Expert Training for
Sustainable Pumping
58 Years in the Industry.
Never Sold a Thing.
WATER PUMPING INSTITUTE teaches pumping systems the way they should be taught — as a whole, not as a collection of parts to sell you.
Our Sustainable Pumping methodology is built on one core principle: total system resistance drives energy consumption. That means we optimise everything — pipelines, pumps, valves, fittings, flowmeters, filters and controls — for minimum losses and maximum efficiency across the full life cycle.
We also tackle long-term pipeline efficiency losses head-on, with real case studies in raw water, recycled water, sewage and sea water. And we run the full 25-year Energy Life Cycle Cost numbers on every single component — not just the pump.
Why does that matter? Because Rob Welke, the man behind WPI, has spent 58 years in the water pumping and hydraulics industry and has never sold a single product. No manufacturer ties. No brand agenda. No one paying him to favour their equipment. That makes WPI one of the most independently credentialled training providers on the planet — and it means every word of this course works for you, not for a supplier.
Our Sustainable Pumping courses are the first in the world to teach professionals how to report water pumping emissions data in compliance with:
International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB)
Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS)
European Taxonomy requirements
Real skills. Real tools. Real savings. Backed by 58 years of product-independent expertise.
“Ive been very proactive with training and have attended multiple courses through ASME and Hydraulic Institute. The big difference with your course is that it is Practitioner based but presented at Professional Engineer level. There’s no other courses that have this unique combination”
Courses Designed for Your Industry
With decades of industry expertise, we provide trusted, independent training for professionals in Water & Wastewater and Irrigation. Our courses focus on real-world applications, equipping you with expert knowledge and exclusive tools to drive efficiency, cut costs, and enhance system performance.
Explore our courses to see how you can apply sustainable pumping principles in your daily work.
Water Supply • Sewage • Water Treatment • Industrial • Building Services • Recycled Water • Storm Water
Sustainable Pumping for Water & Waste Water
Dairy • Perennials • Viticulture • Golf Courses • Hydroponics • Horticulture • Landscaping • Nut Crops • Turf
Sustainable Pumping for Irrigation
Free Tools
Free Tools
Leave Your Course Equipped for The Job
Gain more than just knowledge—walk away with practical tools designed to make a real impact in your daily work. A core part of our training, these exclusive calculators and apps empower you to apply sustainable pumping principles with confidence. Used throughout the course, they become invaluable assets for optimizing efficiency, reducing costs, and making data-driven decisions long after training ends.
Calculator Demonstration
Hydropz - System Design Optimiser
This short demonstration walks through how Hydropz helps engineers and designers make smarter, more sustainable pumping decisions. You will see how the calculator balances pipe capital costs with long term energy use, revealing the true optimal pipe diameter across different life cycles, flow rates, energy prices, and local cost conditions. It is a practical, transparent look at how Hydropz brings sustainable pumping design into a simple, intuitive tool you can use right from your phone.
Download PIPEsuite sample for Free!
Try a sample of PIPEsuite, one of our most popular apps, designed to simplify key calculations for water and piping systems. This free tool includes the Pipe Friction component as an example of what you can expect from the rest of this great suite of apps.
Included Calculators
✔ Pipe Friction – Calculate pressure loss due to friction (Included in Sampler App)
✔ Water Velocity – Determine flow speed within pipes.
✔ Pipe Flowrate – Estimate the volume of water passing through a pipe.
✔ Pipe Diameter – Find the ideal pipe size for a given flow rate.
✔ Pipe Volume – Measure the internal capacity of a pipe.
✔ Water Transit Time – Calculate how long water takes to travel through a pipeline.
✔ Hazen-Williams (H&W) Calculator – Assess pipe flow characteristics.
✔ Flow Converter – Easily convert between different flow units.
✔ Suction Screen Sizing – Select the right screen size for intake protection.
Get access to the PIPEsuite Sampler App plus more with your free WPI Membership.
Meet Your Instructor
Rob Welke has been working in the water pumping and hydraulics industry for 58 years. In that time, he has trained professionals across the globe, built industry-leading tools, and developed a methodology that others are only now catching up to.
He has also never sold a single product — making him one of the most genuinely independent experts in the world.
No manufacturer relationships. No preferred brands. No agenda except yours. When Rob tells you something works, it's because the engineering says so — full stop.
That independence isn't a footnote. It's the foundation of everything WPI does..
“Robert has a knack for detail unlike any I’ve encountered. His ability to cut through peripheral detail to target the fundamental causes enable Rob to fulfil his brief in a timely and thorough manner. What I appreciate most about Robert is that he will not compromise on quality and therefore delivers the best possible outcome. Whatever problem you find yourself with, he will find the optimal solution.”
Course Calendar
Stay up to date with all our upcoming training sessions! Whether you’re interested in Water & Wastewater or Irrigation, or prefer In-Person or Online courses, our Course Calendar gives you a clear view of all scheduled events. Easily browse through our offerings and find the perfect course to suit your needs and schedule.
Why Choose WPI?
Most training in this industry is delivered by people who sell the equipment they're teaching you about. Rob doesn't. He never has.
58 years. Zero products sold. That's not a gap in his CV — it's the whole point. It means you get training built entirely on engineering merit, with no manufacturer pulling strings in the background.
Practical. Independent. Uncompromising. That's WPI.
