Mechanical Training Seminars
M400 Achieving Excellence in Maintenance Management
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
The purpose of this seminar is to present the maintenance professional with a solid resource of information that will enable him or her to better manage, maintain, and improve the operation of their plant or facility through the effective and efficient use of their maintenance department resources, both human and material.
Some of the key topics covered are:
The process of effective and efficient management
The art of being a successful leader
The 10 Keys to a successful maintenance department
Proper and effective Preventive Maintenance programs
How to optimize PM efforts, and measure their effectiveness.
Predictive Maintenance programs: How and when to use this technique.
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems: How to choose and use.
Storerooms that make “cents”
Realistic budgeting, the use of contractors, and much, much more!
M401 Environmental Compliance
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This general course heading includes training from Asbestos and Lead, to OSHA regulations regarding Hazardous Waste. A variety of subjects include:
OSHA Hazardous Waste Training
Lead Abatement
Asbestos Handling
M402 Confined Space Entry
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course covers the OSHA guidelines for confined space entry safety. Some of the key topics covered are:
Hazards
Types of Confined Spaces
Reasons for Entering Confined Spaces
Flammable Atmospheres
Toxic Atmospheres
Irritant (Corrosive) Atmospheres
Asphyxiating Atmospheres
General Safety Hazards
- Mechanical
- Communication Problems
- Entry and Exit
Physical Hazards
- Thermal Effects
- Noise
- Vibration
General/Physical
- Scaffolding
- Surface Residues
- Structural Hazards
M500 Basic Shop Math Refresher
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course is designed to refresh the student’s math skills, so that they can perform calculations related to maintenance in industry. Some of the topics include:
Working with Positive and Negative Integers
Fraction/Decimal Conversions
Order of Operations
Angles
Working with a Calculator
Temperature Conversions
Formulas
M501 Mechanical Troubleshooting Techniques
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course is designed to teach the student techniques to become a better troubleshooter. They learn the correct use of instruments and devices to diagnose problem areas. Some of the topics covered include:
Bearings Basics
Lubrication Basics
Basics of Drive Systems
Components
- V-belts
- Chain drives
- Coupling types
- Electric motors
- Applications
- Proper installation
Preventative Maintenance Techniques
Root Cause Failure Analysis
Predictive Maintenance Techniques
- Ultrasonics
- Vibration Analysis
- Thermography
M502 Bearings
Seminar Duration: 1 Day
This course covers the various types of bearings and their applications. Reasons for bearing failure and how to apply the principles of preventive and predictive maintenance are discussed. The principles and techniques of bearing lubrication are also covered.
Bearings M502 is a one-day course, but is usually coupled with Lubrication M503 and presented as a two-day seminar. Some of the topics include:
Bearing Construction
Application
Proper Maintenance
Precision Measuring of Bearing Housings and Fits (Hands-on)
Bearing Numbering Systems
Failure Analysis
Proper Maintenance Techniques
M503 Lubrication
Seminar Duration: 1 Day
This course is intended to teach the student to distinguish between when it is appropriate to use grease and when it is appropriate to use oil when lubricating machinery. The different types of lubricants will be discussed. Several lubrication techniques will be covered. Some of the topics include:
Lubrication Types
Applications
Proper Schedules
Failure Analysis
Lubricant Oil Analysis
How the Lubrication Plan for a Machine can Increase its Reliability
M504 Maintenance of Mechanical Drives
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course covers the different mechanical components that drive machinery. It includes gears, chain drives, v-belt drives, types of couplings, and their proper applications. Troubleshooting and preventive and predictive maintenance techniques are discussed. Sizing of drives and increasing reliability of drive components are covered in detail. See our other related mechanical training seminars, i.e. bearings, lubrication, alignment.
Some of the key topics covered are:
Basics of Mechanical Drive Components - increasing life and adding reliability
Bearings - types, numbering, installation, and maintenance.
Couplings - types, purpose, and applications
Gear Drives - types, ratios
V-Belt Drives, types, sizing and alignment
Chain Drives - design, types, and maintenance
Proper Lubrication Techniques
The Importance of Proper Alignment - the Four Step Method of Precision Alignment is
demonstrated.
