Synopses & Reviews
Designed for the "jack of all trades" technician, this unique book covers all five major areas of industrial maintenance knowledge -general, mechanical, electrical, welding, and preventive maintenance- in one complete volume! More than 700 photos and illustrations throughout complement the information that multi-crafted technicians need to know within each of these major subject areas. This book covers everything from basic information on safety, tools, industrial print reading and electrical theory to the inner workings of machinery and equipment so technicians can understand and effectively diagnose, troubleshoot, and provide preventive maintenance on industrial machines. Coverage is comprehensive in nature and is arranged in a modular format to make finding information quick and easy, making this an excellent reference for both the novice and the experienced technician.
About the Author
Michael E. Brumbach is the Associate Dean of the Industrial and Engineering Technologies Division at York Technical College in Rock Hill, South Carolina. He holds an associate degree in electronics technology and is a member of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI); the Instrumentation, Systems, and Automation Society (ISA); and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). Mr. Brumbach is also certified by the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) as a Core Curricula and Electrical Instructor. In addition to this book, Mr. Brumbach has authored INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICITY and INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE and has co-authored INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE.
Table of Contents
Preface.About The Authors.Acknowledgements.Section 1: General Knowledge.Chapter 1 - Safety.Chapter 2 - Tools.Chapter 3 - Fasteners.Chapter 4 - Industrial Print Reading.Section 2: Mechanical Knowledge.Chapter 5 - Mechanical Power Transmission.Chapter 6 - Bearings.Chapter 7 - Coupled Shaft Alignment.Chapter 8 - Lubrication.Chapter 9 - Seals and Packing.Chapter 10 - Pumps and Compressors.Chapter 11 - Fluid Power.Chapter 12 - Piping Systems.Section 3: Electrical Knowledge.Chapter 13 - Electrical Fundamentals.Chapter 14 - Test Equipment.Chapter 15 - Electrical Circuits.Chapter 16 - Wiring Methods.Chapter 17 - Transformers and Power Distribution.Chapter 18 - Electrical Machinery.Chapter 19 - Input/Output Devices.Chapter 20 - Motor Control Circuits.Chapter 21 - Basic Industrial Electronics.Chapter 22 - Electronic Variable Speed Drives.Chapter 23 - Programmable Logic Controllers.Chapter 24 - Lighting.Section 4: Welding Knowledge.Chapter 25 - Gas Welding.Chapter 26 - Arc Welding.Section 5: Preventive Maintenance.Chapter 27 - Preventive Maintenance - Developing and Implementing.Chapter 28 - Mechanical PMs.Chapter 29 - Electrical PMs.Appendix A.Appendix B.Appendix C.Appendix D.Appendix E.Appendix F.Index.