COMBUSTION CHARACTERISTICS
June 18-21, 2013 - Williams Tower - Houston TX
Combustion Characteristics is a comprehensive troubleshooting and problem-solving class covering the effects of operating conditions and control adjustments on engine combustion. There is detailed discussion related to issues affecting the development and use of horsepower performance curves.
The workshop includes 48 different operating scenarios and problems.It covers pure turbo-charged 4-stroke cycle, turbo-charged 2-stroke cycle, piston scavenged 2-stroke cycle, and naturally aspirated 4-stroke cycle engines.
Course Content
- In-depth discussion of combustion characteristics including: peak firing pressure, MEP, exhaust temperatures, turbocharger speed, and brake specific fuel consumption
- NOx and CO emissions on various engines.
- Effects of changes in air/fuel ratio, ignition timing, fuel composition, torque, speed, and certain mechanical problems on the engine’s combustion characteristics.
- Advanced ignition theory and ignition schematics.
- Horsepower performance and compressor curve use and development
Who Should Attend: The class is intended for all job classifications involved with the operation, repair, analysis, engineering, and supervision of reciprocating engines
Instructor
Randy Anderson, CECO Training Services. Mr Anderson brings a wealth of experience and is a highly regarded subject matter expert and instructor.
Professional Development Hours (PDH)
This workshop qualifies for 28 Professional Development Hours.
Event Information
- Course Fee: $1,395 GMRC or SGA member company; $1,745 Non-member
- Schedule: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tues/Wed/Thurs. and 8:30 a.m. to Noon Friday.
- All sessions will be held at the Williams office located at 2800 Post Oak Blvd. Houston TX 77056
- Each participant will receive a comprehensive workbook, a valuable resource that will provide ongoing benefits long after the completion of the class.
- Trouble registering? Click Registration Help for more information
- Questions? Email memberservices@southerngas.org or phone (972) 620-8505 and someone will be happy to assist you.
Hotel Information
The Westin Oaks and Westin Galleria hotels are adjacent to the Williams Tower. You may call (713) 960-8100 or Central Reservations: 888-627-8514 and request the Williams corporate rate (subject to availability) of $176.
Other nearby hotels (no special rate contracted)
Doubletree Suites (approx. 1/2 mile from Williams, no corporate
Sponsorships are available for this event. Click here for information.
Questions
Contact Patrick Downey pdowney@gmrc.org or memberservices@southerngas.org
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