Process fans and compressors are widely used in many industries. Reflecting this, the experience of plant users and designers, in hundred of different situations, have been drawn upon in compiling this book. The contributing authors have a wide variety of expertise which has been brought together in this exceptional volume.

• Codes of practice drawn from 100s of examples
• Empirical formulae and design guides
• Invaluable guidance in this complicated field
• Written for sound professional practice by experienced authors
• Well illustrated with numerous diagrams and tables

Ideal reference material for engineers, managers, and designers in mechanical and chemical engineering, equipment manufacturers, those training to be engineers, and anyone working on the process industries.

Process Fan and Compressor Selection is ideal reference material for engineers, managers and designers in mechanical and chemical engineering, equipment manufacturers, those training to be engineers, and anyone working in the process industries.

COMPLETE CONTENTS:

• Introduction
• Preliminary choice of fan or compressor type
• Fans
• Centrifugal compressors
• Axial compressors
• Reciprocating compressors
• Twin screw compressors - general
• Oil-free twin screw compressors
• Oil-injected twin screw compressors
• Positive displacement blowers
• Rotary, sliding vane compressors
• Drives and transmissions
• Lubrication
• Seals for rotary machines
• Inspection and testing
• Containment safety.

The units used throughout this guide are SI units.