Handbook of Pumps and Pumping: Pumping Manual International

by Brian Nesbitt

Overview

Written by an experienced engineer, this book contains practical information on all aspects of pumps including classifications, materials, seals, installation, commissioning and maintenance. In addition you will find essential information on units, manufacturers and suppliers worldwide, providing a unique reference for your desk, R&D lab, maintenance shop or library.* Includes maintenance techniques, helping you get the optimal performance out of your pump and reducing maintenance costs * Will help you to understand seals, couplings and ancillary equipment, ensuring systems are set up properly to save time and money * Provides useful contacts for manufacturers and suppliers who specialise in pumps, pumping and ancillary equipment

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780080549217
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	10/18/2006
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	424
File size:	23 MB
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Table of Contents

The Properties of Liquid. The Flow of Liquids. Pump Types and Classifications. Pumps and Piping Systems. Flow Regulation. Pump Materials. Seals for Pumps. Shaft Couplings for Pumps. Electric Motors for Pumps. Ancillary Products and Services. Testing and Quality Assurance. Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance. Economic Optimisation of Pumps. Pump Choice. Pump Application Examples. Pump Classification Guide. Units in Pump Technology. Guide to Manufacturers and Suppliers. Index.

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A single resource for the world's pump makers and users