Fundamental Hydraulic Theory and Maintenance

3 Day Training

Dates: 14 – 16 September 2024
Locations: Grayston Ridge Office Park, Sandton
Platform: Available In-Class / Online

Price: Available on request

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Course Introduction

Our Fundamental Hydraulic Theory and Maintenance course is designed to equip delegates with the basic foundation knowledge and building blocks that underpin all hydraulic systems. On completion of the Prospen Africa Fundamental Hydraulic Theory and Maintenance course, delegates will receive a broad-base knowledge of hydraulic equipment and will be able to identify symbols and components used in schematic drawings. They will also understand the importance of cleanliness levels, good safety practices and best practices in fault finding techniques and procedures to reduce costly downtime. The course also provides delegates with a greater working expertise and understanding of fluid power systems.

Course Objectives

How the basic hydraulic theories are applied in practice
The importance of good hydraulic filtration techniques
The operation of pressure, flow and directional control valves and the applications in hydraulic circuits
Hydraulic pumps and motors and the control thereof
Hydraulic cylinder construction and good sealing practices
Basics of Fluid Power connectors and hose assemblies, good practice techniques and the different threads found in hydraulics
The basics of hydraulic circuit applications
The different types of hydraulic control systems and the effect on energy usage
Maintenance and troubleshooting techniques

Who should attend?

Those involved in troubleshooting industrial hydraulic equipment at industrial plants, utilities or commercial and private building facilities.

People who will benefit from attending this Fundamental Hydraulic Theory and Maintenance course include:

Plant Managers
Maintenance Managers & Personnel
Filtration, Maintenance & Design Engineers
Millwrights, Pipe Fitters, Plumbers, Mechanics, Machinery Maintenance Mechanics and Electromechanical Repair Technicians
If you are responsible for the ongoing operation of a fluid-power system, or if you manage or train workers who are. This course can show you what you need to know to keep the systems up and running.

Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Basic Hydraulic Theory and Principles

Basic hydraulic theory and physical principles
- Hydrostatics
- Hydrodynamics
Hydraulic Fundamentals
Liquid Characteristics
Transmission of Hydraulic Force
Pressure
Head pressure
Flow
Friction
Volume
Capacity
Velocity
Flow Rate
Heaters and Coolers
Speed
Mechanical Advantage
Advantages and Disadvantages of Hydraulic Systems
Design of a hydraulic system
Comparison of the different energy transfer systems

Basics of Hydraulic Circuit Diagrams

Definition and purpose of Hydraulic circuit diagram symbols
Important Hydraulic circuit diagram symbols
- Hydraulic Pumps and Motors
- Directional Control Valves
- Methods of Actuation
- Pressure Valves
- Flow Control Valves
- Non-Return Valles
- Cylinders
- Transfer of Energy Symbols
- Measuring Devices
- Combination Devices
- Circuit Diagram Tables
- Function Diagrams
Interpreting Diagrams
SI units typically used in hydraulics

Basic Hydraulic Theory and Physical Principles

Principles of hydraulic systems
Power transmission
Pascal’s Law
The hydraulic lever principle
Applying these theories to a hydraulic cylinder
Applications for Hydraulics

Hydraulic Fluid

Introduction to Hydraulic Fluids
Types of hydraulic Flow
Calculation of Hydraulic pump and motor displacement
Flow Rate

Day 2

Fluid Power Connectors and Filtration

Basics of Fluid Power connectors and hose assemblies
Different threads found in hydraulics
Hydraulic filtration and cleanliness control
The importance of good hydraulic filtration techniques

Control, Check, Pressure and Flow Valves

Directional control valves
Check valves
The different types of hydraulic control systems and the effect on energy usage

Practice and Control of Hydraulic Systems

Pressure control valves
- Pressure Relief Valves
- Pressure Reducing valve
- Sequence Valve
- Over-centre valves
Flow control valves
- Slip in cartridge valves
- Manifold Block
- Cartridge Valves
- Cover Plates
- Pilot Valves
- Directional control valve
Proportional Valves
- Directional Control Valves
- Proportional Valves
- Servo Valves