Positive Displacement Compressors: Construction and Operation
e-Learning
About the eLearning Course
In the hydrocarbon processing and production industry, gas is compressed for transportation to consuming markets and for use in processing operations. This program is about the construction and operation of compressors. In this program you will learn the construction, principal parts, and operation of reciprocating compressors.
Target Audience
Operations personnel who require a fundamental understanding of knowledge to operate and maintain facilities. Also suitable for maintenance and technician personnel whether new to their roles or seasoned experts looking to enhance their skills.You Will Learn
Participants will learn how to:
- Describe basic construction principles for reciprocating compressors.
- Describe the proper operation and construction of a valve.
- Identify the purpose of cylinder bores and liners.
- Describe the construction of pistons and piston rings.
- Identify the purpose and construction of rod packing.
- Describe the purpose, location, and function of rods, crossheads, and bearings.
- Describe the need for lubrication in compressor systems.
- Describe how distributor blocks work to lubricate a compressor.
- Describe how multiple force-feed lubricators help to lubricate a compressor.
- Identify the cooling system of a compressor.
- Describe the purpose and function of safety valves.
- Describe the purpose and function of governors and overspeed trips.
- Describe the purpose of and function of oil pressure and water temperature controls.
- Identify proper pre-start procedures for a compressor.
- Identify proper startup procedures for a compressor.
- Identify proper shutdown procedures for a compressor.
- Describe your roles and responsibilities during normal compressor operation.
