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The following training sessions are not included in the EGCR basic registration.
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Only one person per registration please
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Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) Classes
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Ariel Corporation / Basic Gas Compression Training
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the Ariel sessions.
(14 hours)
This is an introductory course designed for those individuals responsible for the operation and maintenance of Ariel reciprocating compressors. Topics to be covered:
- Components of the Ariel separable compressor
- An introduction to the Ariel web site
- Basic compression theory, P/V Diagrams, Volumetric Efficiency (VE) - how and why it affects flow and horsepower - and Rod reversal / non-reversal
- Capacity control devices, how clearance affects VE / flow / horsepower
- Compressor Sizing – what caused your compressor to be the size that it is
- Bolting and Torque, why the proper torque is critical
- Vibration, what causes it and how can it be minimized
- The lubrication system for both the frame and cylinders
- This course can be modified during the presentation to ensure the material covered fits the class’s needs.
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Caterpillar - Introductory Course
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the Caterpillar Introductory session.
(14 hours)
- Introduction to Caterpillar Gas Engines
- Basic operational characteristics of natural gas engines
- Rich burn (Stoichiometric) vs. Lean burn
- Methane Number and Cat Methane Number Program
- Carburetor operation and adjustment, Emissions adjustment.
- Sensors
- Wastegate, boost control, aftercooler
- Gas regulators and balance line
- Ignition Systems
- Download complete description (pdf)
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Caterpillar - Advanced Course
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the Caterpillar Advanced session.
(14 hours)
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Dresser Rand Integral Gas Engine Maintenance
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the Dresser Rand Gas Engine Maintenance sessions.
(14 hours)
This course is an intermediate level maintenance program focused on I-R heritage KVG, KVS gas engines. The training modules will include an introduction to 4 cycle gas engine theory and combustion theory. The frame and running gear, power cylinders and heads, lubricating and cooling systems, turbochargers and troubleshooting will also be covered. The interactive student guide, along with worksheets, will supplement the presentation slides and course lecture. Periodic review questions and inter-activities will be used to enhance the student's retention of the material. Pre and post-quizzes will be administered to measure participant learning.
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Dresser Rand Reciprocating Gas Compression Maintenance
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the Dresser Rand Gas Compression Maintenance sessions.
(14 hours)
Intermediate level maintenance program for D-R and I-R heritage slow speed reciprocating gas compressors. The focus of this course will be on HHE compressors. This program will offer several inter-related modules focusing on maintenance procedures including the frame and running gear, compressor cylinders, valve, capacity control systems, packing lubricating and cooling systems.
The interactive student guide, along with worksheets, will supplement the presentation slides and course lecture. Periodic review questions and inter-activities will be used to enhance the student's retention of the material. Pre and post-quizzes will be administered to measure participant learning.
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ACTT Training
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Compressor Characteristics
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the class sessions.
(14 hours)
Class will be canceled if the 8 person minimum is not met by April 24th.
This course teaches concepts and applications of reciprocating compressors design and operation. It is intended to teach more of the advanced principles and the impact of operational changes on compressor performance. The course is divided into two sections:
- Compressor Fundamentals – Lecture describing physical components, linkages, fundamental operating theory, and basic operation.
- Compressor Characteristics - A series of problems that describes certain changes on a compressor and their affect on certain critical parameters.
Students are required to bring their own writing materials and a calculator. Tests will be administered periodically throughout the course and at completion.
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Compressor Station Operations & Maintenance for Supervisors and Non-Technical Personnel
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the class sessions.
Class will be canceled if the 8 person minimum is not met by April 24th.
(7 hours)
This workshop will show how the “right” operations and maintenance activities can improve the effectiveness and profitability of compressor stations. It is intended for persons interested in profitable operation of compressor stations. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will:
1. Understand how natural gas companies make money and how compressor stations serve a key role in physically and financially benefiting your company.
2. Understand the basic construction and operation of key compression equipment including:
a. Reciprocating engines,
b. Turbines,
c. Electric motors
d. Reciprocating compressors and
e. Centrifugal compressors).
3. Identify the top five operations and maintenance activities that improve the efficiency, reliability, and profitability of compressor stations. Students are required to bring their own writing materials.
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Coupling Alignment
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the class sessions.
Class will be canceled if the 8 person minimum is not met by April 24th.
(14 hours)
This workshop is a full version of ACTT’s popular Coupling Alignment hands-on course. It teaches practical concepts and application of the “Rim and Face” and “Reverse Dial Indicator” alignment methods. Upon completion, each student will understand what coupling alignment is; the steps and procedures required to perform both alignment methods, and will be able to apply these methods to a hands-on alignment exercise. The course is divided into the following lessons:
- Introduction to coupling alignment
- Alignment preparation and pre-alignment checks
- Rim and Face alignment method
- Reverse Dial indicator alignment method
- Alignment reports
- Practical hands-on exercise applying alignment skills with alignment training equipment
This course is intended for equipment operators and mechanical personnel responsible for monitoring, measuring, and correcting equipment alignment. There are no pre-requisites required to attend. Class size is limited to 8 students to maximize hands-on practice. Students are required to bring their own writing materials.
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Web Deflection & WebMap2® Software Training
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the class sessions.
Class will be canceled if the 8 person minimum is not met by May 1st.
(4 hours)
This course teaches the basis concepts of crankshaft web deflections readings and interpretation. Upon completion, each student will understand the theory and purpose of web deflections; the steps and procedures required to take web deflections; and how to interpret web deflection data using the WebMap2 software. The course is divided into the following lessons:
- Introduction to web deflections
- Collection of web deflection data
- WebMap2.0 software use
- WebMap2 web deflection interpretation
This course is intended for equipment operators and mechanical personnel responsible for monitoring, measuring, and interpreting crankshaft web deflection data. There are no pre-requisites required to attend. Students are required to bring their own writing materials. Students are encouraged to bring laptop computers for the WebMap2.0 exercises.
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Pipeline Pigging
Cost includes full EGCR registration fee, vendor hall admission, meals and the class sessions.
Class will be canceled if the 8 person minimum is not met by May 1st.
(7 hours)
This workshop provides an introduction to pipeline pigging activities. This course will describe the basic purpose and process of pipeline pigging. It describes key pipeline pigging equipment (including launchers, receivers, and pigging equipment). The course teaches proper pig launching, tracking, and receiving procedures and practices.
This class is intended for operations and supervisory personnel responsible for pipeline pigging activities. The course has no pre-requisites. Students are required to bring their own writing materials and a calculator. Tests will be administered at the course completion.
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