17 September 2026 | 08:00 – 15:30

R 3,000 per participant

Learn the fundamentals of safe and efficient pump operation. This practical course covers commissioning, start-up and shutdown procedures, routine monitoring, operational best practices, and basic troubleshooting to help improve
pump performance and reliability.

Designed for technical personnel seeking to strengthen their pump operation and troubleshooting skills.

Future dates in 2026: 29 October | 26 November

The open session will cover: 

• Introduction to centrifugal pump operation
• Pre-commissioning checks
• Commissioning requirements
• Correct start-up procedures
• Normal operating practices
• Safe shutdown procedures
• Routine operating checks
• Monitoring pressure, flow, temperature, vibration, and leakage
• System arrangements and their effect on operation
• Suction and discharge system considerations
• Common operational problems
• Identifying abnormal pump behavior
• Basic pump troubleshooting during operation
• Good operating practices to improve reliability
• Practical examples and 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

 

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.

We can also provide detailed training on specific products, components, and systems, as well as training tailored for operators and maintenance personnel. Such bespoke training can be customized to your requirements and delivered either online or in person. To discuss your specific training needs, please use the contact information provided below.