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For more than two decades, the Beginning AutoCAD(R) Exercise Workbook has been THE definitive tutorial for those learning and teaching about the CAD software. And as the AutoCAD package has continued to improve, so has this work, with better graphics, enhanced standard features (such as "CAD Tips" and side-by-side inch/metric measurements), and additional practical exercises. AutoCAD 2020 is packed with new features. The Exercise Workbook shows users and instructors how to unleash the power of AutoCAD with easy-to-follow lessons and tutorials on the many tools and commands available to create, tweak, and perfect a drafting, drawing, design, or 3D printed final product. Visual learners will be especially pleased with the heavily illustrated format, and the way the authors' lessons and exercises progress seamlessly from the basics to more sophisticated projects. For users of AutoCAD(R), there is simply no better resource on the market.

The Modern Pipefitter’s Manual contains technical and practical information regarding pipe history, pipe characteristics, materials, fittings, connections, valves, joining, and installation methods. It also addresses the laying lengths of piping, valves, and connections that are critical when planning piping layout.       This new work uses some of the most tried and true information, charts, and tables found in Industrial Press’s seminal resource, the Pipefitters Handbook, but has reorganized, redrawn, updated and modernized them to be more appropriate and in-line for modern day users.      Questions at the end of each chapter help readers learn and understand the most essential material and are similar to those found on a typical pipefitting certification exam. Useful Appendix materials include more reference data, answers to the exam questions, math and conversion factors, and specific tables and charts for pipe, water, and metal.      Packed with all these extensive, educational features, the Modern Pipefitter’s Manual is an unparalleled resource for pipefitters at all levels of experience.           Features Incorporates the useful Pipe Trades Pro calculator (available for purchase together with the book from Industrial Press) throughout the work to help users get fast and accurate solutions that help them save time and reduce material costs.Suggests simple calculations for pipe lengths, offsets, weight and volume, flow rates, pressure, area, and more.Perfect for those studying for certification exams, designers, operations professionals, in addition to pipefitters working in the field.

This is a pocket-size reference that has all the fundamental data that engineers need in their daily work. It includes taping and drilling charts, hole coordinate charts with common sizes already worked out, speeds/feeds, material specs, drawing symbols and standards, CNC machine codes, plus much more. This book is also a very useful reference for students in engineering and drafting programs. It also covers: Mathematical Formulas and Measurement; Screw Thread Charts and Tapping Drill Sizes; Fasteners; Allowances and Tolerances; Drawing Standards; Computer Numerical Control; and, Conversion Factors and Equivalent Charts.

This new guide takes an analytical approach by using step-by-step universal methodologies to solve problems of motion in Mechanical and Industrial engineering. This is a very useful guide for students in Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, as well practitioners who need to analyze and solve a variety of problems in dynamics. It emphasizes the importance of linear differential equations of motion, using LaPlace Transform, in the process of investigating actual problems. It includes numerous examples for composing differential equations of motion.

Based on real-world experience this invaluable guide and reference tells the whole story of maintenance planning from beginning to end in a concise and easy-to-follow manner. Written by well-known professionals this new edition focuses specifically on the preparatory tasks that lead to effective utilization and application of maintenance resources in the interest of the reliability essential to business objectives. It comprehensively examines the job preparation process from job scoping and planning, to determination of material requirements, estimation of labor requirements and job duration, coordination of all involved parties, and job scheduling. And it includes essential metrics for measuring performance of all contributing functions. It is a vital training document for planners, an educational document for those to whom planners are responsible, and a valuable guide for those who interface with the planning and scheduling function and are dependent upon the many contributions of planning and scheduling operational excellence.  Expanded coverage of the proactive culture and environment that senior management must nurture throughout the organization, and the essential supportive roles of other functions essential to the preparatory process.A new chapter that enumerates prerequisites to effective Planning, Coordination and Scheduling.The Scheduling chapter has been expanded to include a debate comparing two popular approaches to the scheduling and achievement of Schedule Compliance.The Material Support chapter is significantly expanded.  What is Planning and Why Plan Maintenance Jobs? Selling, Planning & Scheduling to Management and Operations Understanding the Nature of Maintenance Activities Where Planning Fits Into Good Maintenance Practices Managing the Planning & Scheduling Function Backlog Management Sizing the Maintenance Staff The Planning Process (Micro) Detailed Planning Process Parts and Equipment Estimating, Crew Size & Manpower Requirements Analytical Estimation and Slotting Coordination with Operations. Scheduling Maintenance Work Job Execution and Feedback Job Close Out and Follow Up Planning and Scheduling Metrics Planning Major Maintenance Shutdowns and Management of Projects Management of Projects and Major Maintenance Shutdowns The Job Using CMMIS to Aid Planning and Scheduling Appendix

An excellent overview of all standards for users and producers of fasteners and equipment designers who must specify fasteners.

