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This hands-on program trains technicians in tube removal, installation, expansion, and testing procedures essential for heat exchanger maintenance in refinery and petrochemical turnaround projects.
The Heat Exchanger Retubing Technician Program trains technicians in practical retubing work, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency. It introduces heat exchanger basics, the role of a technician, retubing workflow, and safety awareness. Tube removal techniques cover mechanical cutting, hydraulic extraction, manual removal tools, and damage prevention. Tube preparation includes cleaning methods, end preparation, dimensional checks, and material handling. Tube installation methods include insertion practices, tube rolling techniques, welding support basics, alignment control, and use of retubing tools such as tube expanders, rolling machines, and measurement tools. Inspection support activities include visual checks, leak identification, NDT assistance, and rectification support. Safety and permit compliance cover confined space rules, hot work precautions, PPE requirements, and emergency procedures. Shutdown execution support includes task sequencing, coordination with supervisors, housekeeping, and time discipline. Quality control awareness covers acceptance criteria, common defects, and rework prevention. Documentation basics and equipment care cover daily tool checks, lubrication, damage reporting, and storage practices.
The module highlights how thoughtful planning can directly improve project quality, reduce accidents, and help projects finish on time and within budget.
Technicians holding RPS certification or equivalent technical qualifications in mechanical trades.
Acquire practical skills in heat exchanger tube removal using cutting and pulling techniques, Develop proficiency in tube installation roller expansion and hydraulic expansion methods, Master tube-to-tubesheet joint inspection and leak testing procedures, Understand heat exchanger construction tube materials and expansion specifications, Improve employment readiness for specialized retubing roles in turnaround maintenance crews
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