Introduction to Efficient Electrical Systems Design

Achieve optimum performance and efficiency in the design of electrical systems for virtually any size or type of building or industrial facility by utilizing the state-of-the-art methodologies detailed in this fully updated electrical design reference.

• Electrical basics

• Using the language of the electrical engineer

• Equipment selection considerations

• Analyzing power distribution systems

• Conduit and conductor sizing

• How to design a lighting system

• Using logic to simplify control systems

• Applying process controllers and electronic instrumentation

• Protective relaying for power distribution systems

• Energy economic analysis

• Energy management systems

• Power line disturbances

• Variable speed drives

• Field measurements and determination of electric motor efficiency

• Testing rewinds to avoid motor efficiency degradation

• Guidelines for implementing an energy efficient motor retrofit program

• References

• Appendix

• Index