Audel Pumps and Hydraulics, All New 6th Edition

Pumps and hydraulic equipment are now used in more facets of industry than ever before. Whether you are a pump operator or you encounter pumps and hydraulic systems through your work in another skilled trade, a basic knowledge of the practical features, principles, installation, and maintenance of such systems is essential. You'll find it all here, fully updated with real-world examples and 21st-century applications.

• Learn to install and service pumps for nearly any application
• Understand the fundamentals and operating principles of pump controls and hydraulics
• Service and maintain individual pumping devices that use smaller motors
• See how pumps are used in robotics, taking advantage of hydraulics to lift larger, heavier loads
• Handle new types of housings and work with the latest electronic controls
• Know the appropriate servicing schedule for different types of pumping equipment
• Install and troubleshoot special-service pumps