M505 Precision Alignment
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course stresses the importance of shaft alignment. Students are taught how to use precise, accurate methods to achieve precision measurements and thereby increase equipment life.
This course includes how to use dial indicators, micrometers, Vernier calipers, and other precision tools necessary to measure and compare fits and tolerances of machine components with the proper measurements necessary for effective, reliable repair.
The 4-Step Rim and Face technique is practiced and perfected. The Reverse Dial and Laser methods are also explained and discussed.
This is a hands-on course where the student actually aligns mock-up drives in the classroom. It is a lot of fun and the key to all successful mechanical repairs.
This class is sure to add reliability and reduce mechanical breakdowns. According to an ITTT study, as many as 43% of all mechanical failures are the direct result of the misalignment of mechanical components. Some of the key topics covered are:
Precision Measurement Methods
Reading Micrometers
Reading Vernier Calipers
Dial indicators
Fits and Tolerances
Basic Math Refresher
Alignment - The Four Step Method (hands-on), Reverse Dial Method, and Laser
M506 Centrifugal Pumps
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course teaches the student the basic principles of centrifugal and positive displacement pumps. Theory is taught and then applied. Troubleshooting is taught by checking measurable parameters such as discharge pressure, suction pressure, and amperage. Performance of the pump is then matched to design limits and the Pump Curve becomes a valuable troubleshooting tool. Proper application and maintenance are stressed. Various sealing methods are covered, and several types of packing and mechanical seals are discussed.
All topics are discussed in simple, easy to understand and apply language.
Proper maintenance techniques and lubrication are covered in detail; along with basics of electric motors, bearings, seals, and alignment.
Cavitation, Recirculation, Net Positive Suction Head and Vibration are discussed and defined.
This course is bound to add reliability to your pumping systems. Some of the key topics covered are:
History of Pumping
Theory of Centrifugal and Positive Displacement Pumps
Proper Application of Pumps
Pump Curves
Troubleshooting Pumps and Systems
Pump Affinity Laws
Understanding NPSH (Net Positive Suction Head)
Proper Installation
Vibration Analysis as a Valuable Tool
Proper Maintenance Techniques
Basics of Proper Alignment
Cost of Pumping
Variable Frequency Drive Advantages, Energy Savings, and Applications
M507 Fans and Blowers
Seminar Duration: 1-2 Days
This course explains the basic operating principles of fans and blowers and how to apply them to troubleshooting and predictive maintenance techniques. Fans and Blowers #507 is usually combined with Air Compressors #509 for a 2-day session that would include the following:
Basic Theory
Fan Laws
Air Density and Temperature Relationships
Efficiency
Energy Requirements
Applications
Recommended Maintenance Practices.
Includes both preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance in the form of
vibration analysis, balancing, and oil analysis.
M508 Vibration Analysis
Seminar Duration: 1 Day
This course teaches the student the importance of identifying the source and/or cause of vibration in machinery. Devices and techniques for performing vibration analysis are covered. Topics include:
Vibration Analysis as an Effective Predictive Maintenance Tool
Devices
Techniques
M509 Air Compressors
Seminar Duration: 1 Day
This course covers the principles of air compressors. The different applications for air compressors are also discussed. Proper maintenance is stressed. Air Compressors M509 is usually combined with Fans and Blowers M507 for a 2-day session that would include the following:
Basic Theory
Fan Laws
Air Density and Temperature Relationships
Efficiency
Energy Requirements
Applications
Recommended Maintenance Practices.
Includes both preventative maintenance and predictive maintenance in the form of vibration analysis, balancing, and oil analysis.
M510 Precision Measurement
Seminar Duration: 1 Day
This course stresses the importance of precise measurements in the industrial environment. Students are taught how to use a variety of instruments and devices used in precision measurement applications. Topics include:
History
Vernier Calipers
Micrometers
Dial Indicators
M511 Air Conditioning and Heating Basics
Seminar Duration: 5 Days
This is a five-day intensive course designed to teach the maintenance professional the basic thermodynamic principles of air conditioning and heating. It is also designed to familiarize the student with the operation and maintenance of various air conditioning and heating systems and system components.
