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Nick Ahrens and academy visitors in a factory

14 September 2026 | 08:00 – 15:30

R 3,000 per participant

Gain a practical understanding of centrifugal pump technology, hydraulic principles, pump performance, and material selection. Through practical examples and technical discussions, this course explores pump operation, performance characteristics, pump selection considerations, and common factors affecting reliability and efficiency in real-world applications.

Designed for technical personnel seeking to strengthen their knowledge and skills in pump operation and performance.

Future date in 2026: 23 November


The open session will cover: 

  • Overview of centrifugal pump technology
  • Centrifugal pump types and configurations
  • Main pump components and their functions
  • Principles of centrifugal pump operation
  • Hydraulic principles affecting pump performance
  • Flow, head, pressure, power, and efficiency
  • Understanding pump curves
  • System curves and operating points
  • Basic pump selection considerations
  • Material selection for centrifugal pump applications
  • Effects of fluid properties on pump performance
  • Common performance-related problems
  • Practical examples and technical discussion
  • Questions and answers


Please register for our seminar by clicking the 'Register here' button below. You will receive your confirmation and registration information thereafter. 

Time: 8:30am to 3:30pm (SAST)

Duration: 7 hours

 

Rohan Dreyer

Meet your presenters

Rohan Dreyer is a Senior Field Service Engineer and Technical Trainer with 16 years of experience in pumps, rotating equipment, commissioning, and failure investigation. Since joining Sulzer Pumps in 2017, he has also specialized in lifting and rigging. Previously, he worked as a Turbine Plant Engineer at a major power station, focusing on critical pumps, corrosion planning, feedwater heating, and incident investigation.



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