FRESNO SEMINARS FALL 2010

Local 39 Union Hall
839 N. Fulton Street
Fresno, CA 93728



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Boiler Operation and Maintenance, Basic

Combustion Basics

Understanding Airflow

Variable Frequency Drives




BOILER OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE, BASIC
1 Session, 8 Hours Total. This seminar will provide a fundamental understanding of Boilers Operation and Maintenance. Instructors will cover interlock and limit controls; discussion of low water, airflow-limits, interlocks, pivot valve train, main valve train, and approved safety controls specifications such as flame detection types. This training will also include safe operating procedures and safety control adjustments. Learn about the Optimizing Chemical Feed Program. Choosing formulas and optimum feed points. Safe handling of formulas will be covered. Hazard concerns will be addressed including reduced handling and improved marking and disposal for boiler chemicals.


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COMBUSTION BASICS

1 Session, 4 Hours Total. This four hour class explores the basics of combustin. Students will learn what combustion is, its casues, how to control it, and the types of air necessary for combustion to occur. Students will also discover the products of combustion in flues and venting systems, and the different types of heating systems that technicians need to understand. The clss will define and discuss several buzz words like "Nox", and also answer questions about "CO" and "CO2", and how they accumulate in stack and flues.

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UNDERSTANDING AIRFLOW EXPANDED HOURS
2-Weeks, 7 Hours Per Session, 14 Hours Total. Each student will receive a 0-2 inch analog magnehelic gauge with a kit and carrying case. Students will be instructed on external static pressure of an air conditioner, as well as how to measure it properly. Topics of discussion will include the conditions that change static pressure and how to use static pressure to troubleshoot your systems. In addition, basic air balancing techniques will be reviewed. Class size is limited to no more than 15 students for quality instruction, so register early!

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VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES
1 Session, 8 Hours Total. This seminar will provide a fundamental understanding of variable frequency drives as applied in HVAC applications. Students will learn how VFDs work and their application on fan motors and pump motors in HVAC systems. How VFDs extend the motor life and reduce maintenance costs will also be presented. Class size is limited to no more than 10 students for quality instruction, so register early!

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