Event Summary
This introductory course is designed for professionals who are new to the natural gas industry or looking to broaden their technical knowledge. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the different types of gas compressors and how they operate, with a focus on the two most widely used in the industry, reciprocating and centrifugal compressors. The course highlights key components, rating criteria, and practical considerations, while exploring real-world applications across upstream, midstream, and downstream operations. Through industry examples and comparisons, attendees will leave with a strong foundation in compressor technology and its critical role in natural gas systems.
Attendees will receive 1.5 Professional Development Hours (PDH) upon completion.
Who Should Attend
Professionals who are new to the natural gas industry or looking to broaden their technical knowledge.
Meet the Instructor
W. Norm Shade, BME, MSME, PE
An industry veteran with 55 years of gas compression machinery experience, Mr. Shade is a recognized subject matter expert in the industry. His experience ranges from research and development to engineering management to executive management for compression machinery companies. He has written more than 600 published articles and technical papers in addition to two books: Gas Compression: A Primer on Compression Equipment & Technology and Cornerstones of Compression. He is a frequent speaker at gas machinery conferences and is active in GMRC, GCA, ASME, API, and the Coolspring Power Museum.
