Steam Systems Training

Join us in our National Training and Technology Center

Hands-on training, expert instruction and state-of-the-art facilities — all designed to help you get the most out of your steam systems.

Watson McDaniel Steam and Condensate Demo at the National Training and Technology Center

2026 Training Dates

Spring
April 23–24 Level 1
May 21–22 Level 1
June 4–5 Level 2
Fall
September 17–18 Level 1
October 29–30 Level 2
November 12–13 Level 1

Training Location

Watson McDaniel National Training & Technology Center
118 Industrial Boulevard
Pottstown, PA 19464
Tel. (610) 495-5131

Hands-on training takes place at Watson McDaniel's state-of-the-art Training & Technology Center featuring classroom instruction and live steam system demonstrations.

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What to Expect

Each 1-1/2 day training is tailored to the audience to maximize their experience in our classroom and state-of-the-art Steam and Condensate Demo with glass heat exchanger, steam traps, and piping.

Regardless of background, each attendee can expect information and discussion as follows:

  • Steam Essentials, including Heat Transfer & BTU's of Latent Heat, Pressure vs. Volume, Velocity & Noise
  • General System Piping Guidelines
  • Discuss Purpose & Selection of Steam Distribution Products such as Drip Steam Traps, PRV's, Separators, Strainers, etc.
  • Process Heat Transfer, including Control Valve Selection, When to Apply Steam Traps or Pump-Traps, and Packaged Heat Exchanger Systems
  • Condensate Recovery with Electric or Pressure Motive Pump Packages
  • Product Hands-On
  • Overview of Watson McDaniel Capabilities
  • Using Available Resource Materials for Reference & Troubleshooting

$ Cost

Training cost is $600 / person, which includes:

  • 2 nights lodging
  • Coffee, beverages, snacks
  • Lunch on Day 1, Dinner/Event after Day 1
  • Training and Materials

Note: Attendees are responsible for airfare/ground transportation to and from the Training Center.

Contact your local Watson McDaniel representative for registration information and to check availability.