Written by a user for users, this unique book is designed for all managers who have been given the difficult task of bringing change to their organizations and making it stick. Drawing on his wealth of practical and proven experience, Thomas identifies and explains the eight key elements of changeleadership, work process, structure, group learning, technology, communications, inter-relationships, and rewards. He demonstrates that these elements are interrelated, and that they constitute a Web of Change. Thus, if one element is changed, its impact on the others must be understood and adjustments must be made to the entire system.

The field of maintenance is hard to approach because the language is strange. Now in its second edition and written by a highly acclaimed maintenance professional, this comprehensive and very user-friendly resource introduces the fundamentals of maintenance and allows the outsider to understand the jargon. This revision of a classic has been thoroughly updated to include advances in technology and is sure to be found useful by maintenance professionals everywhere. It offers a complete survey of the field, an introduction to maintenance and a review of maintenance management. It provides a manual for cost reduction and a primer for the stockroom. It includes a training regime for new supervisors, managers and planners.

Divided into three basic sections, this unique resource provides a hands-on approach to implementing Lean manufacturing, pointing out the stumbling blocks and pitfalls to avoid. Its goal is to help American manufacturing more effectively go about the task of making Lean a viable process. The significance of the work is that, if followed, it could change the entire course of how Lean Manufacturing is implemented in the United States and help manufacturing, in general, to become more competitive on a world wide scale. The first section addresses the typical difficulties that manufacturing operations in the United States have with the implementation of Lean Manufacturing - pointing to three basic issues which if addressed and resolved, would serve to move the process forward in a much more rapid and effective manner. The second section focuses on how to fully resolve the issues noted and details four levels of Lean Implementation and how they can be measured, in terms of progress. The third section deals with the more advanced aspects of Lean Manufacturing, including such things as how to engage administrative and supporting functions in the process (Accounting, Materials, Sales and Marketing, etc.); how and why to perform a Core Process Analysis (in order to decide which processes should be considered for outsourcing); how to incorporate 'Owner-Operators' in the process; and, the importance of 18 month rolling implementation plan and more. It is sure to be found useful by manufacturing executives and managers at the factory level, as well as students in a Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering curriculum. This title provides readers with a clear path to inserting Lean in a manufacturing operation and a step by step approach to getting there. It includes numerous charts, graphs and window diagrams associated with the 'how to' - along with specific training and schedules. It offers some unique insight into where Toyota placed a very important focus verses what is typically understood and/or accepted as the general path of implementation it took. It contains a list of important 'Key Reflections' at the end of each chapter.

Reliability is dependent upon shared understanding and beliefs. Managers at all levels must understand how their decisions and directions often impact adversely the ability of their organization to achieve and perpetuate Reliability...thereby undermining realization of broad business objectives. This book identifies and explores fifteen cultural obstacles commonly encountered by most organizations in their pursuit of World-Class Reliability. The intent is to provide senior management with a wake-up call. They must address the identified obstacles the people they have charged with pursuit of reliability (middle managers, engineers and functional specialists) can be successful. Otherwise, senior management is its' own worst enemy. It is a must-read for Senior Managers at all levels (Corporate to Plant and within Plant at Departmental levels). It examines the larger issues (culture, leadership, commitment, and consistency) that functionaries cannot overcome without strong senior management involvement. It focuses on the managerial leadership, cultural change, organization-wide commitment, and perseverance required to transform the operational environment from reactive to proactive. It uses illustrations to visually convey Principles and Concepts of Maintenance/Reliability Excellence. It includes appendices that provide generic tools and plans used to drive the essential change.

