Erecting Work (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Hubert E. Collins

9780484594868: Erecting Work (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484594869 ISBN 13: 9780484594868

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2017

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Learn practical, step‑by‑step guidance for laying solid foundations and moving heavy engine parts safely.

This practical manual covers foundations, from sizing and shaping to mold making and finishing. It explains how forces like gravity, inertia, and counterweights shape design, and why bases must widen at the bottom for high speed or heavy loads. You’ll also see how to plan for ground conditions, use king‑post and plank foundations, and adapt plans when only center lines or bolts are provided. The guidance stays focused on real‑world decisions you can apply on site, with concrete examples and cautions.

The book also explains how to handle and transport heavy components, including cylinders and crank parts. It details safe rigging, rolling, and loading techniques, plus how to check floors and framing before moving parts in. Throughout, there’s emphasis on thorough inspection, proper distribution of weight, and keeping fasteners tight after initial use.

How to design and shape foundations to resist weight, inertia, and belt forces.
How to plan, mold, and finish concrete foundations using practical, on‑site methods.
Safe handling, rigging, and moving of large engine parts with rollers, jacks, and windlasses.
Strategies for inspection, alignment, and tensioning of bolts to prevent problems after startup.

Ideal for readers of engineering and construction manuals who want durable, field‑tested techniques for erecting large machinery.

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