Download or read book Handbook of Mechanical Works Inspection written by Clifford Matthews and published by Wiley. This book was released on 1997-05-27 with total page 472 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Mechanical Works Inspection provides the techniques, guidelines, and technical data needed to perform inspections on mechanical equipment found in power and process plant applications. The Handbook concentrates on the core fitness for purpose issues that arise during the witnessing of material and equipment tests in the manufacturers’ works. This step-by-step guide provides a comprehensive and practical source of information for engineers involved in the inspection of plant and equipment, keeping them up-to-date with the latest ideas, and technical standards. It will help the non-specialist to carry out works inspections on the common mechanical equipment found in power and process engineering. Designed to encourage an effective approach to works inspection, it will help inspection engineers to perform their work in a professional way. COMPLETE CONTENTS: How to use this book Objectives and tactics Specifications, standards, and plans Materials of construction Welding and NDT Boilers and pressure vessels Gas turbines Steam turbines Diesel engines Power transmission Fluid systems Cranes Linings Painting Inspection reports