Basic Pump Installation and Maintenance

(Industry Recognized Methods for Long-Term Pump Reliability and Performance Webinar)

 Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025 

Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET

  PDH Credits: 1.0 

Overview: 

This webinar covers the basics of pump installation and maintenance, focusing on ensuring efficient, reliable, and safe operation. Participants will learn industry-recognized methods to install and maintain key components, minimizing downtime and extending the pumps' service life. Key installation topics include pump location, foundation, baseplate/soleplate installation, grouting, system piping, pump-driver alignment, and lift (clearance) setting for vertical pumps. The session will also discuss basic maintenance practices, including reactive, predictive, and preventive maintenance, with a focus on bearings, packing, seals, and vibration.

Ideal for professionals, this webinar aims to enhance participants' understanding of pump installation and effective maintenance practices. The session will conclude with a concise summary of key insights, followed by a Q&A session to provide additional clarification.

Learning Level - Basic:

This level of training is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.

Audience:

This course is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices.  Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies. Professionals who are looking for basic installation and maintenance practices.

Learning Objective:

• Learn industry-recognized methods and considerations for pump installation, including ideal pump location, foundation, baseplate/sole plate, grouting, system piping, alignment, and lift (clearance) setting for vertical pumps. 
• Utilize maintenance practice metrics such as mean time between failure (MTBF), mean time between repair (MTBR), and availability to improve maintenance procedures, thereby minimizing downtime and extending the service life of pumps.
• Understand the distinctions among the three basic maintenance practices: Reactive, Preventive, and Predictive. Grasp their application according to the criticality of the pump, failure patterns, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Gain insights into essential preventive maintenance practices, including monitoring seal leakage, adjusting packing glands, checking vibration levels, inspecting lubrication systems and bearings, and performing regular inspections, all aimed at ensuring long-term pump reliability and performance.

SKU: LW610B 

Registration Fees

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 here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.

Refunds & Cancellations

All refund requests must be made in writing to training@pumps.org.

Webinar Instructions

1. Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar".  After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
2. Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
3. For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
4. Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window. 
5. After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).

Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.

NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor. 

Need Assistance?

If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.

PDH Credits

Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours 

Licensed Professional Engineers

Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:

Florida Board of Professional Engineers

Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.

New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology

Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.

Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar

By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.

By submitting this registration, you consent to having your name or contact information shared with the session speaker(s) and organizer(s).

If you do not consent to the audio and/or video recording of this live webinar or the sharing of your information, please do not join the session and email your concerns to our Customer Support Center.

Common Operating Problems & Troubleshooting Methods

 Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 

Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM ET

  PDH Credits: 1.0  

Overview:

This webinar, accompanied by an extended Q&A session, aims to provide a comprehensive and practical resource for understanding common operating problems, maintenance, and troubleshooting related to pump systems. It caters to both novices and experienced professionals in the field. With a strong emphasis on real-world application issues, the presentation offers insights into the hydraulic principles underlying pump operation, addressing efficiency, performance curves, and system interaction matters. Attendees will acquire valuable knowledge about preventive and predictive monitoring/maintenance, troubleshooting common problems, and optimizing pump systems for enhanced reliability and performance. The presentation will also include operational troubleshooting exercises/examples related to performance. It is tailored for engineers, maintenance and reliability focused users, managers, and technicians seeking a deeper understanding of pump dynamics and industry best practices.

Learning Level - Basic

This level of training is designed for individuals who are new to the subject matter. It covers basic concepts, skills, and practices. Participants acquire a foundational understanding of the topic and develop basic competencies.

Audience:

Individuals looking to gain knowledge or who need a refresher on the fundamentals, including pump system operators, maintenance personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.

Learning Objectives:

• Acquire skills to identify common pump issues, such as insufficient pressure/capacity, vibration and noise, and mechanical seals and bearings issues.
• Learn appropriate troubleshooting techniques to identify causes.
• Understand the common mechanical components and their typical maintenance.
• Learn to use hydraulic data (flow, head, temperature), pump speed, and electrical power for predictive maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Interpret performance test results to identify potential issues such as pump wear and poor operating conditions.
• Explore methods to minimize wear in pumps through maintenance of critical components.

SKU: LW210C

Registration Fees

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 here to learn about the group registration process. Then, return to this product and click on "REGISTER" to begin the process.

Refunds & Cancellations

All refund requests must be made in writing at training@pumps.org. 

Webinar Instructions

1. Click the Contents tab and select "View Webinar".  After the webinar is completed, return to the Contents tab.
2. Click "Complete Quiz for Webinar" to answer quiz questions. You will have 10 attempts and must get at least 80% correct to proceed. After completing the quiz, return to the Contents tab.
3. For webinar series, continue this process until you complete all the webinar sessions.
4. Click "Complete Webinar Survey" to provide your feedback on the webinar to PSM. Scroll down to view all feedback questions as there are questions that expand past the size of the window. 
5. After completing the survey, click the button “View/Print Your Certificate” in the box titled “Claim Credits and Certificate" to save or print your certificate of completion. If you ever lose your certificate, you can come back to the PSM website and view it on your transcript (found in the Dashboard).

Q&A During Webinar: During the Q&A portion of the webinar questions are welcome that relate to the material presented. The instructor will do their best to address them within the context of the training provided. If time does not permit addressing questions received, PSM staff will make our best effort to provide an answer via email.

NOTE: Please note that the instructor is not able to provide consulting advice or interpretations of standards; therefore, these types of questions will not be addressed by the instructor. 

Need Assistance?

If you are experiencing any log in issues, cannot access a course, need assistance claiming credit, or have other questions or concerns, please e-mail training@pumps.org.

PDH Credits

Upon the successful completion of this webinar and passing the required quiz, you will receive a certificate of completion. Note: 1.0 PDHs is equivalent to 0.10 CEUs or 1.0 Contact Hours 

Licensed Professional Engineers

Continuing professional development is a vital component of the engineering licensure process. Most state licensing boards require continuing professional development as a condition for licensure and renewal of the license to practice engineering. The acceptance of continuing education as it applies to fulfillment of the state licensing requirements for professional designations is at the pleasure of the individual state licensing boards. It is the responsibility of the individual participants to be knowledgeable about their state requirements. Pre-approval of training providers and courses is not required by most state licensing boards, except for the following:

Florida Board of Professional Engineers

Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.

New York State Board for Engineering, Land Surveying, and Geology

Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.

Disclaimer: Recording of Webinar

By participating in this webinar hosted by the Hydraulic Institute (HI) and Pump Systems Matter (PSM) you automatically agree to authorize recording of audio and or visual content presented during the live session and consent to subsequent use of the recording by HI and PSM unless otherwise stated. The audio and visual recording of the live webinar includes documents and materials exchanged or viewed during the live event; questions asked and poll answers provided by you during the live event; and the chat box transcript. Live webinar recordings are uploaded to the PSM e-Learning library.

By submitting this registration, you consent to having your name or contact information shared with the session speaker(s) and organizer(s).

If you do not consent to the audio and/or video recording of this live webinar or the sharing of your information, please do not join the session and email your concerns to our Customer Support Center.