
Working on Flange Connections According to Protocol (SOG)
Target Audience
This flange technician course is designed for industrial employees who are responsible for opening and closing flange connections according to a fixed protocol. This is essential for ensuring safety and accuracy in work environments such as the petrochemical industry and refineries.
Learning Objective
Participants learn to open and close flange connections safely and responsibly, with an emphasis on applying the correct tightening torque according to established protocols.
Theory
Basic concepts of flange connections.
Overview of relevant legislation.
General and specific safety rules.
Technical knowledge of flanges, bolts, gaskets, and assembly materials.
Use of tools and measuring instruments for flange work.
Practice
Safety rules and preparation for flange work.
Correct working posture, use of equipment, disassembling, cleaning, aligning, and tightening flanges.
Inspection and completion of the performed work.
Entry Requirements
Participants must be at least 18 years old.
A valid VCA diploma or SCC diploma is required.
Exam Languages
The exam is available in Dutch and English.
Diploma
Registration in the SSVV diploma register.
Valid for 5 years.
Location
The courses are offered at multiple locations in the Netherlands and can also take place at your own location.

Basic Flange Technician (ELCONY)
Target Audience
This flange technician course is designed for industrial employees who are responsible for opening and closing flange connections according to a fixed protocol. This is essential for ensuring safety and accuracy in work environments such as the petrochemical industry and refineries.
Learning Objective
Participants learn to open and close flange connections safely and responsibly, with an emphasis on applying the correct tightening torque according to established protocols.
Theory
Basic concepts of flange connections.
Overview of relevant legislation.
General and specific safety rules.
Technical knowledge of flanges, bolts, gaskets, and assembly materials.
Use of tools and measuring instruments for flange activities.
Practice
Safety rules and preparation for flange activities.
Correct working posture, use of equipment, disassembling, cleaning, aligning, and tightening flanges.
Inspection and completion of the performed work.
Entry Requirements
Participants must be at least 18 years old.
Exam Languages
The exam is available in Arabic, Bulgarian, German, English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Croatian, Lithuanian, Dutch, Ukrainian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Czech, Turkish.
Diploma
Registration in the ELCONY diploma register.
Valid for 5 years.
Location
The courses are offered at multiple locations in the Netherlands and can also take place at your own location.

Advanced Flange Fitter (ELCONY)
In Compliance with the American Standard ASME Working Conditions Act and ensuring safe working practices.
Target Group
This advanced course is intended for experienced flange mechanics who open and close flange connections according to strict protocols, using hand tools and a mechanical torque wrench. The course covers specific work instructions, the relationship between gasket pressure and bolt forces, misalignment, and the use of lubricants, among other topics.
Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij B.V. Recognition
For VCA-certified companies, employees working on flange connections must have a diploma from the SSVV Training Guide. In addition, the Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij B.V. requires a supplementary diploma recognized by them. ELCONY is a recognized trainer and is listed in the “Werkinstructie Flensverbindingen” of the Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij B.V. This diploma serves as proof of training and must be presented to Nederlandse Aardolie Maatschappij B.V. upon request.
Learning Objective
The goal of this course is to train flange mechanics to open and close flange connections safely and responsibly, using the correct tightening torque in accordance with the applicable protocols.
Theory
Regulations and procedures.
Correct use and identification of flanges, bolts, and gaskets.
Application of mechanical and hydraulic tools.
Correct opening and closing of flange connections according to specified values.
The relationship between gasket pressure, bolt forces, misalignment, and lubricants.
Adherence to the flange protocol.
Practical
Opening and closing flange connections according to the applicable protocol.
Inspecting gasket surfaces and bolts, including the selection of suitable gaskets.
Accurately aligning flanges and measuring any misalignment.
Applying the prescribed gasket pressure, with or without an electronic gasket pressure gauge.
Interpreting measured values such as gasket pressure, bolt force, and misalignment.
Admission Requirements
Participants must be at least 18 years old and have experience in flange assembly.
Exam Languages
The exam is available in Arabic, Bulgarian, German, English, French, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Croatian, Lithuanian, Dutch, Ukrainian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Czech, Turkish.
Diploma
Registration in the ELCONY Diploma Register.
Valid for 5 years.
Prices are excluding VAT.

