ABSTRACT

This hands-on reference offers a practical introduction to pumps and provides the tools necessary to select, size, operate, and maintain pumps properly. It highlights the interrelatedness of pump engineering from system and piping design to installation and startup.

This updated second edition expands on many subjects introduced in the first

chapter 1|50 pages

Introduction to Pumps

chapter 2|110 pages

Hydraulics, Selection, and Curves

chapter 3|52 pages

Special Hydraulic Considerations

chapter 4|114 pages

Centrifugal Pump Types and Applications

chapter 5|36 pages

Sealing Systems and Sealless Pumps

chapter 6|60 pages

Energy Conservation and Life-Cycle Costs

chapter 7|28 pages

Special Pump-Related Topics

chapter 8|48 pages

Installation, Operation, and Maintenance