Event Overview
Both reciprocating and centrifugal compressors are widely used in the natural gas industry, yet the specific reasons for choosing one technology over the other are often misunderstood.
This four-part training course provides a comprehensive comparison, covering:
- Key Differences: Understanding the core technologies and their associated equipment.
- Sizing and Selection: Practical guidance on how to properly size and select the right compressor.
- Optimal Applications: Identifying the ideal scenarios for implementing each technology.
- Real-World Analysis: Evaluating the pros, cons, and financial implications through detailed case studies.
This webinar serves as a follow-up to key topics introduced in our three-hour virtual session, “Compressor Technologies.”
Learning Objectives
- Learn the fundamentals of reciprocating and centrifugal compressors
- Solve related problems
- Ask the right questions when designing
- Understand CAPEX vs OPEX cost implications for decisions made
- Manage a design project for a small station, with some help
- Do calculations to size equipment
- Choose what equipment goes with the chosen compression system
- Layout major equipment and interconnecting piping
Who Should Attend
- New engineers looking to enhance their understanding of compressor technologies
- Long time engineers looking to refresh their understanding
- Anyone looking for a high level, value-centric approach to compressor design
Schedule
This workshop will take place on 4 days, 3 hours each day:
- April 7: 1 pm – 4 pm, CT
- April 20: 1 pm – 4 pm, CT
- May 5: 1 pm – 4 pm, CT
- May 19: 1 pm – 4 pm, CT
Meet Your Instructor
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JOSH SHAVER
SR. PROJECT MANAGER, Audubon Companies
Mr. Shaver has 18 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, with experience across OEM, Operator, Owner, and consulting sectors. During this time, he has held the position of Professional Engineer in 21 states, with duties including various degrees of design for elements of mechanical, structural, civil, electrical, automation, and process design, project and construction management, purchasing, and quality control.
Instructional Team
The course draws on expertise, experience, and best practices from senior industry experts who developed the program. Our sincere thanks to the companies and individuals whose time and talent made this workshop possible.
