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Oliver equipment operator training

Oliver Manufacturing offers online operator training designed to help operators build a solid understanding of gravity separation and the fundamentals of operating Oliver equipment.

Whether your team is new to gravity separation or simply needs a refresher, these instructor-led sessions provide practical guidance on machine setup, basic operation, adjustments, and the factors that influence separation performance.

Led by Oliver equipment specialists, our online training gives participants the opportunity to learn from experienced instructors, ask questions, and better understand how to get the most out of their equipment. It also provides a convenient way for employees across multiple facilities to participate in the same training without the added expense and disruption of travel.

Our online training is designed to cover the fundamentals and is not intended to replace hands-on instruction or in-depth, machine-specific support. For teams needing more advanced operational guidance, troubleshooting, maintenance instruction, or assistance optimizing a particular machine, we recommend scheduling an in-person training session with an Oliver specialist.

Upcoming trainings: 2027 dates coming soon

Who should attend?

This course is designed for:

  • New operators who need a strong foundation in gravity separator operation

  • Experienced operators who want to refresh or expand their skills

  • Maintenance personnel who want a deeper understanding of gravity separators so they can identify problems, troubleshoot performance issues, and support operators more effectively

  • Operations teams looking to establish more consistent equipment setup and operating procedures across multiple facilities

What will you need?

To participate in the online training session, you will need:

  • Computer

  • High-speed Internet

  • Webcam

  • Speaker or headphones

  • Microphone

  • Microsoft Teams

What is included in the online training course?

Topics include:

Gravity separator operating fundamentals

Learn the five key adjustments that influence gravity separation and how to balance them to improve product quality, capacity, and separation accuracy.

Machine-specific operating guidance

Receive practical tips based on your Oliver gravity separator model, application, and operating conditions.

Product flow and plant conditions

Understand how product movement, upstream equipment, feed consistency, and other plant conditions can affect gravity separator performance.

Seed and product characteristics

Learn how differences in seed lots, density, moisture, size, shape, and other product characteristics can influence separation results and machine settings.

Preventive maintenance

Review the components and operating conditions that should be monitored regularly to support reliable performance, reduce unexpected downtime, and extend equipment life.

Prepare for your online training session

The training will be hosted through Microsoft Teams. You do not need a Microsoft Teams account to participate. You can join through a supported web browser or the Microsoft Teams application using the link provided before the session.

Participants who are new to Teams or have not used it recently should test the platform in advance on the same device they plan to use during training.

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Oliver Manufacturing. Almost a century of innovation.

For nearly a century, Oliver Manufacturing has led the way as a gravity separator manufacturer with high-quality products that businesses in the seed, nut, coffee, lumber, recycling, and mining industries can rely on.  We’ve always been committed to combining durability and efficiency in our equipment, and these gravity separators are no different. Contact us today to learn more about how these machines can save you time and money!