Service Training

Power Up with Industry Experts

At STAMFORD | AvK, we believe high-quality, interactive, and theory-based training is essential for achieving technical excellence, improving operation efficiency, reducing maintenance costs and ensuring maximum up-time.

Our Service Training programmes are designed to introduce, refresh, develop, or expand your knowledge of genuine STAMFORD and AvK alternators—from the fundamentals of generator theory to advanced maintenance and repair techniques.

Choose from a range of established courses, or work with our training department to create a bespoke programme tailored to your requirements, schedule, and location.

Whether you are a service engineer or service manager, our training ensures you stay up to date with the latest alternator and genset technologies through:

  • In-person learning at world-class training centres, or a site convenient for you.
  • Virtual training for maximum flexibility.

Why Train with STAMFORD | AvK?

  • Reduce alternator downtime with expert maintenance knowledge
  • Gain a deeper understanding of the products you support
  • Learn directly from industry experts
  • Combine theory with practical, hands-on training

Service Training is delivered at our training centre, in Daventry, UK. Qualification courses have to be delivered in training centres with training equipment and tooling. Customer familiarization courses can be delivered at customer sites.

Download the training brochure for more course information

Introductory training courses

Fundamentals of AC Generators
3 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basics of AC Generators
A complete overview of alternator operation, including build, ecitation systems, AVR functions, wiring, and troubleshooting.

Inspection and Lite Repair
4 hours | Virtual | No prerequisites
Gain the skills to perform visual inspections, static tests, and basic repairs on LV STAMFORD alternators (S0-S5).

Basics of AC Generators
4 hours | Classroom bespoke course | No prerequisites
Understand generator construction, operation, and excitation systems. Perfect for those new to AC Generator technology. (Online course option only available to STAMFORD | Authorised Dealers)

Specialist training courses

Bearings I
3 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Fundamentals
Learn antifriction bearing theory, maintenance, regreasing, fault diagnosis, and replacement procedures.

Bearings II
4 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basics + Fundamentals + Bearings I
Advanced clamped bearing training for AvK DIG 142 machines, including specialist tools and installation methods.

Sleeve Bearings
3 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendaton: Basics + Fundamentals
Covers servicing, lubrication, assembly, and troubleshooting of DSG and DIG sleeve bearings.

AVR Adjustments
2-4 hours | Classroom bespoke course | Prerequisite recommendation: Basics + Fundamentals
Understanding analog AVR theory, trim setting, and adjustment effects. Prepares you for advanced AVR courses. (Online course option only available to STAMFORD | Authorised Dealers)

STAMFORD Analogue AVR
2 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basics + Fundamental + AVR Adjustments
Hands-on training with MX321TM, AS440, AS480, and other analogue AVR models, including installation and troubleshooting.

Basler I AVR
3 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basics + Fundamentals + AVR Adjustments
Training for DECS 100, 200, and DM110 models, with software interface setup and troubleshooting.

Basler II AVR
3 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basics + Fundamentals + AVR Adjustments
Covers newer DECS 150 and 250 AVR models, with practical connection and troubleshooting exercises.

ABB Unitrol AVR
3 days | Classroom | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basics + Fundamentals + AVR Adjustments
Focussed on ABB Unitrol 1010 and 1020 models, with hands-on software interface use and troubleshooting.

AVR Paralleling
2 days | Classroom (limited venues) | Prerequisite course recommendation: Basic + Fundamentals + AVR Adjustments
Learn synchronisation, load sharing, droop control, and utility paralleling.


Tailored Courses

  • Alternator Overview
  • Construction & Design
  • Internal Components
  • Interaction of Components & Alternator Operation
  • Servicing & Maintenance
  • Bearing Checks and Replacement
  • Fault Finding