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Book Synopsis
Pull up what you need to know

Pumps and hydraulic equipment are now used in more facets of industry than ever before. Whether you are a pump operator or you encounter pumps and hydraulic systems through your work in another skilled trade, a basic knowledge of the practical features, principles, installation, and maintenance of such systems is essential. You''ll find it all here, fully updated with real-world examples and 21st-century applications.

  • Learn to install and service pumps for nearly any application
  • Understand the fundamentals and operating principles of pump controls and hydraulics
  • Service and maintain individual pumping devices that use smaller motors
  • See how pumps are used in robotics, taking advantage of hydraulics to lift larger, heavier loads
  • Handle new types of housings and work with the latest electronic controls
  • Know the appropriate servicing schedule for different types of pumping equipment

  • Table of Contents
    Acknowledgments.

    About the Authors.

    Introduction.

    PART I: INTRODUCTION TO BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PUMPS AND HYDRAULICS.

    Chapter 1: Basic Fluid Principles.

    Chapter 2: Principles of Hydraulics.

    PART II: PUMPS.

    Chapter 3: Centrifugal Pumps.

    Chapter 4: Rotary Pumps.

    Chapter 5: Reciprocating Pumps.

    Chapter 6: Special-Service Pumps.

    PART III: HYDRAULICS.

    Chapter 7: Hydraulic Accumulators.

    Chapter 8: Power Transmission.

    Chapter 9: Hydraulic Power Tools.

    Chapter 10: Hydraulic Cylinders.

    Chapter 11: Control Valves.

    Chapter 12: Hydraulic Control Valve Operators.

    PART IV: FLUIDS, LINES, AND FITTINGS.

    Chapter 13: Hydraulic Fluids.

    Chapter 14: Fluid Lines and Fittings.

    Appendix A: Pump Resources.

    Appendix B: Oils and Fluids.

    Appendix C: Latest Pumps Available.

    Index.

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      Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 29/10/2004
      ISBN13: 9780764571169, 978-0764571169
      ISBN10: 0764571168

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Pull up what you need to know

      Pumps and hydraulic equipment are now used in more facets of industry than ever before. Whether you are a pump operator or you encounter pumps and hydraulic systems through your work in another skilled trade, a basic knowledge of the practical features, principles, installation, and maintenance of such systems is essential. You''ll find it all here, fully updated with real-world examples and 21st-century applications.

      • Learn to install and service pumps for nearly any application
      • Understand the fundamentals and operating principles of pump controls and hydraulics
      • Service and maintain individual pumping devices that use smaller motors
      • See how pumps are used in robotics, taking advantage of hydraulics to lift larger, heavier loads
      • Handle new types of housings and work with the latest electronic controls
      • Know the appropriate servicing schedule for different types of pumping equipment

      • Table of Contents
        Acknowledgments.

        About the Authors.

        Introduction.

        PART I: INTRODUCTION TO BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PUMPS AND HYDRAULICS.

        Chapter 1: Basic Fluid Principles.

        Chapter 2: Principles of Hydraulics.

        PART II: PUMPS.

        Chapter 3: Centrifugal Pumps.

        Chapter 4: Rotary Pumps.

        Chapter 5: Reciprocating Pumps.

        Chapter 6: Special-Service Pumps.

        PART III: HYDRAULICS.

        Chapter 7: Hydraulic Accumulators.

        Chapter 8: Power Transmission.

        Chapter 9: Hydraulic Power Tools.

        Chapter 10: Hydraulic Cylinders.

        Chapter 11: Control Valves.

        Chapter 12: Hydraulic Control Valve Operators.

        PART IV: FLUIDS, LINES, AND FITTINGS.

        Chapter 13: Hydraulic Fluids.

        Chapter 14: Fluid Lines and Fittings.

        Appendix A: Pump Resources.

        Appendix B: Oils and Fluids.

        Appendix C: Latest Pumps Available.

        Index.

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