Now you can achieve optimum performance and efficiency in the design of electric systems for virtually any size or type of building or industrial facility utilizing the state-of-the-art methodologies detailed in this comprehensive handbook. Step-by-step guidelines take you through each phase of design, covering equipment selection, power distribution system analysis, conduit and conductor sizing, lighting system design, control systems, electronic instrumentation, protective relaying, energy management systems, power quality, variable speed drives, motor selection, and more.The latest codes (NEC 2008) as well as currently available equipment are referenced. Numerous examples and simulation exercises are included, along with detailed design examples. Fully illustrated with many useful diagrams and tables, this book is a practical guide for electrical engineers, plant and facility engineers, and other professionals responsible for implementing or overseeing the design of facility electrical systems.
Foreword
Chapter 1 : Electrical Basics
Chapter 2 : Using the Language of the Electrical Engineer
Chapter 3 : Equipment Selection Considerations
Chapter 4 : Analyzing Power Distribution Systems
Chapter 5 : Conduit & Conductor Sizing
Chapter 6 : How to Design a Lighting System
Chapter 7 : Using Logic to Simplify Control Systems
Chapter 8 : Applying Process Controllers & Electronic Instrumentation
Chapter 9 : Protective Relaying for Power Distribution Systems
Chapter 10 : Energy Economic Analysis
Chapter 11 : Energy Management Systems
Chapter 11 : Power Line Disturbances : A User’s Perspective of Mitigation Equipment and Techniques
Chapter 13 : Variable Speed Drives
Chapter 14 : Field Measurements & Determination of Electric Motor Efficiency
Chapter 15 : Testing Rewinds to Avoid Motor Efficiency Degradation
Chapter 16 : Guidelines for Implementing an Energy-Efficient Motor Retrofit Program
References
Index
