Pumping Systems
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Pumping System Assessment Tool (PSAT) Training — 2-hour Webcast
Now, in addition to full-day training sessions, ITP offers an introductory, convenient 2-hour Webcast on the use of the PSAT. This session introduces the tool and presents the basics—and the benefits—of using it to target opportunities for energy savings in your plant. This training is for you if your plant is scheduled to receive a Save Energy Now energy assessment, if you are considering applying for one, or if you want a good start in using the tools.
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To sign up for a Webcast, see the Save Energy Now events calendar.
Pump System Assessment — 1-day workshop
Learn more about pump system performance characteristics. This course discusses performance problems encountered in everyday applications. The workshop covers practical issues involved in field measurements of fluid and electrical data and presents the Pump System Assessment Tool (PSAT) used to assess the performance of pump systems. Learn how the software functions, what data is required, how to use the software when measured data are not available, and what the assessment results mean.
See the BestPractices training calendar for upcoming sessions in your area.
PSAT Specialist Qualification — 2½-day workshop
DOE now offers a qualification program for pumping system specialists in the use of its PSAT software. Attendees who successfully complete a PSAT qualification workshop will be recognized as Qualified Pump System Specialists and will receive a certificate from DOE with this designation. Details.
See the BestPractices training calendar for upcoming sessions in your area.