Steam Distribution Systems Deskbook

Download or read book Steam Distribution Systems Deskbook written by James F. McCauley and published by The Fairmont Press, Inc.. This book was released on 2000 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book was written to assist plant engineers and technicians in the areas of cost effective steam distribution and condensate systems management, including the reduction of toxic waste by-products, as now required by government standards. The fully illustrated presentation offers proven engineering and management techniques for simultaneously reducing steam waste, fuel consumption and toxic wastes, thereby resulting in significant long term cost savings. You'll find detailed coverage of the steam and condensate piping structure, layout excavations and enclosures, system protection, thermal insulation, valves, valve drive mechanisms, controls and metering, and steam traps.