4x 2 hour (Live Instructor-Led) sessions normally across 2 days. Each 100 – 120 minutes.
Benefits from attending
Gain a greater understanding of Pipework Vibration, including the main causes and consequences of pipework vibration.
Learn about theoretical ‘Quantitative Assessment’ methods for calculating ‘Likelihood of Failure’ (LOF) for Main Lines, Small Bore Connections and Thermowells, including identification of the most relevant parameters which can be used for corrective actions.
Worked examples of Quantitative Assessment methods.
Learn how to use temporary strain gauges to collect dynamic stress data for fatigue assessment.
Learn how to perform a basic fatigue life estimate or detailed assessment based on BS 7608.
Gain a greater understanding of the selection and implementation of remedial pipe supports, including SBC braces, visco dampers and dynamic vibration absorbers (tuned mass dampers) – illustrated by real-life case studies.
Learn the top 10 most common mistakes which result in a high risk of vibration-induced fatigue failures.
Day 1
Session
Online Module
Module Title
Detailed Description of Content
Module (mins)
1
OM-00
Course Introduction
Trainer intro, VibTech intro, Using MS Teams , Course format, Timescales, Tests
10
1
OM-05.1
Main line Quantitative LOF Assessment – Flow Induced Vibration (FIV)
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure due to Flow Induced Turbulence. Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
20
1
OM-05.2
Main line Quantitative LOF Assessment – Mechanical Excitation
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure due to Mechanical Excitation (e.g. Direct excitation from Machines or indirectly from other pipework). Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
15
1
OM-05.3
Main line Quantitative LOF Assessment – Pulsation
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure due to 3 types of tonal pulsations due to acoustic resonance (reciprocating machines, rotating machines and dead-leg branches) Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
30
1
OM-05.4
Main line Quantitative LOF Assessment – High Frequency Acoustic Excitation
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure due to high frequency Acoustic Induced Vibration (AIV). Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
25
1
OM-05.5
Main line Quantitative LOF Assessment – Valves
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure due to Surge and Momentum change associated with fast acting valves. Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
20
2
OM-05.6
Main line Quantitative LOF Assessment – Cavitation and Flashing
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure due to Cavitation & Flashing in liquid systems. Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
10
2
OM-05.7
SBC Quantitative Assessments
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure of Small Bore Connections (SBC), considering Geometric Factors and Location Factors for 4 generic configurations. Primarily to understand key factors and their significance
30
2
OM-05.8
Thermowell Quantitative LOF Assessment
Quantitative Assessment method for assessing the risk of Failure of Thermowells due to flow induced vortices caused by flow of fluid past thermowell. Primarily to understand key factors and their significance. Introduction to associated ASME standard ASME PTC B19.3TW-2010
25
2
OM-24
Quantitative Assessment Tool
Introduction to VibTech Quantitative Assessment Tool (QAT) – performs all EI LOF calculations in Sections T2, T3 & T4 of EI Guidelines
20
2
OM-08.1
Strain & Fatigue
What is strain, how to measure strain, how to perform a simple fatigue assessment, detailed fatigue assessment using BS7608
30
Day 2
Session
Online Module
Module Title
Detailed Description of Content
Module (mins)
3
OM-22.1
Worked Example – Main Line LOF- Gas Compression System
Likelihood of Failure calculation worked examples: FIV2, FIP3, AIV, MEC, GVO, Tapered Thermowell
60
3
OM-22.4.1
Worked Example – SBC LOF calculation Type 1
Likelihood of Failure calculation worked example
15
3
OM-22.4.2
Worked Example – SBC LOF calculation Type 2
Likelihood of Failure calculation worked example
5
3
OM-22.4.3
Worked Example – SBC LOF calculation Type 3
Likelihood of Failure calculation worked example
20
3
OM-23.1
Corrective Actions Case Studies – SBCs
Practical examples of SBC Corrective Actions
15
4
OM-23.1
Corrective Actions Case Studies – SBCs (AVT Easy-Brace)
Practical examples of SBC Corrective Actions
5
4
OM-23.2
Corrective Actions Case Studies – Visco-Damper
Practical examples of Main Line Corrective Actions using Visco-Elastic Dampers
20
4
OM-23.3
Corrective Actions Case Studies – Dynamic Vibration Absorber
Practical examples of Main Line and Machine Corrective Actions using Dynamic Vibration Absorbers
35
4
OM-14
Top 10 Most Common Mistakes
Examples of the top 10 most common mistakes resulting in high risk of pipework vibration and fatigue
20
4
Q&A
Opportunity for attendees to ask questions or discuss any real-life examples
