This class focuses on speed engines and reciprocating compressor fundamentals. It provides a solid foundation to any employee involved in the operation and maintenance of high speed reciprocating engines and separable reciprocating compressors. The class is stimulating and challenging.

The course topics include:

• 4-stroke cycle theory and operation
• Mechanical linkages
  
• Engine packages and manufacturers
• Terminology (peak firing pressure, mean effective pressure, compression pressure, etc.)
• Horsepower, torque, and brake specific fuel consumption
• Bank balancing
  
• Detonation, pre-ignition, misfires, and dead cylinders
  
• Fundamentals of combustion characteristics (the effects of rich/lean, advance/retard, etc.)
  
• Emissions formation theory and emission control technologies
• Compressor horsepower, pressure-volume curves, and rod load
• Unloading devices
• Compressor valves

This class is intended for equipment operators, maintenance personnel, supervisors, engineers, gas controllers, and other personnel responsible for high-speed reciprocating compression equipment. There are no pre-requisites required to attend. This class is offered at the customer's location. (36 training hours)