Updated to the 2005 National Electrical Code, this revised edition takes readers step-by-step through the safe and effective wiring of an entire industrial building. A complete set of industrial building plans offers hands-on practice in effectively interpreting and applying Code requirements for the installation of electrical service, power, and lighting to an industrial structure. In addition to coverage of basic electrical principles and wiring requirements, this book also explores changeovers to new systems, planning for growth and increased capacity, and periodic maintenance procedures. Readers will surely benefit from the first-hand knowledge of the undertakings and responsibilities facing today's professional industrial electricians provided by this experienced author team.
Synopsis
This textbook concerns the industrial installation and wiring of panelboards, trolley busways, motors, controllers, ventilator and exhaust systems, lighting, and programmable logic controllers. Two plan sheets are provided. The eleventh edition adds metrication, and revises formatting in referencing Code items. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
About the Author, Robert L Smith
Robert L. Smith, P.E., is an Emeritus Professor of Architecture at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. He worked in electrical construction for more than 20 years. He taught electrical apprentice classes for the IBEW and industrial electricity at Parkland Community College and Environmental Technology for the School of Architecture. Mr. Smith has frequently lectured on the application of the National Electrical Code ?. He was an active member of the Illumination Engineering Society, of the Illinois Society of Professional Engineers, and of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors.
Stephen L. Herman has been both an electrician and teacher for over twenty years. He has authored numerous textbooks on the subjects of electricity and mathematics. Mr. Herman recently retired as a lead instructor for Electrical Technology Curriculum at Lee College in Baytown, Texas. Mr. Herman received an Excellence in Education Award from the Halliburton Education Foundation.
