This comprehensive videotape-based training program consists of 5 modules (13 videotapes) that train students to remove, disassemble, inspect, and maintain all types of pumps and compressors. Packing and seal maintenance is also included.

Centrifugal Pumps (4 tape set)


Specialized Centrifugal Pumps


Air Compressors and Blowers (3 tape set)


Centrifugal Air Compressors (3 tape set)


Packing and Seals (2 tape set)

• Pump Description
• Pump Maintenance: General
• Disassembling the Casing
• Removing the Rotating Element
• Inspecting the Casing
• Disassembling the Rotor

• Measuring Packing Sleeves
• Measuring Impellers and Wearing Rings
• Measuring the Shaft
• Inspecting Seal and Bearing Parts
• Measuring Bearing Oil Clearance

• Assembling the Rotor
• Installing the Rotor
• Measuring Sleeve Bearing Oil Clearance
• Assembling the Bearings

• Assembling the Casing
• Tightening Casing Studs and/or Bolts
• Installing Packing
• Test Operating the Pump

• Pump Disassembly
• Shaft and Bearing Removal
• Shaft and Impeller Inspection
• Pump Reassembly
• Setting Pump Impeller Clearance
• Mechanical Seal Installation
• Setting Vertical Pump Impeller Clearance

• Reciprocating Air Compressor Discharge Valve Removal and Disassembly
• Seat Cleaning, Inspection, and Lapping
• Guard Cleaning, Inspection, and Maintenance
• Reinstallation
• Suction Valve Unloader Removal and Disassembly
• Unloader Testing
• Installation

• Reciprocating Air Compressor Disassembly
• Piston and Piston Rod Removal
• Measurements
• Ring Installation
• Piston-to-Cylinder Head Clearance Adjustment

• Rotary Blower Disassembly
• Removing the Timing Gears
• Removing Head Plate and Shafts
• Removing the Bearings
• Installing the Bearings and the Seal
• Installing the Timing Gears
• Adjusting the Timing and Reassembly

• Air Compression
• Centrifugal Air Compressors
• Air Intake Filters
• Filter Maintenance
• Lubrication System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

• Gear Box Design
• Inlet Disassembly
• Horizontally-Split Compressor Disassembly
• Vertically-Split Compressor Disassembly
• Checking Bearing
• Clearance, Gears and Impeller Clearance

• Intercoolers and Aftercoolers
• Separators, Receivers, and Dryers
• Coupling Alignment
• Vibration Analysis
• Troubleshooting High Air Temperature
• Common Compressor Problems

• Removing Conventional Valve Packing
• Installing Valve Packing
• Removing Chevron Packing
• Installing Preformed Chevron Packing
• Using Preformed Graphite Ring Packing

• Fabricating Graphite Ring Packing
• Removing Pump Packing
• Installing Pump Packing
• Removing, Disassembling, and Inspecting a Mechanical Seal
• Assembling and Installing a Mechanical Seal
• Types of Mechanical Seals