The use of computers for engineering design, and in CNC for manufacturing, has dramatically changed the cam design and manufacturing process. Additionally, cam design and manufacturing have been affected by a significant number of fundamental research results published in recent years. This new edition offers changes which have been made throughout the book to update its information with the latest technology from the engineering literature and from the author's research and that of his students. Beginning at an introductory level and progressing to more advanced topics, this it provides all the information needed to properly design, model, analyze, specify, and manufacture cam-follower systems. It is truly a comprehensive resource that brings together up-to-date cam design technology, correct design and manufacturing procedures, and recent cam research results-all in one volume! Additionally, this unique book is accompanied by a 90-day trial demonstration copy of the Professional Version of Dynacam. Written by the author and used worldwide, this program solves the equations described in the book and allows in its fully licensed version the design, dynamic modeling, analysis, and generation of follower center, cam surface, and cutter coordinate data for any cam. It also defines conjugate cams for any application. It includes a completely rewritten and updated chapter on splines, along with a discussion of shape-preserving splines as currently used for automotive valve-train cams. It features added coverage of multi-degree of freedom models and of followers with deliberate impact events within the chapter on dynamic modeling. It covers Globoidal cams in several chapters. It provides a definitive solution to the torque compensation cam design problem.

Mechanical Properties of Steel HardnessCarbon SteelsAlloy SteelsStainless SteelsTool SteelsCutting Tools Materials High Speed SteelsCemented CarbidesCermetsCeramics  Polycrystalline Cubic Boron Nitride (PCBN)Machining Recommendations Depth of Cut and Feed RateCutting Speeds for Carbon SteelsCutting Speeds for Alloy SteelsCutting Speeds for Stainless SteelsCutting Speeds for Tool SteelsMachining Power Metal Removal RateUnit Power and Power ConstantCalculating Required Machining PowerAppendix 1: Hardness ConversionAppendix 2: Carbon SteelsAppendix 3: Alloy SteelsAppendix 4: Stainless SteelsAppendix 5: Tool SteelsMachining is one of the most important manufacturing processes, which remove unwanted material in the form of chips from a workpiece. Material removal operations are among the most expensive; in the U.S. alone, more than $100 billion were spent on machining in 1999. These high costs put tremendous economic pressures on production managers and engineers as they struggle to find ways to increase productivity.Machining recommendations provided in this book cover turning since it allows removing more material per unit of time and consuming more power at the roughing operations than end milling, boring or drilling. Machining recommendations relate to cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cuts. Such recommendations depend on the workpiece material properties and the cutting tool material. Workpiece materials described in this book are the most commonly used grades of carbon, alloy, stainless, tool, and maraging steels. Cutting tool materials are cemented carbides, cermets, and ceramics.Describes hardness, tensile strength, and machinability of steels-the major mechanical properties. These properties are taken into consideration when selecting machining parameters.Features machining recommendations for turning that provide the cutting speed values based on Brinell hardness numbers, the depth of cut, and feed rate in relationships with the type of steel. Summarizes numerous calculations in five appendices.

This collection of priceless tips, tricks, skills, and experiences from a veteran of the trade is presented in a way that captures the attention of users and engages them in the process of furthering the art. It includes shop-tested descriptions and illustrations of creative and unique skills and observations from almost 40 years in the metalworking trades. What's more, it offers enough material from several metalworking trades to start a great research and development shop. It is sure to be a valuable and time-saving resource for anyone involved in the fabrication of metal. The book is written by a shop peer from the perspective of having done the required work. It includes nearly 1,000 full-color photos, as wells as numerous illustrative stories that help users easily understand the material presented and the techniques provided. It contains a chapter on flame straightening techniques; offers many examples of special workholding techniques; and covers crossover skills like welding/machine, sheetmetal/welding, and design/management.

Written for anyone in a leadership position, this book takes readers on a journey from uncovering waste, designing projects to address the waste, selling the projects to management, and delivering the projects. It covers TPM effort, storeroom, work orders, computer systems, a nd more.

