Le Corbusier - Pavillon Suisse: The Biography of a Building

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Planned in 1930/31 in extremely difficult circumstances, it is a minor miracle that the Cité Internationale Universitaire Swiss halls of residence, when built, so closely resembled Le Corbusier's original innovative design. The Pavillon Suisse has accommodated Swiss students in Paris since it was opened in July 1933. This monograph is the result of years of dedicated research into every aspect of the building - socio-political premises, planning, design and construction, the aesthetic and functional achievements it represents, and Le Corbusier's own renovations in 1948, 1953 and 1957. It is the first comprehensive portrait of one of Le Corbusier's most imaginative creations. The author, Ivan Zaknic, Professor of Architecture at Lehigh University and Visiting Fellow of Princeton University is a prominent Le Corbusier expert.

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Founded in 1968, Creative Camera has always been more than a magazine: it has been a forum for the influencing shape and direction of modern photography. This anthology of fifty texts and their images includes moments from the debate. There are strong and distinctive voices, many in lively disagreement, of writers and artists such as Roland Barthes, John Berger, Victor Burgin, Jo Spence, and Helen Chadwick.

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The definitive reference of laboratory safety, analytic procedures, and instrumentation techniques for the modern chemical laboratory. Cited in BCL3, the new edition contains expanded chapters on gas chromatography (GC) and high- performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and physical properties and testing methods, with a new chapter on thermal analytic methods as well as on electrophoresis. Also includes up- to-date information on the role of chemical laboratory technicians and chemical process operators in industry and current data on laboratory safety, chemical waste disposal, government regulations, and ISO-9000. Explains in detail the day-to-day procedures, techniques, and formulas of today's chemical laboratory. The new edition (2nd was 1981), emphasizing the importance of safety, has been expanded to include additional information on material safety data sheets, chemical waste disposal, Right-to-Know regulations, and the National Fire Protection Association codes. Also new is material on such topics as gas chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography, infrared spectroscopy, atomic absorption spectroscopy, and computers in the laboratory.

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Industry Standard.......2001-09-04

This book is invaluable for training of inexperienced lab techs and for reference for more experienced ones. Indespensable.

Every Chemist should have one of these!.......2000-10-20

This is a great book to own. Every time I needed to find something I opened this book and it was there for me. It is very clearly written and contains lots of helpful info. A big Thanks to Dr. Ballinger :-)

Loads of important information all in one book........1999-04-09

This book provides me with technical information commonly needed in a laboratory environment. It seems to boil down many references all into one easy to read book. The index is fantastic, you can find anything in the book quickly and easily. This is usually a problem with most reference books, but not with this one.

Pumping Apparatus: Driver Operator's Handbook

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Pumping Apparatus: Driver Operator's Handbook
Michael A. Wieder , Carol Smith , and Cynthia S. Brakhage
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ASIN: 0879391669

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Excellent as a Learning Tool, but not enough to get your license
Boiler operators guide - a must have
Guiding Lites for Boiler Operators

Boiler Operator's Guide
Anthony L. Kohan
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ASIN: 0070365741

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If you're a boiler professional, the Fourth Edition of this classic guide offers you the latest guidelines for installing, operating, and maintaining boilers in all types of facilities. The book now covers federal and state jurisdictional requirements...changes to the ASME Boiler Code, such as the new confined space entry requirements... the liberalization of the overseas requirement to obtain U.S. National Board Certification...and the use of new materials in boiler construction. It also contains questions & answers that help you review for oral and written license tests.

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awesome.......2006-01-24

This is the best book i've ever read on boiler. This book has been a great reference for me to pass my Steam Engineer examination. I passed the exam by only reading this book and without attending any course. Easy to understand and Kohan answers most common asked question in boiler exams and common doubt among boiler engineers. This book actually answared 90% of the questions that i have doubt in.
thank you kohan !

Excellent as a Learning Tool, but not enough to get your license.......2005-12-03

This book is an excellent learning tool for new boiler/plant operators. It gives a basic understanding of most aspects of Plant operation. Unfortunately, the generalized nature of the book doesn't lend itself to answer specific questions an inexperienced yet knowledgeable person might have. My point is, this book can give you an overview of everything you need to learn about operating a steam plant, but it won't be enough to prepare you for a tough licensing exam. As a guide and a place to start, this book is excellent and a must read for people wishing to enter the world of stationary engineering. Just remember you'll need more when you're done with this one.

