Oct 25, 2016 | General
Pumping sets are common but often critical operating assets in the industry. Such pumps often do not have adequate pressure and flow instrumentation that could detect abnormal hydraulic operating conditions. This paper presents field investigations of two submerged vertical pumps with suspected cavitation and flow induced vibrations in a power plant. These pumps had a history of catastrophic impeller failures.
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Oct 25, 2016 | General
This paper presents the details and difficulties on asset management process of power apparatus used in power network. The actual condition of power apparatus is far more important than its age. The regulatory and market forces in the current competitive energy market that are challenging the electric utility require more proactive methods of utility asset management.
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Oct 3, 2016 | Conference
AMPEAK 17 preparations are well underway for April 2nd – 5th in Brisbane which is to be Chaired by Dr Monique Beedles. Information about the International AMPEAK 17 conference themed Global Issues Local Solutions – Advancing the Big Questions in Asset Management can be found on the AMPEAK17 website http://www.ampeak.com.au.
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Sep 27, 2016 | Events
The AMCouncil Asset Management Fundamentals, a one day course, has recently been revised. The AMFundamentals is an opportunity to invest in your professional development and be able to demonstrate fundamental competencies in asset management. Upon completion of the course and passing the online exam participants are automatically awarded certification as a certified assessor in asset management.
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Sep 27, 2016 | Conference
The abstract submission process is open for 2017
We would like to invite professionals, students and organisations from asset intensive industries and academia to apply to present their asset management technical and research developments at AMPEAK Asset Management Conference 2017.
Abstract submission closes on 11th November 2016.
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