Use of Air Valves in water systems and Waterhammer (transient) considerations| May 21st, 2025 | Live Webinar
Includes a Live Web Event on 05/21/2025 at 1:00 PM (EDT)
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Use of Air Valves in Water Systems and Waterhammer (transient) considerations
Date: Wednesday, May 21st 2025
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00 pm EST
PDH Credits: 1.0
Overview
This webinar will focus on the application and installation of air valves and where are they frequently used. Additionally, this webinar will cover air valve behavior during transients and secondary surges along with the protective measures.
Learning Level - Advanced
Advanced level training is designed for individuals with a strong foundational knowledge and experience who seek to enhance their broad skills and knowledge. Advance training delves into complex concepts, analysis, design, optimization, and problem solving.
It is recommended that attendees have intermediate level knowledge or complete intermediate level training prior to attending this course.
Audience:
Individuals looking gain in depth technical knowledge or those looking for a refresher on applied fundamentals, including experienced maintenance and operation personnel, pump system designers and owners, technical sales, and engineers.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, attendees should be able to:
1. Identify the several types of air valves available
2. Understand the construction and working principles of different air valves
3. Identify the specific air valve type required for a variety of applications
4. Explain the phenomenon of air valve slam during transients and identify protective measures.
SKU: LW512C
Registration Fees
| HI Member Type | Fee |
| 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/Partner | $119.00 |
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Raghu Kadava
Pump Technical Specialist
Black & Veatch
Raghu Kadava is a Pump Technical Specialist with over 16 years of experience. He has worked in Design, Construction, Startup, Commissioning, Failure Analysis for over 300 pumping stations. He has done more than 50 transient analysis for Surge tanks, head tanks, surge towers, air valves, surge relief & anticipator valves, check valve w/ bypass and others. He is an active member of Hydraulic Institute for past 6 years & has major contributions for development of standards and has been a major contributor for the Intake Design, Foundation Design & Vibration. Mr. Kadava completed his education from the University of Missouri – Rolla.
PDH Credits
One (1) PDH credit will be issued upon completion of this live webinar series.
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Florida Board of Professional Engineers
Pump Systems Matter is a board-approved continuing education provider for the Florida Board of Professional Engineers: License # CEA361.
North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors
Pump Systems Matter is an approved continuing professional competency sponsor for the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors: Sponsor # S-0523.
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Pump Systems Matter is approved as a sponsor of continuing education for professional engineers in New York State: NYS Sponsor # 241.
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