Boiler operators guide - a must have.......2002-09-02

I am currently studying for a New Zealand Boiler Attendants National Certifificate level 2 (for operating boilers up to 6MW)and have been operating for over 2 years. I wish I'd had this book before I sent my last 2 assignments in. I would thoroughly recommend this book for any operator.
Only negative I have is the lack of metric units, but that does'nt detract from the usefullnes of this book.

Guiding Lites for Boiler Operators.......2001-08-14

This book provides a good basic understanding of boiler operations on a wide variety of boilers. It is geared towards the novice operator or for as a learning guide. The depth is somewhat limited and is not supported by any theory. The author describes the overall process but does not get into optimizing the boiler, which every operator should do.

This reading is not meant to be entertaining or for light reading, but a study guide for the operator...

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Backhoe

Backhoe Loader Handbook

Detailed and Knowledgeable

Backhoe Loader Handbook : Advanced Techniques for Operators
Reinar Christian
Manufacturer: Aberdeen Group
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Excavation and Grading Handbook

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ASIN: 0924659726

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An in-depth guide for both experienced and newer operators providing insight on how to get the most out of this versatile piece of equipment. Covers all aspects of the backhoe loader: equipment selection and maintenance, safety, loading; utilities, grade, dirt work, removals and digouts, jumping a trench, and cleaning up. Contains many photos and illustrations.

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Backhoe.......2006-04-07

This book doesn't just assume too much knowledege by the reader, it's just not great technical writting. Way too terse. If you don't need a long concise explanation, why do you need this book at all? If nothing else I was willing to pay the money to learn how to dig up a tree root, but that's not covered. Would I buy this book again? Yes. It's the only one out there. I've got landscaping to do, but some of the road and site prep techniques were useful. A backhoe to me is a toy (with a purpose), not an occupation. To be fair the more I read it the clearer things get, I just like knowledge handed to me with less work.

Backhoe Loader Handbook.......2001-08-22

Reinar Christian does a good job overall in dealing with subject material few authors have attempted. The book is for experienced backhoe operators, as the techniques described are advanced. The photo's are dark and lack detail in many cases, and some of the subject matter is glossed over. The author makes too many assumptions about the skill level, and overall understanding of his readers. Is the book worthwhile, absolutely. Does it need a new addition, also a resounding yes. The new additon should start with the basics, and continue with intermediate and advanced techniques, complete with clear, detailed photography. As for me, it is part of my permenant library.

Detailed and Knowledgeable.......2000-08-02

It took me quite a while to find such a comprehensive and knowledgeable resource for backhoe operation. Although I consider myself an experienced operator, I learned quite a few things I had not known before, particularly about maintenance and safety. And, I learned that our company has a particular maintenance policy that is just plain WRONG. I highly recommend the book to both experienced and new operators.

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Boiler Operator's Handbook

Boiler Operator's Handbook

Manufacturer: Fairmont Press
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0824742907

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This book was written specifically for boiler plant operators and supervisors who want to learn how to lower plant operating costs, as well as how to operate plants of all types and sizes more wisely. Going beyond the basics of "keeping the pressure up", the author explains how to set effective priorities to assure optimum plant operation, including safety, continuity of operation, damage prevention, managing environmental impact, training replacement plant operators, logging and preserving historical data, and operating the plant economically. The book can also serve as an important reference for managers and superintendents who are interested in reducing a facility's operating expense.

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Boiler Operator's Handbook.......2007-05-14

This book was written specifically for boiler plant operators and supervisors who want to learn how to lower plant operating costs, as well as how to operate the plant of all types and sizes more wisely. Going beyond the basics of "keeping the pressure up," the author explains in clear terms how to set effective priorities to assure optimum plant operation, including safety, continuity of operation, damage prevention, managing environmental impact, training replacement plant operators, logging and preserving historical data, and operating the plant economically. The book can also serve as an important reference for managers and superintendents who are interesting in reducing a facility's operating expense.

