Benefits
This course is your opportunity to:
- Review the minimum requirements for a mechanical integrity program
- Develop an understanding of those mechanisms responsible for the mechanical integrity failure of piping and vessels
- Obtain information on recommended practices for managing the mechanical integrity of piping and vessels
- Enhance the safety and cost-effectiveness of your industrial refrigeration systems by reducing risks related to mechanical integrity failures
Attendees will receive copies of a two-volume guidebook series on mechanical integrity for industrial refrigeration systems. Volume 1 focuses on the fundamentals of mechanical integrity and includes discussion on common failure mechanisms, components requiring inspection, principles of operation for non-destructive testing equipment, and an overview of current practices for mechanical integrity inspections. Volume 2 provides recommendations on MI inspection practices for vessels and piping (including valves). The value of the guidebooks alone is $490!
Topics
- Introduction to Mechanical Integrity for Refrigeration Systems
- Refrigeration System Failure Mechanics
- Review of Refrigeration Systems
- Insulation Systems for Piping and Vessels
- Good Engineering Practices
- Additional Refrigeration System Failure Mechanics
- NDE Technology
- IRC Recommendations for MI
- Conducting an Independent Inspection
Audience
This course has been designed for:
- Plant engineering staff
- Utility supervisors
- Refrigeration system operators
- PSM coordinators
- Contractors doing mechanical integrity work
- Others interested in understanding the basic principles and practices of mechanical integrity for industrial refrigeration systems
Earn PDH, LU, CEU
By participating in this course, you will earn 20 Professional Development Hours (PDH) and 2 Continuing Education Units (CEU). Learn more about PDH, LU, CEU and state licensing boards.
Instructors
Daniel J. Dettmers, Research Engineer, Industrial Refrigeration Consortium, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
James Kovarik, Vice President, NDE Technology, Lixi, Inc., Huntley, Illinois
Douglas T. Reindl, PhD, Professor, Engineering Professional Development, College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, Wisconsin
General Information
Fee Covers Notebook and other course materials, break refreshments, and certificate.
Cancellation Policy If you cannot attend, please notify us by October 31, and we will refund your fee. Cancellations received after this date and no-shows are subject to a $150 administrative fee. You may enroll a substitute at any time before the course starts.
Accommodations We have reserved a block of guest rooms (rates starting at $89, including expanded Continental breakfast and free wifi) at Lowell Center, 610 Langdon Street, Madison, WI. Reserve a room online at Lowell Center or call 866-301-1753 or 608-256-2621. Room requests after October 9 will be subject to availability. Other fees and restrictions may apply.
Course Location This course will be held at Pyle Center, 702 Langdon Street, Madison, WI. 608-262-1122
Course Discount Industrial Refrigeration Consortium members fee: $1095 for this course