Swagelok Pressure Regulator Course
This course provides delegates with an understanding of the function of pressure regulators and the importance of correct selection whilst identifying associated performance issues that commonly occur to increase system efficiency. Provide guidance on appropriate inspection, testing, and planned, or preventative maintenance, and have hands-on session to provide experience in replacing key components
Description
This course provides delegates with an understanding of the function of pressure regulators and the importance of correct selection whilst identifying associated performance issues that commonly occur to increase system efficiency. Provide guidance on appropriate inspection, testing, and planned, or preventative maintenance, and have hands-on session to provide experience in replacing key components
Course Content
- Function, loading mechanisms, and safety considerations when selecting a pressure regulator
- Relate function and performance to associate applications
- Sizing of regulators and utilising flow charts
- Supply pressure effect (SPE), droop, choking, lock-up, creep, and Joules Thompson effect
- Demonstrate SPE
- Relate performance characteristics to the importance of good selection and regulator design
- Consideration of venting and proportional relief valves to enhance safety for certain systems
- Practical instruction on actual maintenance of Swagelok regulators
- Suggestions on inspection and testing techniques
Target Audience
Technicians, maintenance, and engineering personnel involved in the selection, installation, and maintenance of pressure regulators and associated systems.
Certification
Swagelok® Certificate of Completion - valid for 3 years