Overhung Pump Repairs

About the Client

Isfahan Oil Refining Company (IORC) is one of Iran’s largest and most strategic refining organizations, playing a vital role in supplying the country’s petroleum products and supporting downstream industries. As one of the first and most diversified refineries in Iran in terms of product portfolio, IORC holds a significant position within the nation’s refining and energy sector. The refinery began its operations in the late 1970s and, following the Islamic Revolution, was completed and commissioned through the expertise and capabilities of Iranian specialists and workforce. Today, the company operates a wide range of processing units and extensive refining infrastructure, responsible for converting crude oil into various petroleum products, including fuels, refined products, and materials required by different industries. In addition to meeting a significant portion of the country’s demand for petroleum products, Isfahan Oil Refining Company plays an important role in supplying feedstock for downstream industries, including petrochemical, lubricant, and related sectors. With its considerable contribution to national petroleum production, the company is recognized as one of the key components of Iran’s oil industry value chain. Focused on improving operational efficiency, advancing technologies, optimizing industrial processes, enhancing safety performance, and pursuing sustainable development, Isfahan Oil Refining Company continues its efforts toward becoming a modern, competitive, and technology-driven refining organization.

Virtual Reality System for Overhung Pump Repairs

The Virtual Reality System for Overhung Pump Repairs allows refinery personnel to familiarize themselves with the process of repairing and maintaining Overhung pumps in a simulated environment. These pumps, commonly used in refineries, may encounter various issues that can affect the performance of refinery units. Such disruptions typically require significant time and cost for repairs, which can be minimized through the use of this software. Users can enter the program to select different operations and face realistic conditions and potential hazards in the simulated environment, allowing them to demonstrate appropriate reactions. One of the advantages of this project is the integration of voice and text assistants to provide better guidance for users.

Simulated Scenarios and Maintenance Operations for OH2 Pump

•    Installation and disassembly of the pump
•    360-degree visualization and detailed breakdown of the pump structure
•    360-degree visualization and introduction to the mechanical seal assembly
•    Troubleshooting and replacement of mechanical seal components
•    Visualization of the pump performance curve
•    Removing the faulty pump from service and returning it to operation
Effectiveness

•    Reduction of maintenance time and costs associated with equipment downtime
•    Improvement of technical skills and operational readiness of maintenance personnel
•    Minimization of disruptions to the continuous operation of industrial units