This course additionally teaches the student the safety and environmental aspects of working with refrigeration gasses. It includes training to prepare the student to take the EPA test for Refrigeration Technician certification, which is also offered as part of this course. Some of the key topics covered are:
Working with Refrigeration Systems - tools, practices, soldering, brazing principles
Basic Thermodynamic Principles
Temperature and Pressure
The Refrigeration Cycle
System Components
Refrigerants - blends
Refrigerants - recovery and recycling
Troubleshooting Refrigerant Problems
Compressors - flow controls, lubrication
Basic Electrical Controls
Basics of Gas Heat with Air Conditioning
Basics of Oil Heat with Air Conditioning
Basics of Electrical Heat with Air Conditioning
Heat Pumps
M512 Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Seminar Duration: 3 Days
This course covers the principles and applications of air conditioning and refrigeration. The methods of maintaining AC&R systems is also covered, as well as the environmental laws that control these methods.
This course additionally teaches the student the safety and environmental aspects of working with refrigeration gasses. It includes training to prepare the student to take the EPA test for Refrigeration Technician certification, which is also offered as part of this course. Topics include:
Working with refrigeration systems, tools, practices, soldering, brazing principles
Basic thermodynamic principles
Temperature and pressure
The refrigeration cycle
System components
Refrigerants - blends
Refrigerants – recovery and recycling
Troubleshooting refrigerant problems
Compressors, flow controls, lubrication
Basic electrical controls
Basics of gas heat with air conditioning
Basics of oil heat with air conditioning
Basics of electrical heat with air conditioning
Heat pumps
M513 EPA Exam Preparatory Course
Seminar Duration: 3 Days
This course is designed to prepare the student for their Type I, Type II, and/or Type III certification in refrigerant purchase and handling. Upon completion of the course work, the student is offered the opportunity to sit for the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Exam administered by Industrial Trainers of America, Inc. Actual certification is granted by ESCO INSTITUTE. Topics include:
Types of Refrigerants
Applications
Refrigerant Recovery
Safety
Federal Clean Air Act
M514 Boilers
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This course is designed to familiarize the student with the different types of steam boilers and systems. It covers the equipment and accessories, instruments, water treatment, operation and maintenance of boilers. Topics include:
Steam Boilers
Fittings and Accessories
Basic Boiler Room Systems
Fuel Burning Equipment
Draft
Combustion
Instruments
Boiler Water Treatment
Operation
M515 Welding
Seminar Duration: 2-3 Days
This is a three-day course designed to familiarize maintenance personnel with different types of welding, their processes, and safety issues
regarding welding. Some of the key topics covered are:
Introduction to Welding
- Oxyacetylene Processes
- Basics of metallurgy
- Welding and cutting processes
- The physics of welding
- Variations of weld joints and positions
- Welding safety
Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- SMAW welding equipment and supplies
- SMAW welding equipment adjustment and assembly
- Welding electrodes
- What process and technique to use and when
- Hands-on setup and practice exercises, and fabrication using several techniques
Oxyacetylene Processes
- Oxyacetylene setup and safety
- Equipment and supplies
- Assembly and adjustment
- Welding and cutting techniques
- Welding joints, and positions
- Brazing
- Oxyacetylene cutting
- Hands-on projects and fabrication exercises
Tungsten Arc Gas Welding-TIG,Heliarc
- TGAW welding safety
- TGAW welding theory
- TGAW welding equipment/materials
- TGAW uses and techniques
- Hands-on practice exercises and fabrication projects
M516 Pipefitting
Seminar Duration: 3 Days
This course is designed to provide the maintenance mechanic with the information to safely complete the repair procedures on fuel gas, steam, condensate, stock, air, hydraulic, fire, city and mill water piping systems. Topics include:
Introduction
Piping Standards
Reading and Interpreting Piping Drawings
Pipe Properties and Characteristics
Valve Selection and Maintenance
Piping systems
Plumbing Fixtures
Hands-On Piping Labs