Unlike any other book, this practical and proven guide will provide you with a foundation for determining causes and remedies for warpage in titanium alloy part fabrication. It discusses methods for straightening titanium alloy and describes criterion for selecting the most appropriate straightening process. You’ll never have to fight distortion or throw away warped titanium parts again!Unlike any other book, this practical and proven guide will provide you with a foundation for determining causes and remedies for warpage in titanium alloy part fabrication. It discusses methods for straightening titanium alloy and describes criterion for selecting the most appropriate straightening process. You’ll never have to fight distortion or throw away warped titanium parts again!  FEATURESDiscusses in detail the causes of warpage of titanium alloy airframe parts.Provides proven steps that can be taken to prevent warpage.Offers recipes for straightening titanium parts—straightening in a gas furnace, straightening in an electric furnace, straightening in a vacuum furnace, straightening cold, straightening by shot peening, straightening using blacksmithing techniques.Discusses in detail the causes of warpage of titanium alloy airframe parts.Provides proven steps that can be taken to prevent warpage.Offers recipes for straightening titanium parts—straightening in a gas furnace, straightening in an electric furnace, straightening in a vacuum furnace, straightening cold, straightening by shot peening, straightening using blacksmithing techniques. CONTENTSIntroductionBackground Problem Purpose Scope and Limitations of Report Order of Reporting Chapter 1: Causes and Prevention of Warpage Purpose Coverage and Limitations Three Areas of Stress Short-Term Solution (Straighten Part) Long-Term Solutions Summary Chapter 2: Methods (Recipes) for Straightening Background and General Definitions Specific Purpose of this Chapter Order of Discussion Limitations Definitions and General Information Specific Methods and Processes for Straightening Parts (The Recipes) Summary Chapter 3: Overall Summary Index

In Improving Maintenance and Reliability through Cultural Change Steve Thomas explains to middle managers in the manufacturing and process industries how to improve maintenance and reliability performance at the plant level by changing their organization’s culture. In so doing he demystifies the concept of organizational culture and links it with the eight elements of change: leadership, work process, structure, group learning, technology, communication, inter-relationships, and rewards. He goes on to effectively demonstrate how to break the cycle of failed improvement programs and instead use cultural change to help make significant and lasting improvements in plant performance.    Contains exercises that will provide an in-depth understanding of the material as it relates to the specific circumstances of your organization.Logically organized, so that the workbook chapters complement the corresponding chapters in the book.Works as an effective group-learning tool to use with your peers and managers to help you collectively think about the book’s key concepts and relate them to your efforts.Provides chapter summaries through definitions, charts, and lists.Includes valuable forms that can be copied and used to work through the change process.Contains numerous writing exercises, checklists and work activities, helping to clarify the issues that exist within your organization.Includes an ongoing case study that simulates the change process.The BeginningCulture DefinedVision and the Goal Achievement ModelOrganizational ValuesRole ModelsRites and RitualsThe Culture InfrastructureThe Elements of Change LeadershipWork ProcessStructureGroup LearningTechnologyCommunicationInterrelationshipsRewardsThe Web of Cultural ChangeAssessment and Corrective ActionMoving ForwardAppendixBibliographyFigure IndexIndex

Written with the intention that users can learn CATIA V.5 R15 on their own with little or no outside help, this unique reference provides step-by-step instructions along with numerous illustrations. It will provide a self-guided learning experience using CATIA V.5 R15. It is an excellent resource for anyone enrolled in Engineering Technology programs and professionals interested in learning CATIA V.5 R15.  Provides step-by-step instructions along with numerous illustrations.Commands are shown in bold for those who would rather not read every word of instruction.Includes graphic illustration for each step for those who would rather learn visually.Contains small notes on most illustrations to further clarify instructionsCONTENTSGetting Started Create a simple sketch using Sketcher Workbench commandsDimension a sketch using the Constraint command Extrude a sketch using the Pad command Create a fillet using the Edge Fillet command Create a hole using the Extruded Cut command Create a counter bore using the Hole commandLearning More Basics Revolve a sketch using the Shaft command Create a hole using the Extruded Cut command Create a series of holes using the Circular Pattern commandLearning to Detail Part Drawings Create an Orthographic view using the Drawing commandsAdvanced Detail Part Drawings Create an Auxiliary View using the Drafting commandsCreate an Offset Section View using the Drafting commands Dimension views using the Forced Vertical Dimension in View commandCreate Text using the Drawing Annotation commandsLearning to Edit Existing Solid Models Edit the part using the Edit Sketch command Edit the part using the Edit Pad commandAdvanced Design Procedures Learn to use the Front, Top, and Right Planes Learn to use the Wireframe viewing commandLearn to project 3D Elements on to a new sketch Learn to use the Shell commandIntroduction to Assembly View Procedures Learn to insert existing solid models using the Assembly commandsLearn to constrain all parts using the Constraint commandLearn to edit/modify parts while in the Assembly commandLearn to manually simulate motion

