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Predictive Maintenance of Pumps Using Condition Monitoring

Predictive Maintenance of Pumps Using Condition Monitoring

Predictive Maintenance of Pumps Using Condition Monitoring Predictive maintenance (PdM) is a crucial strategy in modern industrial operations, particularly for equipment like pumps that are essential for various processes. By utilizing condition monitoring techniques, predictive maintenance helps to forecast potential failures, optimize maintenance schedules, and reduce operational costs. This article …

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What is Welding and Welding processes

What is Welding and Welding processes

Some welding processes resemble both soldering and brazing and molten metal is applied to produce a joint between the two pieces. However, in welding, the added metal is, more often than not, of similar composition to the metals being joined, and the joined pieces are melted locally so differences between …

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Types of Heat Exchangers Shell and tube, Plate type

Plate Heat Exchanger

In almost any power, chemical, or mechanical system, heat must be transferred from one place to another or from one fluid to another. Heat exchangers are used to transfer heat from one fluid to another. A basic understanding of the mechanical components of a heat exchanger is important to understand …

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Valve functions and Basic parts of Valve

Valve functions and Basic parts of Valve

Today we will discuss about typical Mechanical Valve functions and the basic parts of a Valve. Valves are the most common single piece of equipment found in industrial facilities. Although there are many types, shapes, and sizes of valves, they all have the same basic parts. This chapter will review …

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Thermodynamics and Heat Powered Cycles

Thermodynamics and Heat Powered Cycles

Thermodynamics and Heat Powered Cycles Thermodynamics is the study of energy, its transformations, and how it affects matter. This branch of physics plays a vital role in understanding the principles behind many mechanical systems and processes, particularly heat-powered cycles. These cycles are integral to machines like engines, refrigerators, and power …

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Troubleshooting Rotating Machinery

Troubleshooting Rotating Machinery

Troubleshooting Rotating Machinery Rotating machinery is critical to many industrial and commercial operations, from pumps and motors to compressors and turbines. When problems arise, identifying the cause quickly can save time, money, and avoid further damage to the equipment. Troubleshooting rotating machinery requires a combination of knowledge, experience, and systematic …

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Heat and Thermodynamics

Heat and Thermodynamics

Heat and Thermodynamics Introduction Heat is a form of energy that plays a central role in the natural world and in various technological applications. Thermodynamics, the branch of physics concerned with the study of heat and its transformation into other forms of energy, helps us understand how heat flows and …

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Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools

Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools

Fundamentals of Machining and Machine Tools Introduction Machining and machine tools are integral to modern manufacturing, enabling the creation of precise components used in industries ranging from automotive to aerospace. These processes involve the controlled removal or addition of material to shape parts to exact specifications. With advancements in technology, …

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Advanced Machining Processes

Advanced Machining Processes

Advanced Machining Processes Introduction Advanced machining processes represent a leap forward in the manufacturing and engineering industries. These processes utilize innovative techniques to achieve high precision, efficiency, and adaptability. Unlike traditional methods, advanced machining is capable of handling complex geometries, hard-to-machine materials, and exacting tolerances. This article explores the various …

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Positive Displacement Pumps types and operation

Positive displacement pumps operate on a different principle than centrifugal pumps. Positive displacement pumps physically entrap a quantity of liquid at the suction of the pump and push that quantity out the discharge of the pump. A positive displacement pump is one in which a definite volume of liquid is …

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Centrifugal Pump Operation

Centrifugal PUMPS BOOKS

Improper operation of centrifugal pumps can result in damage to the pump and loss of function of the system that the pump is installed in. It is helpful to know what conditions can lead to pump damage to allow better understanding of pump operating procedures and how the procedures aid …

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