CONTENTS

1 - Operating Wisely
Why Wisely? * Prioritizing * Safety * Measurements * Flow * What Happens Naturally * Water, Steam & Energy * Combustion * The Central Boiler Plant * Electricity * Documentation * Standard Operating Procedures * Disaster Plans * Logs

2 - Operations
Operating Modes * Valve Manipulation * New Startup * Dead Plant Startup * Normal Boiler Startup * Emergency Boiler Startup * Normal Operation * Idle Equipment * Superheating * Switching Fuels * Standby Operation * Rotating boilers * Bottom Blowoff * Annual Inspection * Operating During Maintenance & Repairs * Lay-up * Tune-ups * Auxiliary Turbines

3 - What the Wise Operator Knows
Know Your Load * Know Your Plant * Matching Equipment to the Load * Efficiency * Performance Monitoring * Modernizing & Upgrading

4 - Special Systems
Vacuum Systems * Hydronic Heating * High Temperature Hot Water * Organic Fluid Heaters & Vaporizers * Service Water Heating * Waste Heat Service

5 - Maintenance
Maintenance * Cleaning * Instructions & Specifications * Lock-out, Tag-out * Lubrication * Insulation * Refractory * Packing * Controls & Instrumentation * Lighting & Electrical Equipment * Miscellaneous * Replacements * Maintaining Efficiency * Records

6 - Consumables
Fuels * Fuel Gases * Oils * Coal * Other Solid Fuels * Water * Treatment Chemicals * Miscellaneous

7 - Water Treatment
Water Treatment * Water Testing * Pretreatment * Feedwater Tanks & Deaerators * Blowdown * Chemical Treatment * Preventing Corrosion * Preventing Scale Formation

8 - Strength of Materials
Strength of Materials * Stress * Cylinders Under Internal Pressure * Cylinders Under External Pressure * Piping Flexibility

9 - Plants & Equipment
Types of Boiler Plants * Boilers * Heat Transfer in Boilers * Circulation * Construction * Boiler, Cast Iron & Tubeless * Firetube Boilers * Watertube Boilers * Trim * Heat Traps * Burners * Pumps * Fans & Blowers * Cogeneration

10 - Controls
The Basics * Self Contained Controls * Linearity * Steam Pressure Maintenance * Fluid Temperature Maintenance * Fluid Level Maintenance * Burner Management * Firing Rate Control * Low Fire Start * High-Low * Burner Cutout * Jackshaft Control * Establishing Linearity * Startup Control * Parallel Positioning * Inferential Metering * Steam Flow / Air Flow * Full Metering Cross Limited * Dual Fuel Firing * Choice Fuel Firing * Oxygen Trim * Combustibles Trim * Draft Control * Feedwater Pressure Control * Instrumentation

11 - Why They Fail
A Little Bit of History * Low Water * Thermal Shock * Corrosion & Wear * Operator Error & Poor Maintenance

Appendices, Bibliography Index

The Industrial Operator's Handbook (A Systematic Approch to Industrial Operations)

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The Industrial Operator's Handbook (A Systematic Approch to Industrial Operations)

Manufacturer: Techstar
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Water Operator's Field Guide
John M. Stubbart , William C. Lauer , and Timothy J. McCandless
Manufacturer: American Waterworks Association
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Wastewater Operator's Field Guide

ASIN: 1583213155

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Only now available in one convenient place, this guide provides charts, graphs, formulas and definitions used daily. Compiled from many sources, it is conveniently organized for use by water operators and design operators. Major sections include conversion factors, chemistry, safety regulations, water quality and treatment, distribution systems, pumps, flows, meters, and on-line resources.

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Fire Service Pump Operator's Handbook
Warren E. Isman
Manufacturer: Pennwell Books
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ASIN: 0878149058

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Isman discusses the mathematical aspects of pump operation, procedures, and hydraulics.

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Boiler Operators Handbook
NIFES Ltd
Manufacturer: Springer
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ASIN: 1853332852

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The popularity of the Boiler Operators Handbook has prompted the issue of this revised and completely updated edition, which examines the change of emphasis from coal-fired to oil- and gas-fired boilers. The new Boiler Operators Handbook will help the operator carry out his important work with skill and efficiency. The good management of a boiler plant should ensure the production of good quality steam in a safe and fuel-efficient manner to minimise air pollution. All these issues are emphasized throughout the new edition.
The NIFES consulting group has been responsible for the training of boiler operators since 1954, and this high level of experience is combined with the very latest technological advances to make this new edition essential reading for the boiler operator.

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Water Treatment Operator Handbook
Nicholas G. Pizzi
Manufacturer: American Water Works Association
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ASIN: 1583211845

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