Overview Guide to Hard Milling and High Speed Machining is a continuation of author's first book, Hard Milling & High Speed Machining: Tools of Change. The intial book featured different cutters developed for hard milling and high speed machining.  In this current guide, you will find yet more variables associated with the process. In Guide to Hard Milling and High Speed Machining, six machine manufacturers are covered in the first six chapters: Mikron, Okuma, Yasda, Roku Roku, Johnford and Moore. Each chapter explains the different approaches to building machines for this process.Also covered are two holder manufacturers, Heartech Precision and Big Kaiser, and one probe and laser manufacturer, Blum. Furthermore the author includes some of his most recent development work done on hard-to-machine materials and new cutters on the market today.It is certain that when you read this book you will become more aware of the people and companies involved in developing their products for this process. By working with these companies, you will learn what it takes to implement hard milling and high speed machining into your shop.The NTMA has the honor of working with some very talented and knowledgeable individuals, organizations, and institutions. A shining star among these partners is Dale Mickelson. Dale’s knowledge of all the machining variables, in combination with his database of real world test results, enables his clients to develop the high speed machining and hard milling processes required to be competitive in today’s business climate. By helping his clients decrease cycle time and tooling costs, and increase machine tool utilization, he has helped our members realize tremendous improvements in their operations.--Kevin King, Manufacturing Technology Director National Tooling & Machining Association  MikronOkuma America CorporationYasdaRoku-Roku Johnford MachinesMoore Precision ToolsHeartech Precision Inc., Advanced Tooling SystemsBIG Kaiser: Dual Contact Spindle System Enhances Rigidity and RepeatabilityBlum Probes and LasersCase Studies for Hard Milling and High Speed MachiningIndex

An in-depth compilation of the workings of more than 1,500 manufacturing processes in the metalworking, chemical, textile, plastic, ceramic, electronic, wood, and food industries, this work also explains how more than 600 important products, components, and materials are made.

This unique handbook provides operators and technicians in the metalworking, machining, and metal finishing industries with an easy-to-use, single-volume guide to the hazardous materials commonly found in the above sectors. Containing detailed information on nearly 450 chemical hazards, this work provides identifiers (foreign and domestic); trade names and chemical synonyms; physical properties; short- and long-term health effects; guidelines for exposure; respirators; warnings; incompatibilities; fire data; and OSHA, EPA, California, and Canadian safety recommendations and regulations. No other reference offers this kind of integrated compilation of safety and environmental compliance data or directory information related to these industries. You will need no other reference!  Includes an extensive introduction outlining and explaining the requirements and regulations.Presents each chemical record in a uniform format of data elements, including record number, record name, trade names and chemical synonyms, EEC numbers, CAS number, 2004 Emergency Response Guidebook four-digit ID, DOT Hazard class or Division, three-digit ERG Guide, molecular formula, RTECS number, physical properties, and health and safety information.Contains extensive appendices including: sources of information, separate lists of dangerous oxidizing materials by name and CAS number, an updated list of all Poison Control Centers in the U.S., glossary of safety and environmental terms, extensive synonym and trade name index, and a complete CAS number index to chemicals covered.Takes an international approach in that chemical records contain: European Economic Community ID numbers, European Inventory of Existing Commercial Substances ID numbers, Canadian WHMIS ingredients disclosure list levels, International Agency for Research on Cancer information about carcinogens, and MAK values from Deutsche Forschungsgemeinshaft.Covers important metalworking hazards such as mineral oil mists and welding fumes.PrefaceIntroductionOccupational Exposure to Metalworking Fluids: Summary and RecommendationsCleaning and Degreasing: Alternatives, Benefits, and LimitationsKey to Acronyms and AbbreviationsKey to California List of List RegulationsChemical Records A – Z (ACETAL – ZIRCONOCENE) Appendix A: Sources of InformationIndustrial Safety and Health OrganizationsFederal Government Agencies Metalworking Trade AssociationsReference Books and Government PublicationsAppendix B: Oxidizing MaterialsBy Name/CAS NumberBy CAS Number/NameAppendix C: Poison Control CentersAppendix D: Glossary

The lessons include step-by-step instructions on: How to create your own customized borders, title blocks, page setups, Isometric drawings, DesignCenter, Xref and more. There is even an Introduction to 3D. If you purchased the Beginning workbook and want to learn more, you need this workbook.

