Handbook of Valves and Actuators
eBook - ePub

Handbook of Valves and Actuators

Valves Manual International

  1. 416 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Handbook of Valves and Actuators

Valves Manual International

About this book

Industries that use pumps, seals and pipes will also use valves and actuators in their systems. This key reference provides anyone who designs, uses, specifies or maintains valves and valve systems with all of the critical design, specification, performance and operational information they need for the job in hand. Brian Nesbitt is a well-known consultant with a considerable publishing record. A lifetime of experience backs up the huge amount of practical detail in this volume.* Valves and actuators are widely used across industry and this dedicated reference provides all the information plant designers, specifiers or those involved with maintenance require* Practical approach backed up with technical detail and engineering know-how makes this the ideal single volume reference* Compares and contracts valve and actuator types to ensure the right equipment is chosen for the right application and properly maintained

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Table of contents

  1. Cover image
  2. Title page
  3. Table of Contents
  4. Copyright
  5. Foreword
  6. The editor
  7. Using this book
  8. Chapter 1: Definitions and abbreviations
  9. Chapter 2: Properties of fluids
  10. Chapter 3: Isolating valves
  11. Chapter 4: Non-return valves
  12. Chapter 5: Regulators
  13. Chapter 6: Control valves
  14. Chapter 7: Safety relief valves
  15. Chapter 8: Valve and piping sizing
  16. Chapter 9: Piping and connectors
  17. Chapter 10: Noise in valves
  18. Chapter 11: Valve stem sealing
  19. Chapter 12: Actuators
  20. Chapter 13: Valve materials
  21. Chapter 14: Instrumentation and ancillaries
  22. Chapter 15: Quality, inspection and testing
  23. Chapter 16: Standards and specifications
  24. Chapter 17: Installation and maintenance
  25. Chapter 18: Some applications and solutions
  26. Chapter 19: Valve and actuator selection
  27. Chapter 20: Fluid properties & conversions
  28. Chapter 21: Buyers’ guide
  29. Index
  30. Index to advertisers
  31. Acknowledgements