Reciprocating Pumps
An overview of reciprocating pumps, focusing on their functionality, types, and applications in chemical and pharmaceutical processing. It covers essential pump properties like priming, pulsed flow, and vapor bubbles, while detailing the operation of piston and diaphragm pumps. Learners will understand how double-acting diaphragm pumps reduce pulsing and the critical safety precautions necessary when handling these pumps. The module is designed to help operators use reciprocating pumps safely and efficiently in a pharmaceutical environment.
Whether for onboarding or annual refresher training, this Module is seamlessly deployable on any LMS and can be tailored to your company’s exact needs.
Duration: 30 Mins
Grade: Core Library
Description
- Understand Pump Properties: Understand key pump properties such as priming, pulsed flow, and vapor bubbles, which are essential for selecting and operating pumps in pharmaceutical processing.
- Identify Different Types of Pumps: Gain knowledge of the main types of pumps used in chemical and pharmaceutical industries, with a focus on reciprocating pumps, including piston and diaphragm variations.
- Understand Reciprocating Pump Operation: Learn how piston and diaphragm reciprocating pumps work, their differences, applications, and the benefits of each type in pharmaceutical processes.
- Identify Benefits of Double-Acting Diaphragm Pumps: Discover how double-acting diaphragm pumps help reduce pulsing and improve flow consistency for specific pharmaceutical applications.
- Apply Safety Protocols: Understand critical safety precautions for operating reciprocating pumps, including proper valve configurations, regular maintenance, and measures to prevent damage and maintain product integrity.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the terms ‘priming’, ‘pulsed flow’ and ‘vapor bubbles’ with respect to pump properties.
- List the three main types of pumps used in pharmaceutical API processing and manufacturing.
- Describe typical uses of reciprocating pumps.
- Explain how a piston reciprocating pump works.
- Explain how a diaphragm reciprocating pump works.
- Describe how a double-acting diaphragm pump reduces pulsing.
- Describe the safety precautions that must be taken when working with pumps.
Keywords
- Double-Acting Diaphragm Pump
- Diaphragm Pump
- Fluid Transfer
- High Pressure
- Maintenance
- Piston Pump
- Priming
- Pulsed Flow
- Pump Operation
- Pump Properties
- Reciprocating Pump
- Safety Precautions
- Static Electricity
- Types of Pumps
- Vapor Bubbles
- Viscous Liquids
Module Features
Animations
Voice Over
Knowledge Checks
Assessments
SCORM/AICC compatible
Full Screen