This companion to the "Beginning" workbook contains 20 non-intimidating, easy to follow lessons and 3 on-the-job type projects in Architecture, Electro-mechanical and Mechanical fields. Lessons 1 through 12 include step-by-step instructions on: How to create customized borders, title blocks, page setups, Isometric drawings, DesignCenter, Xref, Attributes, Ordinate dimensioning, Geometric Tolerances, and more. Lessons 13 through 20 provide the basics for 3D solid modeling, such as using solid primitives, Boolean operations, extrude, slice, rotate, revolve, dimension, and print. If you purchased the Beginning workbook and want to learn more, you need this workbook.

Tap into Joel Levitt's vast array of experience and learn how to improve almost any aspect of your maintenance organization (including your own abilities)! This new edition of a classic first educates readers about the globalization of production and the changing of the guard of maintenance leadership, and then gives them real usable ideas to aid in these areas. Completely reorganized so that material is presented within the context of major sections, the second edition tells the story of maintenance management in factory settings. It provides coverage of potential problems and new opportunities, what bosses really want, specifics for improvement of maintenance and production, World Class Maintenance Management revisited and revised, quality improvement, complete coverage of current maintenance practices, processes, process aids, interfaces and strategies, as well as personal and personnel development strategies.   Contains a specialized glossary so users can more easily understand the specialized language of factory maintenance.Provides specific "how-to" tips and concrete techniques and examples for continuous improvement.Updates the 20 steps to world class maintenance to include the 6 areas of focus for world class maintenance.Includes a completely updated maintenance evaluation questionnaire that reflects new techniques and technologies.Breaks down and explains the three-team approach to maintenance work.Offers new sections on: managing shutdowns, craft training, and communications.Contains major revisions to the RCM discussion and includes a new discussion about PMO.Introduction Glossary What is the Context for Managing Maintenance? Evaluating Current Maintenance Practices Maintenance Processes Maintenance Process Aids Maintenance Strategies: Approaches to Deterioration Maintenance Interfaces: Where Does Maintenance Fit In? Personal and Personnel Development

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Successfully Managing Change in Organizations: A Users Guide is an innovative book that provides concepts, ideas, examples, insights, and new ways to think about and approach change. This accompanying workbook goes one very valuable step further by providing practical working exercises that help you focus your thinking and your future work. And it will help you successfully turn the concepts you presented in the book into reality within your organization. Contains exercises that will provide an in-depth understanding of the material as it relates to your specific circumstances.Logically organized so that the workbook chapters cover the same material as the corresponding chapters in the book.Works as an effective group learning tool to use with your peers and managers to help you collectively think about the concepts and relate them to your efforts.Provides chapter summaries through definitions, charts, and lists.Includes valuable forms that can be copied and used to work through the change process.Contains numerous writing exercises, checklists and work activities, helping to clarify the issues that exist within your organization.Includes an ongoing case study with exercises revolving around a fictitious company.Introduction Laying the Foundation Change: Not Linear, but Nonlinear Vision From Vision to Reality The Roadmap of Change A Case of Teams Working with Consultants Resistance to Change The Web of Change The Elements—Part 1 The Elements—Part 2 Fitting the Elements Together How to Handle the Process of Change Measurement Appendix 1 Appendix 2

Success in automatic assembly design and operation comes from an awareness and sensitivity to a multitude of small design details, and only Frank Riley could pack so much knowledge and experience into a practical and authoritative guide to the selection and application of automatic assembly machinery. A vast amount of practical information about all aspects of automated assembly can be found in this important revised edition.

Plastic Piping Systems supplies all the detailed information you'll need to know about the largest plastic product group used in the world-pipe, valves, and fittings. Practical rather than theoretical, this book uses data throughout to relate the design and installation techniques of today's off-the-shelf products. Provides a complete listing of the advantages of plastic piping systems. Discusses basic thermoplastic and thermostat manufacturing and flammability and toxicity of plastics. Supplies in-depth coverage on designing both above and below ground piping systems. Contains piping material sizes as well as dozens of photographs of various pipe, valves, fittings, and fabrications. Presents the historical background of the industry. Includes a comprehensive glossary, a listing of commonly used plastic and industry abbreviations, an expanded chemical resistance chart of over 600 chemicals, and many other helpful items.  Material Selection. Piping Design Characteristics. Joining Methods of Plastic Pipes. Product Selection. Installation, Testing, Repairing Plastic Pipe. Cost Comparisons. Applications. Appendix. Index.

Presents the basic principles of the positive displacement pump. Develops in-depth analysis of the design of reciprocating metering pumps and their piping systems. Demonstrates the practical implementation of these concepts through examples of actual pump applications.