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Essential Knowledge of Turbo Pumps: 3-Hour Introductory Seminar

The IR Engineer Education Institute is set to host an enlightening seminar focused on turbo pumps, particularly the centrifugal type widely used in industrial plants. This three-hour session promises to systematically cover all critical aspects—from classification, function, performance, flow rates to head curves, specific speed, NPSH, cavitation, thrust, and essential components.

Importance of Pumps in Industry

Pumps play a crucial role in the transportation of water, oil, chemical liquids, and pharmaceuticals. To ensure that plants operate efficiently, maintaining these pumps in optimal condition is vital. However, there is a growing demand among professionals for a succinct understanding of pivotal concepts such as performance curves, total head, NPSH, and cavitation during design, specification writing, and operational management of these systems.

Seminar Overview

Course Title: Fundamentals of Centrifugal Pumps: Quick Mastery Seminar
Format: Online lecture via Zoom
Date: June 9, 2026, from 13:30 to 16:30
Registration Fee: 19,800 yen (tax included)
Instructor: Naruki Yoshikawa (Former Head of Product Development at Ebara Corporation)

Seminar Content

In this seminar, participants will delve into the widely utilized turbo pumps (like centrifugal pumps) from the perspective of practical applications. The course is structured around the following key areas:

1. Basic Classification of Pumps
2. Basic Functions and Characteristics of Turbo Pumps:
- Basic functions and specifications (flow rate and total head)
- Calculation of total head (actual head and system head)
- Hydraulics and efficiency
- Performance curves
- Specific speed
- Rotational speed and performance impact
- Design pressure
- Sizing turbo pumps
3. Cavitation and NPSH:
- Saturated vapor pressure
- Understanding cavitation
- Relationship between cavitation and saturated vapor pressure
- NPSH (Net Positive Suction Head)
- Limits of suction height
- NPSH versus operational flow rate
- Suction specific speed
4. Classification of Turbo Pumps from Structural Perspective:
- Classification by suction equipment type
- Classification by impeller structure
- Casing structure classification
- Selection criteria based on installation constraints
5. Thrust Acting on Pumps:
- Radial thrust
- Axial thrust
6. Key Components of Pumps:
- The three major components
- Bearings
- Shaft seals

Q&A Session

The seminar will conclude with a Q&A segment, ensuring that all participants have an opportunity to clarify any uncertainties they might have.

Target Audience

This seminar is designed for:

• - New employees and young engineers engaged in the operation and maintenance management of plants using turbo pumps.
• - New employees and young engineers in the rotating machinery departments of engineering firms.
• - Individuals involved in pump operations who seek to quickly organize foundational knowledge.

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