COMPRESSOR STATION VIBRATION and the IMPACT ON
COST, PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY
April 17 - 19, 2013
Sheraton Station Square Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA
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Overview
This Gas Machinery Research Council (GMRC) class will provide attendees with the knowledge and tools to better identify, specify, address and resolve vibration issues affecting reciprocating compressors. The impact of equipment selection, operation and piping layout on pulsation, vibration and performance will be discussed. Attendees will actively participate in designing pulsation control and identifying support locations using tools provided by the presenters. An overview of torsional vibration and its impact on the design process will also be provided. The course draws on expertise, experience and best practices from senior industry experts
This will be an interactive class. Case studies incorporating actual compressor stations will be utilized, using different scenarios for the class to role play – and make decisions. The program will also include detailed computer modeling to make the scenarios realistic – with actual pulsation and vibration outcomes.
Course Content
- Compressor Design Process to Improve Reliability
- Vibration Overview
- Compressor Operation and Performance and Their Impact On Vibration
- Pulsation Analysis Throughout the Piping System
- Mechanical Resonance in the Piping, Skid and Foundation
- Torsional Vibration
- Small Bore Piping
- Piping Layout Considerations
- Overview of Centrifugal Compressor Vibration Issues
Who Should Attend
The course is recommended for technicians and engineers involved in compressor design or troubleshooting. This includes rotating specialists, design staff and field engineers
Instructors
Some of the industry’s leading subject matter experts developed the program. The task force/instructor list includes:
- Wally Bratek, Beta Machinery Analysis
- Chris Harper, Beta Machinery Analysis
- Dwayne Hickman, ACI Services
- Tom Stephens, Ariel Corp.
Additional contributors
- Michael Smith, UGI
- Ralph Harris, Ariel Corp.
- Brian Howes, Beta Machinery Analysis
- Christine Scrivner, Kinder Morgan
Our sincere thanks to the companies and individuals whose time and talent made this workshop possible.
Professional Development Hours
This course qualifies for 18 Professional Development Hours.
Event Information
- Course Fee: $795 for GMRC company employees; $1095 for Non-members
- Schedule: Class times are 8 am - 4 pm Wednesday/Thursday, and 8 am to noon Friday.
- Each participant will receive a comprehensive workbook, a valuable resource that will provide benefits long after the completion of the class.
- Breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks provided
- All sessions of the workshop will be held at the Sheraton Station Square Hotel
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- Questions? Email memberservices@southerngas.org or phone (972) 620-8505 and someone will be happy to assist you.
Hotel Information
- 300 West Station Square Drive · Pittsburgh, PA 15219
- GMRC rate $139
- CUTOFF DATE extended until April 2. (was March 24)
- For reservations, call 888-627-7029 and request the Gas Machinery/GMRC rate
- For online reservations, click here GMRC 2013 Training Week
Transportation Information
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Approximately 30-40 minutes from hotel (depending on traffic)
Airport Phone: (412) 472-3525
Average cab/taxi fares: $60.00 (one way)
Checker Cab (412) 664-5600
Yellow Cab Co. of Pittsburgh (412) 321-8100
Average SuperShuttle fare: $48.00 (one way)
SuperShuttle Pittsburgh (800) 258-3826
Other Information
Pirates Baseball - a group outing at beautiful PNC Park is planned for Wednesday evening. Check the box on your registration form to purchase a discount ticket and join others for a night of fun at the ballpark.
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Questions
Contact Patrick Downey pdowney@gmrc.org or memberservices@southerngas.org
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