Practical Introduction to Pumping Technology

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Practical Introduction to Pumping Technology by Uno Wahren. A basic guide to pumps from specification to installation, operation, and maintenance. Here is a convenient, concise reference book for pump users, application engineers, technicians, and buyers. It contains, in condensed form, valuable information on selecting centrifugal and positive-displacement pumps for given applications, creating the necessary documentation, choosing equipment manufacturers, and checking vendor data. You will find a complete explanation of the types of pumps and the terms and parameters used in pump applications. This book outlines the data required by the client, engineer, and buyer to obtain a comprehensive quote.

The Contents of Practical Introduction to Pumping Technology

Introduction.
Parameters.
Data Required for Pump Specification.
Pump Types. Specifications.
Pump Applications.
Centrifugal pumps design and application
Effects of Viscosity on Pump Performance.
Pump Formulas and Head Calculations.
Audel Pumps and Hydraulic
Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH). Pump Shaft Sealing.
Pump Bearings, Lubrication, and Seals. Metallurgy.
Pump Drivers. Gears. Pump Controls and Instrumentation.
Documentation. Pump Installation. Pump Operation.
Troubleshooting. Appendixes: Charts and Specification Sheets; Viscosity Charts; Conversion Factors