Brian Elliott, 407 pages - 2006 ISBN: 0071475265

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Compressed air systems are the third most important utility to industry and are commonly the most misunderstood.

Written to appeal to operators, mechanics and junior engineers, this manual is designed to provide a solid understanding of common compression systems and operations techniques.

The Content You Need to Fully Understand Compressed Air Systems:

Compressed Air History

Pneumatic Applications

Compressor Types

Compressed Air Sources

Compressed Air Dryers

Support Components

Pneumatic Controls

Electrical Controls

System Maintenance

Energy Management

System Models

Specifying a System

Air Audits

Using this book, the users learn tips and techniques for: creating a baseline of system performance, determining the impact of different compressors and compressor control types for the job at hand, and learning basic approaches to general maintenance.

This manual is essential reading for anyone requiring a concise working knowledge of compressed air systems, support equipment, and pneumatic applications.

A must read for those responsible for specifying a new system, maintaining or improving an existing one, or using delivered air for a given application, Compressed Air Operations Manual delivers the background information necessary to make informed, dollar-smart decisions regarding compressed air requirements.