Course Details

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

• Mechanical and Maintenance Engineers
• Process and Plant Engineers
• Instrumentation and Control Technicians
• Maintenance and Reliability Supervisors
• Valve Technicians and Inspectors
• Anyone involved in valve operation, installation, or maintenance

• 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 valve design principles and operational functions
• Select appropriate valve types for specific process applications
• Apply correct installation, testing, and commissioning procedures
• Identify common valve problems and their root causes
• Perform inspection, maintenance, and upgrading of valves
• Improve system safety, reliability, and efficiency through proper valve management

DAY 1

Introduction to Valve Technology

• Welcome and Introduction
• Pre-Test
• Overview of Valve Functions in Process Systems
• Basic Principles of Fluid Flow and Pressure Control
• Classification of Valves and Their Applications
• Key Design Features and Terminology
• Valve Standards and Specifications (API, ASME, ISO)

DAY 2

Valve Types and Selection Criteria

• Gate, Globe, Ball, Plug, Butterfly, and Check Valves
• Control Valves, Pressure Relief Valves, and Safety Valves
• Valve Body Materials and Trim Selection
• Sealing Elements – Seats, Packing, and Gaskets
• Actuator Types – Pneumatic, Electric, and Hydraulic
• Criteria for Valve Selection Based on Service Conditions
• Valve Sizing and Flow Coefficients (Cv, Kv)

DAY 3

Valve Installation and Commissioning

• Pre-Installation Inspection and Preparation
• Handling, Storage, and Protection of Valves
• Installation Procedures and Torque Guidelines
• Alignment and Flange Connection Practices
• Leak Testing and Pressure Testing Procedures
• Commissioning, Start-up, and Functional Checks
• Safety Precautions During Installation and Testing

DAY 4

Inspection, Maintenance and Upgrading

• Routine Valve Inspection and Condition Monitoring
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance Practices
• Packing, Gasket, and Seat Replacement
• Stem and Body Repairs
• Valve Reconditioning and Upgrading Techniques
• Valve Testing and Certification Requirements
• Extending Valve Life through Proper Maintenance

DAY 5

Troubleshooting and Course Wrap-up

• Common Valve Problems and Failure Modes
• Leakage, Sticking, Corrosion, and Wear Issues
• Troubleshooting Techniques and Diagnostic Tools
• Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) for Valve Failures
• Best Practices for Reliability and Performance Improvement
• Post-Test
• Certificate Ceremony