Practical guidance for every steam user.
This portable reference compiles tables, rules, and useful information for the owner, engineer, and anyone involved with steam engines and boilers.
Designed to be accessible to readers who aren’t mathematics experts, it presents core concepts, calculations, and maintenance guidance in clear terms. The book aims to smooth out technical hurdles while delivering reliable, actionable content you can apply in real-world boiler and engine work.
- Horsepower calculations and mean effective pressure explained with step-by-step examples.
- Tables and rules for boilers, safety, and efficient operation, including areas, joints, and driving power considerations.
- Practical notes on feed water quality, scale formation, and boiler maintenance to improve safety and longevity.
- Guidance on inspection preparation and evaluating boiler components for reliability.
Ideal for readers of engineering handbooks, shop foremen, and owners looking for solid, usable information on steam engines and boilers.