Centrifugal Pump Reliability 101

Practical Solutions Through Fundamentals and Case Studies
1. Auflage 2026
ISBN: 978-1-041-21886-9
Verlag: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 424 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm

Reihe: Reliability, Maintenance, and Safety Engineering

This comprehensive guide addresses the critical elements required to achieve reliable centrifugal pump systems in process industries. Moving beyond isolated pump components, the book takes a holistic approach to pump system reliability, examining the entire ecosystem in which pumps operate. The author draws from decades of hands-on experience to provide a practical framework that bridges theoretical knowledge with real-world application, focusing specifically on roto-dynamic (centrifugal) pumps and the complex systems they inhabit.

Centrifugal Pump Reliability 101: From Failure to Reliability Through Case Studies distinguishes itself from other technical resources; this book delivers exceptional value through its collection of 60 detailed case studies documenting actual pump failures and their resolutions. These real-world examples illuminate the often-hidden root causes of reliability issues that might otherwise take years to discover. The content follows a full lifecycle approach, covering essential aspects from proper sizing, selection, and installation through operation and maintenance. Readers benefit from accelerated learning as the author distills 10-20 years of professional insights into accessible knowledge, teaching them to identify the few critical factors among many variables that most significantly impact pump reliability.

The book serves professionals across the organizational spectrum in process industries—from novice maintenance staff seeking fundamental concepts to experienced reliability engineers hunting for root causes. Project engineers will find crucial guidance on design decisions, while operations managers will understand how their choices affect long-term pump reliability.

Zielgruppe

Professional Training

Autoren/Hrsg.

Riddell, Randy

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Produktionstechnik Fertigungstechnik
• Technische Wissenschaften Technik Allgemein Industrial Engineering
• Technische Wissenschaften Maschinenbau | Werkstoffkunde Produktionstechnik Industrielle Qualitätskontrolle

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Introduction to Pump Reliability. 2. Pump Selection. 3. Pump System Piping. 4. Pump Installation. 5. Pump Suction Problems. 6. Pump and System Performance. 7. Pump Commissioning, Operation, and Troubleshooting. 8. Pump Maintenance. 9. Predictive Maintenance. 10. Pump Reliability Summary – Key Elements.

Über Autor(innen)

Randy Riddell, Reliability Manager, Engineering, Technical Services, ESSITY, USA, is originally from Kossuth, Mississippi, and now resides in Killen, Alabama, where he has built a distinguished career in the paper industry. With over 35 years of industrial experience, Randy has established himself as an expert in maintenance and reliability engineering. A graduate of Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Randy has earned numerous professional certifications, including Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) from the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals (SMRP), Machine Lubrication Technician I (MLTI) from International Council for Machinery Lubrication (ICML), Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) from Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers (STLE), Level 1 Vibration certification, and PSAP Pump System Assessment Professional (PSAP) from the Hydraulic Institute. Throughout his career, Randy has shared his expertise through multiple published articles on industrial equipment reliability and has authored two books. His knowledge and experience have made him a sought-after speaker at industry events, university engineering programs, and the Hydraulic Institute.