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Phase 1 - Troubleshooting & Inspection (EOC1)

EOC1 – Centrifugal Focus

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Training 3 - Operators EOC-1000

EOC1 – Centrifugal Focus

Build operator asset care skills for pumps and motors — recognizing early failures, performing inspections, and operating equipment more reliably.

2 Days Duration
On-Site Location
Hands-On Format
10-15 Recommended Participants
Overview

What this course is about

Hands-on operator-focused course designed to build foundational asset care skills for centrifugal pump and motor-driven systems. This training helps operators recognize early failure indicators, perform effective inspections, and operate equipment more reliably—without performing maintenance tasks. Focus is placed on real-world production assets including motors, centrifugal pumps, bearings, lubrication systems, and piping commonly found across industrial facilities.

Key Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Reliable Manufacturing
    Reliability basics, failure patterns, and operator role
  • Sources of Machine Failure
    Misalignment, unbalance, and improper operation
  • Common Machine Components
    Bearings, lubrication, and power transmission basics
  • Essential Inspection Techniques
    Look, listen & feel inspections with basic tools
  • Motor Operation & Inspection
    Motor fundamentals and key failure indicators
  • Introduction to Centrifugal Pump Systems
    Pump fundamentals and operating principles
  • Fluid Properties & Pump Performance
    Flow, head, BEP, and performance issues
  • Mechanical Seals, Packing & Piping Awareness
    Seals, leakage indicators, and piping impact on reliability
  • Why This Training Matters

  • Improves reliability at the point of operation
  • Reduces unplanned downtime
  • Builds operator ownership & engagement
  • Supports sustainable reliability culture
  • Who Should Attend
    • Equipment & Line Operators
    • Lead operators and shift supervisors
    • Production & Process Operators
    Typical Daily Outline

    What 2 days looks like on the floor

    Day 1
    Day 2

    Reliability Foundations & Pump Fundamentals

  • Introduction & Operator Role In Reliable Manufacturing
    Operator impact on reliability, safety, and production
  • Reliable & predictable manufacturing
    Failure patterns, P–F Curve, and early detection awareness
  • Essential asset care for pumps
    Operator asset care, contamination prevention, and Look, Listen & Feel
  • Pump types overview – centrifugal vs. Positive displacement
    Operating differences and application awareness
  • Friction, bearings & lubrication fundamentals
    Friction, lubrication basics, and inspection focus points
  • Power transmission on pump equipment
    Couplings, belts, chains, and key failure indicators
  • Inspection Techniques, Motors, Pumps & Troubleshooting

  • Inspection techniques – look, listen & feel
    Visual, audible, and tactile inspections for early detection
  • Using inspection instruments
    Basic tools: vibration, temperature, ultrasonic, and documentation
  • Electric motor operation & inspection (pump applications)
    Motor fundamentals and critical inspection points
  • Pump operation & reliability – centrifugal and positive displacement
    Pump fundamentals, BEP awareness, and operating risks
  • Mechanical seals, packing & flush systems
    Seal basics, leakage indicators, and inspection awareness
  • Pump troubleshooting – operator role
    N.I.R.D. approach and clear communication to maintenance
  • Upon successful completion, participants will be capable of:

    Understand the difference between process reliability and equipment reliability

    Recognize early failure indicators before breakdown occurs

    Perform effective Look, Listen & Feel inspections

    Use simple tools to assess vibration, sound, and temperature

    Understand how motors and centrifugal pumps operate

    Identify abnormal conditions that reduce asset life

    Communicate equipment conditions clearly to maintenance teams

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