Armstrong University Courses

In this course you will learn:

• What is condensate and how it is formed
• Understand the users of steam and calculate maximum condensate return
• Explore alternative methods to measure or calculate condensate if no data exists
• Methods of returning condensate with pumped or dry-closed systems
• What are the benefits of returning condensate
• Calculate condensate cost with pumped or dry-closed systems
• Understand safety issues related to handling condensate

In this course you will learn about:

• Different types of condensate return including dry closed systems and pumped systems
• Pipe sizing factors
• How to calculate line size and use available tables
• How to calculate back pressures
• Best piping practices for condensate lines

In this course you will:

• Define flash steam and explain how it is formed
• List common applications for recovered steam
• List the basic equipment used with flash steam
• Describe how flash steam is recovered
• Explain how to eliminate flash steam