<p>Engineering consultant McCauley provides assistance for plant engineers and technicians in managing cost-effective steam distribution and condensate systems, accounting for the current government standards requiring reduced toxic waste byproducts. He describes techniques widely used in steam and condensate transport systems for reducing steam waste, fuel consumption, and toxic wastes. Among his topics are system basics, piping structure, layout excavations and enclosures, system protection, thermal insulation, valves and valve drive mechanisms, controls, and metering. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)</p>

Steam Distribution Systems Deskbook

Engineering & Transportation

McCauley, James F.

Engineering

Prentice Hall PTR

This practical handbook is designed to help steam users achieve optimum performance from their steam generation, distribution and utilization systems, and in the process, significantly reduce their operating costs - often by 20% or more - by controlling steam trap related losses. Every aspect of proper selection, sizing, application, operation and maintenance of the multitude of steam trap types is covered in clear, easy-to-understand terms. A full chapter is devoted to steam trap maintenance, covering how to organize an effective maintenance program, and illustrating several simple yet effective troubleshooting techniques which do not require expensive testing apparatus. Also examined is the experience of both utility companies and the U.S. Navy with the controversial "fixed orifice" steam trap. With contributions from four major U.S. steam trap manufacturers, this reference provides a welcome universal source of hands-on steam trap information presented with the user in mind.

The Steam Trap Handbook

Science & Math

Nature & Ecology

PRENTICE/HALL

Fairmont Pr

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