Learn How to Design Foundation Under Vibrating Machines

under concrete foundation and steel deck

In most oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, power generation, and heavy industrial projects, vibrating machines such as pumps, compressors, and generator packages are commonly used.

The main objective of this course is to teach you how to design concrete foundations and steel decks that support these vibrating machines. Key topics include:

• Dynamic analysis principles and practical considerations

• How to define the scope of the geotechnical investigation report specifically for vibrating equipment

• Required soil tests and critical soil parameters for foundation design

• What data you need from the machine manufacturer or mechanical engineer to begin your foundation design

We will also present a technical guideline for selecting the dimensions of foundations to ensure a safe and reliable design.

The course will cover:

• Types of vibrating machines, including the difference between the driver and driven machines

• Common practical machine types in the market

• How to design foundations for different machine types (e.g., centrifugal and reciprocating) using preliminary design methods

• Construction requirement for these types of foundation

• Real-world design examples, including:

  • A reciprocating power turbine compressor

  • A reciprocating pump

  • A gas turbine generator installed over a steel deck

This course provides both theoretical background and hands-on practice through realistic examples to prepare you for real project applications.