Vilter Industrial Solutions Training
Build the knowledge and confidence to operate, maintain, and optimize Vilter systems.
Hands-on training built for real-world performance
Vilter training programs combine classroom instruction with hands-on learning to help operators, technicians, and contractors build practical skills they can apply immediately in the field. Led by experienced Vilter engineers and service professionals, multi-day courses cover compressor operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and system best practices through real-world demonstrations and equipment interaction. Just as valuable, participants learn alongside peers from across the industry by sharing experiences, discussing common challenges, and exchanging practical solutions they can take back to their own facilities.
Single Screw RNG Gas Compressor Training
Gain practical knowledge from Vilter engineers on the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Vilter single screw gas compressors. Through classroom instruction and hands-on equipment experience, you'll learn how to improve reliability, diagnose issues faster, and confidently service gas compression systems in demanding industrial applications.
What You'll Learn
- Gas compression principles and single screw technology
- Compressor package design and operation
- Oil selection and management
- Controls, panels, and startup procedures
- Maintenance and troubleshooting techniques
- Hands-on compressor teardown and rebuild
Complete this two-day course with 16 professional development hours and the confidence to safely maintain and service Vilter gas compression equipment.
Single Screw Refrigeration Compressor Training
Develop the skills needed to keep industrial refrigeration systems operating at peak performance. Led by experienced Vilter engineers, this course combines classroom instruction with hands-on exercises covering compressor operation, controls, maintenance, and preventative service practices that help maximize uptime.
What You'll Learn
- Single screw refrigeration compressor technology
- Refrigeration oils and oil cooling methods
- Vission 20/20 controls
- Motor starters and electrical components
- Preventative maintenance and troubleshooting
- Hands-on compressor teardown and rebuild
Earn 16 RETA professional development hours while building the confidence to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot Vilter refrigeration compressors.
Reciprocating Refrigeration Compressor Training
Master the operation and maintenance of Vilter reciprocating refrigeration compressors through instructor-led classroom sessions and hands-on mechanical training. Learn proven service procedures, startup techniques, and troubleshooting methods that help improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
What You'll Learn
- Reciprocating compressor technology
- Refrigeration oils and lubrication practices
- Controls and system operation
- Belt and coupling alignment
- Startup procedures and preventative maintenance
- Hands-on compressor teardown and rebuild
Complete this two-day course with 16 RETA professional development hours and gain practical experience you can immediately apply in the field.
Advance your skills. Maintain your certification.
Maintain your RETA certification while building practical skills you can apply immediately on the job. Vilter training courses are recognized for 16 RETA Professional Development Hours (PDHs) helping certified industrial refrigeration professionals complete two-thirds of the 24 PDHs required for certification renewal every three years. Learn from experienced Vilter engineers while making meaningful progress toward your professional development goals.
Talk with a Vilter training specialist
Have questions about upcoming courses, registration, or which training is right for your team? Send us an email and a Vilter training specialist will contact you with the information you need.
FAQs about Vilter training
How can I schedule training with Vilter?
Visit Vilter Training to register for an upcoming Vilter training. If there is not training available that you are looking for, email Marija.Rosga@copeland.com.
How do I tell my boss I want to attend a Vilter training?
Position training as an investment that helps reduce downtime, improve maintenance efficiency and extend compressor life while earning RETA Personal Development Hours (PDHs).
Key talking points to bring to your manager:
- Vilter training qualifies for RETA Personal Development Hours (PDHs)
- Hands-on teardown and reassembly skills reduce future service call frequency
- Vission 20/20 controls knowledge supports better day-to-day system optimization
Why should I attend a Vilter training?
Vilter training builds the technical confidence to service, maintain and optimize single screw and reciprocating compressors correctly. Led by Vilter engineers, courses combine hands-on teardown and reassembly with controls instruction, giving you skills that directly improve facility uptime and reduce unplanned maintenance costs. Professionals who complete Vilter training leave with:
- Practical techniques for compressor inspection and maintenance
- Working knowledge of the Vission 20/20 control platform
- Time-saving methods that reduce equipment downtime on the job
Does this qualify for professional development hours?
Yes. Vilter training qualifies for Personal Development Hours (PDHs) applicable toward RETA certification. This makes attending a Vilter course a recognized step in maintaining your professional credentials and ensuring compliance with industrial refrigeration industry standards. RETA certification is an established benchmark for refrigerating engineers and technicians. PDH-eligible training ensures your participation directly advances your professional standing.
What do Vilter trainings cover?
Vilter training courses cover the teardown, reassembly, operation and maintenance of Vilter single screw and reciprocating compressors. Instruction also includes the Vission 20/20 control platform, proper oil management and time-saving techniques for compressor inspection, servicing starters and variable frequency drives.
Topics covered across Vilter training programs include:
- Single screw (VSS and VSM) and reciprocating compressor teardown and reassembly
- Vission 20/20 controls review and optimization
- Oil management best practices
- Starter and VFD operation for compressor systems
When do Vilter trainings occur?
Vilter training sessions are held periodically throughout the year at the Vilter manufacturing facility in Cudahy, Wisconsin. Training is also available on demand through virtual formats.
How often does Vilter offer trainings?
Vilter offers training sessions multiple times throughout the year, with both in-person events at its Cudahy, Wisconsin facility and on-demand virtual courses available year-round. Specific dates vary by course type, including separate sessions for single screw, reciprocating and gas compressor training. Fill out the form above to register your interest in Vilter training and to be notified when new session has become available.
How many people typically attend a Vilter training?
Vilter training sessions are structured to maintain a focused, hands-on learning environment. Courses are designed for distributors, contractors, facility managers and operators, and class sizes are kept manageable to ensure every attendee gets meaningful time working directly with compressor equipment and instructors. Smaller cohorts allow for direct engagement with Vilter engineers and certified trainers, maximizing the practical value of the teardown and reassembly components of each course.
Can I attend multiple Vilter training classes?
Yes. Vilter offers distinct training courses covering single screw compressors, reciprocating compressors and gas compressor systems, and professionals can attend more than one. Expanding across course types builds broader technical competency across the full Vilter compressor portfolio.
Attending multiple courses is especially valuable for:
- Technicians servicing facilities with both screw and reciprocating compressor systems
- Contractors seeking comprehensive Vilter product expertise
- Professionals pursuing advanced RETA PDH credits across multiple training events
Who leads Vilter training courses?
Vilter training is led by certified Vilter engineers and service technicians with direct expertise in single screw and reciprocating compressor systems. Instruction comes from professionals with hands-on experience servicing, maintaining and operating Vilter equipment across refrigeration and oil and gas applications. This direct access to factory-level expertise ensures training content reflects real-world service conditions, current best practices and the latest updates to the Vission 20/20 control platform.
