Training Services

Hydraulic Analysis Limited offer a number of training courses on basic surge awareness through to advanced hydraulics and software training (in conjunction with our sister company – Simulation Software Limited). The course are normally adapted to the individual needs of a client. Please contact us for details of the costs associated with running a structured training course. We are also happy to visit your offices and carry out a brief presentation outlining our services and capabilities free of charge.

Details of the different generic modules which are available are summarised below (click on the links for further details):

• Surge Awareness
• Basic Operator Training
• Advanced Operator Training
• Troubleshooting

General training can also be undertaken on different types of system to ensure the designer is aware of the hydraulic implications of their materials and equipment selection. A list of some of the more popular topics includes:

Tanker Loading / Unloading Systems

• SIGTTO
• Ship ESD Valves
• Marine Breakaway Couplings
• Offshore (Buoy) Surge Relief
• Loading Arm PERC Valve Closure
• ESD Sequence Optimisation (pump trip settings)
• Intelligent Ship / Shore Links

Water Injection Systems

• High Pressure Systems
• Surge Relief
• Pump Interaction

Firewater Systems

• Jockey pumps
• Pump start-up sequence
• Priming of initially drained pump risers
• Overboard dump valves vs. air release valves
• Dry deluge systems
• Firewater ringmains and helideck

Cooling / Heating Medium Systems

• Heat exchanger tube ruptures
• Burst discs
• Vacuum breakers
• Control valve optimisation