Technical Webinars for Skill Development - Basic Program 17

Technical Webinars of IVAMA Association for Skill Development

Basic Program

Skill development is a key strategic focus for organizations seeking to enhance competitiveness and profitability. To support this goal, the Indian Valve and Actuator Manufacturers Association (IVAMA) offers a series of Technical Webinars designed to equip young and mid-level engineers in the Valve and Actuator industry with practical, industry-relevant knowledge.

Webinar 1: Basics of Valves and Pipes:
Brief history of Valves; Basics of Pipes; Different functions of Valves; Basic principles of flow control; Basic types of valves; Valve size and pressure rating; Special and intermediate classes; Definition of Valve terminologies.

Webinar 2: Different Types of Valves and Selection:
Different types of valves: Gate, Globe, Check, Floating ball, Trunnion mounted ball; Butterfly; Plug; Diaphragm; Applicable standards; Advantages and limitations of each type; Basis for selection of particular type of valve.

Webinar 3: Codes and Standards for Valves and Actuators:
Boiler disasters; Boiler codes; Safety and Interchangeability; Standardization bodies; Different end connections; Face-to-face dimensions; Material standards; Standards for valves and actuators; Metrification; Standards for pressure testing; Functional qualification testing; Customers’ specifications; Applicability of standards.

Webinar 4: Materials of Construction for Valve Shell Components:
Engineering materials; Different forms of materials; Advantages and limitations; Pressure containing components; Cast iron, Ductile iron, Carbon steels, Low alloy steels, Alloy steels and Stainless steels; Special and exotic materials; Temperature limitations; NACE Requirements; Selection of materials.

Webinar 5: Materials of Construction for Valve Trim and Sealing Components:
Trim components and codifications as per API; Trim materials; Sealing components – Gaskets and packing; Elastomers and plastics; Temperature limitations.

Webinar 6: Valve Operation:
Manual operation; Indicator; Locking Arrangements; Interlocking; Extension Spindle; Buried Application; Gear Operation and Power operation.

Webinar 7: Pressure Testing of Valves:
Applicable Standards; Shell test; Seat test; Hydrostatic and pneumatic test; Torque test; Supplementary tests; Remote inspection

Dates for the webinars and fee structure are given in the Agenda. Minimum number of participants required to conduct this program is 20 per webinar.