Handbook of mechanical works inspection - Clifford Matthews

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 stepbystep guide provides a comprehensive and practical source of information for engineers involved in the inspection of plant and equipment, keeping them uptodate with the latest ideas, and technical standards. It will help the nonspecialist 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