Introduction
Mechanical engineering is at the center of the chemical, oil, gas, and petrochemical industries. It requires familiarity not only with sound engineering principles but also with other engineering techniques including inspection, monitoring, and condition evaluation. The mechanical engineer is interested in safe containment and movement of solids, liquids, and gases. Of specific importance are material properties, design, static & rotating equipment design, inspection, and repair as well as an understanding of maintenance strategies and condition monitoring.
Conference Objectives of Fundamentals of Mechanical Technology
This seminar focuses on the central areas of mechanical engineering and guides the delegates in developing both fundamental and practical understandings of key issues. Workshop examples will be drawn from the oil and gas mechanical equipment.
Conference Process of Fundamentals of Mechanical Technology
The course combines sound engineering principles, methods, and applicable codes & standards and best industry practices. Actual major incidents as well as industry experience will be reviewed in depth to reinforce every topic.
Conference Benefits of Fundamentals of Mechanical Technology
Upon completion of this workshop, the delegates will develop both fundamental and practical understanding of central issues in mechanical engineering as applied in the petrochemical and allied industries.
Conference Results of Fundamentals of Mechanical Technology
The seminar provides a practical introduction to the fundamentals of mechanical engineering thereby developing perspective and focus from a company viewpoint.
Core Competencies of Fundamentals of Mechanical Technology
Delegates will enhance their competencies in the following areas:
- Mechanical design of pressure equipment and piping systems in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations.
- Engineering materials properties and selection criteria for specific applications.
- Identification and assessment of active degradation mechanisms and the failures they may cause.
- An understanding of the various static and rotating equipment used in the petrochemical environment.
- Application of maintenance strategies and philosophies.
- Condition monitoring, inspections and assessments.
Conference Outlines of Fundamentals of Mechanical Technology
Day 1: Introduction & Fundamentals
- Engineering Material Properties
- Stress and Strain
- Fracture failure, Modes, Stress concentration, Fracture toughness
- Fatigue failure, testing and mechanism
- Temperature Considerations and Creep Failure
- Identification of Damage Mechanisms
- Mechanical Design
- ASME & API
- Codes & Standards
- Design for static strength
Day 2: Materials Selection and Inspection
- Materials Selection
- Materials of Construction
- Carbon Steels
- Alloy Steels
- Stainless Steels
- Nickel Based and Titanium Alloys
- Inspection techniques
- Visual
- Penetrant
- Magnetic Flux
- Eddy Current Inspections
- X-Ray & Gamma ray
- Ultrasonics – TOFD & Pulse-Echo
Day 3: Valves, Piping & Fitness for Service
- Valves
- Valve Types
- Valve Characteristics
- Valve Applications
- Valve Selection
- Valve Actuators
- Piping & Pipelines
- ASME B31
- Pipe Types, construction and Schedules
- Steel Pipes
- Welded Types and Sections
- Flanges and Gaskets
- Plastic Pipes, Composite Pipes
- Pipe Coatings and Linings
- Pipe Supports and insulation blocks
- Stress relief in Piping Design
- Pigging
- Water hammer
- Overview of API 570 - Inspection & repair of Pipelines & Piping
- API 579 overview
- Fitness for Service
Day 4: Corrosion
- Corrosion Fundamentals
- Types of Corrosion
- Corrosion Inspection and Monitoring
- Corrosion Minimization
- Coatings
- Inhibitors
- Cathodic Protection
Day 5: Compressors
- Types of Compressors – Reciprocating, Centrifugal and Screw
- Blading and Staging
- Performance Curves
- Compressed Air Usage and instruments
- Glands and Mechanical Seals
Mechanical Maintenance
- Strategies & Philosophies
- Maintenance system optimisation
- Maintenance Management Systems
- Condition Monitoring
- Vibration Analysis
- Shaft Alignment
- Practical Examples
About Cairo
Cairo is a mesmerizing assortment of iconic monuments, bustling markets, and ancient sites encircled by a vast and sprawling metropolis. At its core lies a maze-like medieval quarter. A world away from the modern side of the city, it boasts a seductive blend of intricate mosques, jostling crowds, madrasas, and traditional hammams. No visit could be complete without visiting the awe-inspiring Giza Pyramids that preside over the city's horizon. Whether you come to delve into the city's ancient past, dive into colorful souqs, sip mint tea and contemplate thousands of years of history or explore the city's cosmopolitan side, you'll be left with memories to last a lifetime.
Things to do and places to visit in Cairo
The multi-layered capital of Egypt offers its visitors lively markets, authentic restaurants, and a multitude of ancient sights and archeological findings. Gaze in wonder at the Pyramids, take an awe-inspiring look at Tutankhamen's burial mask, shop for handmade souvenirs in the bazaars or hop on a sunset cruise down the Nile and embrace the sensory overload that is Cairo.
Take a vacation in Cairo and you can:
- Visit the Great Sphinx of Giza, one of Ancient Egypt's great mysteries.
- Explore the ramparts of the Salah El-Din Citadel.
- Join locals drinking coffee at Fishawi Café, one of Cairo's first cafes and most important meeting spots.
- Marvel at the seemingly endless historical artifacts on display at the Egyptian Museum.
- Learn about the Ummayad, Ottoman, and Ayyubbid dynasties and more at the Museum of Islamic Art.
- Haggle for souvenirs and gifts at the Khan el-Khalili souk.
- See one of the world's oldest universities at the Al-Azhar Mosque, one of the city's original mosques.
- Take a tour of the showstopping Giza pyramids.
- Savor local cuisine such as mezze in the old city.
- Wander through the labyrinth-like streets of Coptic Cairo, the city's ancient quarter, and spot Roman relics.