E Shashi Menon Knihy

Focusing on the intricacies of pipeline planning and construction, this manual serves as an essential resource for engineers and technicians. It covers the entire process from design to field maintenance, featuring clear schematics, tables, and checklists. With contributions from a team boasting over 180 years of experience, the 21 chapters guide readers through construction management and technical auditing. This comprehensive guide is particularly beneficial for design, mechanical, and project engineers, as well as students and novices in the field.

This on-the-job resource is packed with all the formulas, calculations, and practical tips necessary to smoothly move gas or liquids through pipes, assess the feasibility of improving existing pipeline performance, or design new systems. Water Systems Piping * Fire Protection Piping Systems * Steam Systems Piping * Building Services Piping * Oil Systems Piping * Gas Systems Piping * Process Systems Piping * Cryogenic Systems Piping * Refrigeration Systems Piping * Hazardous Piping Systems * Slurry and Sludge Systems Piping * Wastewater and Stormwater Piping * Plumbing and Piping Systems * Ash Handling Piping Systems * Compressed Air Piping Systems * Compressed Gases and Vacuum Piping Systems * Fuel Gas Distribution Piping Systems

Focusing on the practical application of pumps and pumping stations, this guide offers insights into the types of pumps, liquid properties, and performance curves, alongside the Bernoulli equation. It explores factors influencing pump performance, pressure loss calculations, and the economics of centrifugal pumps in various industries. The text includes solved example problems in both U.S. Customary and SI units, with additional practice problems for further learning. Designed for engineers and technicians, it emphasizes real-world applications and simulations using PUMPCALC software.

Focusing on the practical aspects of liquid pipeline design and operation, this book offers insights from a seasoned engineer with over 30 years of experience. It simplifies fluid mechanics principles through relatable personal experiences, avoiding complex formulas. Readers will find numerous practical examples that enhance their understanding of liquid properties and provide guidance on the layout, assessment, and optimization of effective pipeline systems in the oil, water, and process industries.