Course Details

This course is appropriate for a wide range of professionals but not limited to:

• Mechanical and Design Engineers
• Maintenance and Reliability Engineers
• Project and Process Engineers
• Equipment and Machinery Specialists
• Engineering Supervisors and Technical Managers
• Anyone involved in compressor system design, selection, or technical evaluation

• Expert-led sessions with dynamic visual aids
• Comprehensive course manual to support practical application and reinforcement
• Interactive discussions addressing participants’ real-world projects and challenges
• Insightful case studies and proven best practices to enhance learning

By the end of this course, participants should be able to:

• Understand design principles and classifications of compressor systems
• Interpret mechanical design data, specifications, and performance curves
• Identify materials, tolerances, and stress factors affecting compressor reliability
• Evaluate auxiliary systems and mechanical protection features
• Apply international design codes and standards (API, ASME, ISO)
• Prepare and review compressor specifications and datasheets effectively

DAY 1

Introduction to Compressor Mechanical Design

Welcome and Introduction

Pre-Test

Overview of Compressor Systems and Applications

Classification and Operating Principles

Mechanical Design Fundamentals

Major Components and Configurations

Design Requirements and Performance Parameters

Overview of International Standards and Codes

DAY 2

Compressor Components and Materials

• Casing and Pressure Containment Design
• Shafts, Impellers, and Rotors
• Bearings and Seals – Types and Applications
• Couplings, Alignment, and Balance Considerations
• Materials Selection for Mechanical Integrity
• Corrosion and Temperature Effects on Material Behavior
• Design Tolerances and Clearances

DAY 3

Auxiliary Systems and Design Integration

• Lubrication Systems and Oil Supply Design
• Cooling Systems and Temperature Control
• Sealing and Leakage Control Systems
• Anti-Surge and Protection Mechanisms
• Foundation and Support Structures
• Design of Instrumentation and Monitoring Systems
• Noise and Vibration Control Considerations

DAY 4

Specification and Design Standards

• Overview of API, ASME, and ISO Standards
• API 617, API 618, API 672 – Key Requirements
• Mechanical Design Data Sheets and Engineering Drawings
• Specifying Performance Parameters
• Allowable Stresses, Loads, and Thermal Expansions
• Inspection, Testing, and Certification Requirements
• Vendor Documentation and Design Review Procedures

DAY 5

Reliability, Testing, and Course Wrap-up

• Design for Reliability and Maintainability
• Common Mechanical Failures and Root Causes
• Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Performance Verification
• Design Review and Quality Assurance Procedures
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony