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Foundation in Pneumatics Foundation in Hydraulics Advanced & Electro Pneumatics Troubleshooting & Maintenance in Pneumatics Further Advanced Electro Pneumatics & PLC Control

Foundation in Pneumatics This programme is designed as a general introduction to pneumatics and aims to familiarise delegates with the design, construction and operation of pneumatic components. This includes the interpretation of circuit drawings and symbols as well as the construction of control systems. A complete overview is given, covering compressors, storage, dryers and distribution as well as the design, construction and operation of actuators, valves and airline equipment. The relevant ISO symbols are introduced and included in the circuit diagrams. Practical sessions allow delegates to put theory into practice. Working from the drawings they have produced, delegates must select the correct components from a range of equipment and build the circuits, making the necessary adjustments for pressure, flow and sequence. A strong emphasis is placed on safety and appropriate working practices throughout the course, especially during the practical sessions. Course Overview Syllabus The air supply - Compressors, storage, ring mains, filters, regulators, lubricators Circuit symbols - A description of symbols to BS2917 and ISO1219 The design, operation and application of pneumatic actuators and valves - including: compact actuators ISO actuators VDMA actuators rod-less actuators cushioning actuators manual valves mechanical valves pilot valves electrically operated valves Pneumatic circuitry theory - Principles of circuit design and designing of basic circuits Target Group Previous Knowledge All personnel involved with the design, installation, maintenance, operation, servicing and buying of industrial pneumatic equipment and basic control systems. General engineering background. Little or no experience in industrial pneumatics is required. General servicing procedures - Correct procedures and testing Fault finding - Including the diagnosis of failure patterns and the use of indicators Practical pneumatic circuitry - Construction of circuits and practical fault analysis Course Duration Course Price 2 Days 495 vat in collaboration with Training Outcomes On completion of the course, participants will be able to: Recognise the construction and application of actuators, valves, filters, regulators, lubricators and associated pneumatic products. Understand the units and measurements associated with compressed air systems. Recognise pneumatic symbols drawn to the relevant standards (ISO 1219). Design and assemble simple applications. Face faulty circuits with confidence.

Foundation in Hydraulics Course Overview This City & Guilds certified course is designed to familiarise delegates with the construction and operation of hydraulic components. Syllabus Investigating the construction and operation of a range of hydraulic equipment, the course covers the fundamental principles of hydraulics as well as the individual components. SI units and conversions Pressure regulation Basic principles and definitions Pilot operated valves Valves controlling pressure, flow rate, sequence and direction of flow are included, and practical exercises are used to demonstrate their operation, based on standard symbol circuit diagrams drawn by the delegates. Maintenance and a systematic approach to fault finding are also covered. Drawing symbols Accumulators The power pack Care of hydraulic oils Pump efficiency test Pipe sizing and installation Pressure limiting valves Maintenance Hydraulic Overview of proportional hydraulics A strong emphasis is placed on safety and appropriate working practices throughout the course, especially during the practical sessions. Particular attention is paid to the storage of pressure with accumulators or suspended loads. Target Group Previous Knowledge All personnel involved with the design, assembly, maintenance, operation and servicing of hydraulic systems. A general engineering background is needed. Training Outcomes On completion of this course, participants will be able to: Understand the principles of hydraulics. Understand the basic functions of hydraulic systems. Understand the functions of valves (flow control, pressure control, directional control and non-return) Recognise circuit symbols and diagrams to ISO 1219. Design and construct basic hydraulic circuits. Understand safe practice. Understand the functions of power packs, pumps, filters and reservoirs. cylinders Directional control valves Motor circuits Valve port labelling Hydraulic motors Flow control, meter-in and meter-out Sequence valves Counter-balance valves Pressure compensated flow control Course Duration Course Price 3 Days 975 vat in collaboration with

Intermediate-Electro Pneumatics For delegates with a basic knowledge of pneumatic control (Thorite Academy - Foundation in Pneumatics) who require a wider practical understanding of signalling and control, incorporating electrical devices. Course Overview Syllabus Recap of pneumatic symbols & logic The programme introduces the various control media used in automation systems and explains the operation of some of the components used to allow the delegates to compare control methods. Development of 2 & 3 cylinder sequence control On completion of the course, delegates will have a further understanding of advanced and electro-pneumatic principles, together with practial experience of the components and their role. Use of switches, relays,sensors in the control Methods for overcoming trapped/conflicting signals Solenoid operated valves. direct and piloted operation Practical exercises to build pneumatic & electro-pneumatic control circuits A strong emphasis is placed on safety and appropriate working practices throughout the course, especially during the practical sessions. Target Group Previous Knowledge All personnel involved in the design, assembly, maintenance, operation and servicing of modern industrial pneumatic equipment. Attendance on our Foundation in Pneumatics course is recommended. Training Outcomes On completion of this course, participants will be able to: Understand methods for overcoming trapped signals in control circuits. Be able to develop a control for sequencing pneumatic cylinders. Be able to read and interpret basic pneumatic & electro-pneumatic circuit diagrams. Understand the function and operation of solenoid operated pneumatic valves. Course Duration Course Price 2 Days 595 vat in collaboration with

Advanced Electro-Pneumatics & PLC Control Electro-Pneumatics and PLC Control is aimed at delegates with an advanced understanding of pneumatic control who require a more complex understanding of signalling and control mechanisms, incorporating electrical devices and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). The course covers the control of pneumatic actuators using pneumatic and electrical signalling devices, together with the use of PLCs. The construction and operation of valves and sensors are investigated and used in the construction of control circuits. Solutions to control problems are written in Ladder Diagram and Statement List format. Circuit diagrams using standard symbols are also developed and used during practical exercises. On completion of the course, learners are left with a comprehensive understanding of various control methods and practical experience of the components and their roles. A strong emphasis is placed on safety and appropriate working practices throughout the course, especially during the practical sessions. Target Group Previous Knowledge All personnel involved in the design, assembly, maintenance, operation and servicing of modern industrial pneumatic equipment. Attendance on our ‘Advanced and Electro-Pneumatics’ course is recommended. Training Outcomes Be able to identify the function of the PLC in the control. Read and interpret basic ladder diagrams. Use timers, internal memory functions, logic functions. Make use of PLC inputs and outputs to assist with troubleshooting control circuits. Course Overview Syllabus Recap solenoid-operated valves, switches & sensors Introduction to the PLC Control of pneumatic circuit using PLC – Ladder Diagram Use of timer functions Use of the PLC for troubleshooting control circuits Review of text-based programming language - Statement List Practical exercises to programme a PLC to control pneumatic circuits Course Duration Course Price 2 Days 595 vat in collaboration with

Troubleshooting & Maintenance in Pneumatics Designed as an introduction to common mistakes, fault finding, maintenance and inefficiency in pneumatics / electro-pneumatics systems. This course gives a comprehensive introduction to identifying components, reading pneumatics circuits and chasing faults, which apply to multiple engineering type roles This foundation of learning will improve your approach to maintenance, dealing with breakdowns efficiently. Practical sessions allow delegates to put theory into practice. Simulating various common problems help delegates understand the reasons and consequences of issues from real life. We aim to ensure an effective transfer of learning, to obtain the skills needed. Course Overview Syllabus Recap solenoid-operated valves, switches & sensors Introduction to the PLC Control of pneumatic circuit using PLC – Ladder Diagram Use of timer functions Use of the PLC for troubleshooting control circuits Review of text-based programming language - Statement List Practical exercises to programme a PLC to control pneumatic circuits Training Outcomes Follow a logical approach to fault finding - Enables participants to establish the root cause of the problem quickly and avoids costly downtime. Eliminate unnecessary checks and replacement of parts - Establishes the root cause quickly and avoids unnecessary component replacement costs. Reduce mean time to repair - Be able to fix faults faster, get machines up and running quicker, therefore reducing downtime. Interpret pneumatic / electro-pneumatic circuit diagrams, chase faults more efficiently - Understand the importance of using a circuit diagram as an aid to fault finding. Maintain pneumatics systems in good condition - Carry out proactive maintenance tasks to extend mean time between failures. Approach breakdowns systematically to find the root cause of the problem - Enables the engineer to find the cause of the failure and to prevent reoccurrence. Understand component functionality to establish if components are faulty or not. Avoids the unnecessary swap out of healthy components during breakdown scenarios. Make correct adjustments to optimise system performance - Improves quality, efficiency and lifecycle of the machine. Understand the relationship between pressure and flow - Solve machine performance issues, explain what to check and adjust, in order to maximise efficiency and productivity. Deal with intermittent pressure drops/fluctuations - Understand how the distribution of air can affect the performance of production lines/machines and how to check for this. Explain common mistakes/faults and the causes/consequences - Enables the sharing of good practice within the production team to reduce common issues. Understand the importance of safe practices - Identify potential hazards and perform safe practice during the fault-finding procedures. Target Group Previous Knowledge Anyone involved within maintenance, production, design, installation, operation and servicing of industrial pneumatic equipment and control systems. Attendance on our ‘Foundation in Pneumatics’ course is recommended. Course Duration Course Price 2 Days 595 vat in collaboration with