Modern Industrial Hydraulic Training

This hydraulic training course is designed to familiarise delegates with the construction and operation of hydraulic components.

Investigating the construction and operation of a range of hydraulic equipment, this hydraulic training course covers the fundamental principles of hydraulics as well as the individual components.  

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.

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.

Special offer - hydraulic training
20% off plus USB memory stick

Call today for your hydraulic training course catalogue and quote internet ref: GP1 to secure:

  • 20% discount off any future hydraulic training course place
  • 2GB USB memory stick containing:
    a quick self assessment tool to determine if you would be best suited to a basic or more advanced hydraulic training course
  • a demo version of FluidSim Hydraulic, circuit simulation software used in our hydraulic training courses
  • animations showing how directional and  pressure control valves work

Call now on 01252 775053 or  e-mail info_gb@festo.com

Target group
Hydraulic training can be important for all personnel involved with the design, installation, maintenance, operation and servicing of industrial hydraulic equipment and basic control systems.

Previous knowledge
A general engineering background is advised but no specific knowledge of hydraulics is needed as this will be covered within the hydraulic training course.

 Hydraulic Training
Syllabus  
  • SI units and conversions
  • Basic principles and definitions
  • Drawing symbols
  • The power pack
  • Pump efficiency test
  • Pressure limiting valves
  • Hydraulic cylinders
  • Directional control valves
  • Valve port labelling
  • Flow control, meter-in and meter-out
  • Counter-balance valves
  • Pressure compensated flow control
  • Sequence valves
  • Hydraulic motors
  • Motor circuits
  • Pressure regulation
  • Pilot operated valves
  • Accumulators
  • Care of hydraulic oils
  • Pipe sizing and installation
  • Maintenance
  • Overview of proportional hydraulics

Training Outcomes

On completion of this hydraulic training course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the principles of hydraulics
  2. Understand the basic functions of hydraulic systems
  3. Understand the functions of valves (flow control, pressure control, directional control)
  4. Recognise circuit symbols and diagrams to ISO 1219
  5. Design and construct basic hydraulic circuits
  6. Understand safe practice
  7. Understand the functions of power packs, pumps, filters and reservoirs

N.B. Course contents are only a guide and will be covered as far as time permits.

Course duration 
This hydraulic training courses takes place over three days and is available in-house or at one of our national training centres. Practical exercises are used throughout the course. Candidates will also use FluidSIM, a Festo software package for the design and simulation of fluid power circuits.

Contact us
To discuss this or other hydraulic training courses contact the business centre on 01252 775053 or alternatively, e-mail info_gb@festo.com

 

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