module 3: Misalignment
- Types of Misalignments
- Installation and Maintenance
- Unbalance and Vibration
- Key Learning Objectives
- Quiz
Module 4: Advantages of Different Coupling Types
- Advantages & Disadvantages of Flexible Couplings
- Jaw, Compression, Block, Sleeve, Tire, Grid, Gear, Disc
- Vertical Rigid Couplings
- Key Learning Objectives
- Quiz
Registration Fees
Individual registration fees for a 1-part on-demand training are shown below per member type. The applicable registration fee will display once you login to your account. The bundle pricing for the Fundamentals On- Demand Curriculum can be found by clicking here.
| HI Member Type | 1-Part On- Demand Training |
| Member | $89.25 |
| Associate Member | $89.25 |
| Standards Partner | $89.25 |
| Training Partner | $89.25 |
| Industry Partner | $113.05 |
| Academic Partner | $113.05 |
| Non-Member/Non-Partner | $119.00 |
Members, Associate Members, Standards Partners, and Training Partners of the Hydraulic Institute (HI) receive 25% discount on all available PSM training. Employees of Members, Associate Members, Standards Partner, and Training Partner organizations must log-in with their company email address in order for the discounted registration fee to apply. Industry Partners and Academic Partners receive 5% discount on all PSM training. Click here to learn more about HI membership..
Membership Question? Call us at 973-267-9700, email us, or view the HI website for more information.
Group Registration
Group registration discounts are available for webinars. If you are interested in registering a group, please click the button below to download the group registration form and upload it here. It may take up to 3 business days to process group registrations.
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Refunds & Cancellations
All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org. Full refunds will be issued for any training that has been cancelled.
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