Pump System Training, Blogs, Training, PSM Newsletter, PSAP | January 19, 2026
The Hydraulic Institute training creates a progressive path that links each stage into a coherent development and certification ladder. This helps individuals grow while giving employers a reliable framework to identify and develop pump system expertise.
PSM Newsletter, Pump System Training, Blogs | March 24, 2025
To successfully achieve PSC Level 1 certification, it is suggested to follow a structured learning path. This article provides a step-by-step guide to help you prepare effectively.
Blogs, PSM Newsletter, Case Studies | December 12, 2024
Overview: During a municipal water pump station upgrade, hydraulic engineers got approval to perform field tests to assess the waterhammer (pressure surge) transients. Surge pressure measurements were taken after an induced pump power loss and subsequent check valve slam. They also developed a computer model to see how well available software could simulate the produced transients. This data was gathered to provide guidance to the municipality on future project work.
Workforce Development, Training, PSM Newsletter, General, Blogs | November 20, 2024
Dr. Julia Day and Shelby Ruiz from WSU's Integrated Design and Construction Laboratory discuss the need for pump-related education in the construction and mechanical plumbing industries, and how to fill that gap.
Blogs, Energy Efficiency, Technical, PSM Newsletter, General | June 26, 2024
This article addresses the induction and synchronous motor technologies found within pumping systems.
Blogs, PSM Newsletter, Case Studies | June 18, 2024
Overview: The Norchester Pump Station was rebuilt in 2016 with dedicated dry weather and wet weather pumps. Between 2016 and 2018, the dry weather pumps required more than 5,000 hours of labor and $20,000 in parts for corrective maintenance due to pump ragging and pump failures. These pumps were replaced with smaller, properly sized pumps in late 2018 and have operated without significant issues since saving time and labor and increasing the reliability of the station.
Water/Wastewater, Blogs, Energy Efficiency, PSM Newsletter | May 22, 2024
For utilities to mine energy efficiencies while optimizing their clean water pump systems, they must take the following steps.
Blogs, Pump System Training, General, Technical, General Industrial, Workforce Development, Training, PSM Newsletter, Membership | March 28, 2024
With a primary focus on addressing the unique needs of the end-user community, the Training Partner Program was developed to support organizations not eligible for HI Membership who had a need for introductory and fundamental training.
Workforce Development, Training, PSM Newsletter, Pump System Training, Blogs, General, Commercial Building, Technical, General Industrial | March 28, 2024
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, US employers are looking to fill 8.9 MM open jobs as of January 2024, which is a slight improvement from the 10.4MM openings the prior January. With about 1.1 MM of these openings in construction, manufacturing, and mining, it illustrates the continued need of manufacturing and construction companies to focus on transferring knowledge from their aging workforces and bring new hires up to speed on the fundamentals so that they can focus on the higher-level job specific training.
PSM Newsletter, General, General Industrial, Blogs, Technical, Workforce Development | March 28, 2024
The pump and fluid handling industry is not immune to the workforce challenges facing other industries. To address this challenge, the Hydraulic Institute and Pump Systems Matter have aligned its focus on a strategic direction to: 1. publicize the vital and important role of pumps in society and attracting talent to the industry 2. develop standardized introductory and fundamental training 3. developing fundamental level certifications.
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