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Tuesday, October 14, 2008 One Stop Shopping for Construction Books, Code Books, Contractor Tools & Equipment |
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Boilers, Steam & Furnaces |
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Audel
HVAC Fundamentals Volume 1: Heating Systems, Furnaces and Boilers |
Complete Pocket Reference Guide for HVAC Technicians - HVAC answers when you need them. When you need to check specs, confirm measurements, or make a quick metric conversion on the job, find the answers quickly and easily—right in your pocket
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Boiler
Operation Video Series on DVD or VHS |
This five-part video series provides a quick and comprehensive overview of boiler operation ... from how steam is generated, through boiler types and operation, feedwater, steam, combustion, draft, valves, gauges, and pumps, to how to take over a shift. Comes complete with Test Masters, Activities, Questions and Answer Key. The Boiler Operation Video Series covers the following topics:
The Included Test Masters contain master copies of activities and questions to reinforce the video content. These masters are on a durable sheet that can be reproduced over and over again for classroom use. The Answer Key includes answers to the questions in the Test Masters.
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Boiler Operator's Workbook |
Provides an overview of the latest information on safe and efficient operation of boilers and related equipment. It is a complete instructional package used in preparing to pass a boiler operator's license exam. Over 2,000 questions grouped by subject are included in this new edition. The workbook covers virtually all facets of steam boiler operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
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California Contractor Exam
Prep: Boiler, Hot Water Heating and Steam Fitting (C-4) |
The California Contractor Exam-Prep Boiler, Hot Water Heating and Steam Fitting CD, prepares you for your State Contractor's (C-4) License Examination. By answering the multiple-choice questions, you cover all of the areas that are in the actual test. If you miss a question, Exam-Prep will give you the right answer and a full explanation of the basic principles involved in that question. Even if you guess the right answer, the explanation is there! So you actually LEARN what you need to know.
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Combustion
Analysis & Fuel Efficiency |
Combustion analysis is the measurement of a combustion systems flue gases to determine the completeness (efficiency) of the combustion process. Combustion analysis is only the first step in maximizing fuel efficiency. An HVACR service technician must understand the Air/Fuel ratio, and venting adjustments necessary to accomplish efficiency.
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High Pressure Boilers |
This text includes the latest information on safe and efficient operation of high pressure boilers and related equipment. This book can be used for upgrading skills, licensing examination preparation, or reference. The CD-ROM that is included inside the text contains four interactive Sample Licensing Exams from the United States and Canada. Also Available>> Instructor's Resource Guide
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Low
Pressure Boilers |
This industry-leading boiler operation text has been enhanced with new coverage of personal protective equipment, burner control systems, steam principles, and emission analysis and control. An expanded chapter on cooling systems covers refrigeration principles and equipment, chilled water systems, and refrigerant recovery procedures. This full-color text is a must for operators of boiler systems used in hotels, apartment buildings, schools, and other large institutions. with CD-ROM
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Low Pressure Boilers Workbook
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By Frederick M. Steingress >> The Workbook contains questions similar to those found on a typical boiler operator's licensing exam. The Answer Key provides all answers to Workbook questions.
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Low Pressure Boilers Resource Guide |
The Low Pressure Boilers Resource Guide provides instructional materials for use in your classes. It includes course objectives, course development information, course outline, methods of instruction, instructional outlines, resources, correlation chart, safety considerations, and answers to questions in the Workbook. Includes CD-ROM that contains questions and answers for developing boiler licensing exams is provided
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Medium
& High Efficiency Gas Furnaces |
This unique field guide discusses each important aspect of the medium to high efficiency gas furnaces used in central heating applications, from the combustion process to the venting of the furnace itself. The author Richard Jazwin also provides detailed information on other related topics including: furnace construction, controls and components, ignition systems, sequences of operation, basic service procedures, and electric / electronic troubleshooting and repair.
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Pressure
Vessels - ASME Code Simplified |
Get Up to Speed with the ASME Code - Revised and updated, this classic engineering tool simplifies the tasks of understanding and applying the complex ASME Code for fabricating, purchasing, testing, and inspecting pressure vessels. Pressure Vessels explains the value of Code standards, shows you hot the Code applies to each component, and clarifies requirements that may be confusing. This valuable text also features tables for calculating allowable internal pressures.
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Stationary Engineering
- 4th Edition - New for 2008 |
Stationary Engineering covers all aspects of boiler operation and auxiliary equipment. The text can be used for licensing examination preparation, industrial classes, or as a reference book for studying boiler principles and upgrading skills. This new edition of Stationary Engineering includes coverage of new technologies including a section on condensing boilers combined with new information on soot blowers and superheater design. The Licensing Examination Preparation sections include 1,150 questions to help prepare for a licensing exam. Other topics include coverage of the latest EPA regulations and their implications, ASME boiler classifications, steam trap operation and efficiency, and emission control equipment operation
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Steam Plant Operation |
Comprehensive Reference Guide to Steam Power Plant Systems and Operation - For nearly 70 years, this has been the definitive reference for steam plant system design, installation, operation, maintenance and repair. This trusted resource has assisted more operators to pass licensing exams than any other text. Packed with illustrations and fundamental descriptions such as plant heat rates; efficiency; pump flow and power requirements; combustion processes; and plant emission collection efficiency. Steam Plant Operation keeps readers current with the latest design methods of various systems and assists in all areas of steam plant operation.
HVAC Books and Manuals |
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Alternative Refrigerant Blends & Oils |
Ozone depletion, direct and indirect effects of global warming, radiation, and the Federal Clean Air Act have created the necessity for the development of new refrigerants and oils. This module provides field technicians with a solid understanding of alternative refrigerants, refrigerant blends, oils, and their proper application.
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Audel
Air Conditioning Home and Commercial |
Complete Reference Manual Devoted Exclusively to Air Conditioning, Both Home and Commercial - Like its earlier editions, this fully updated guidebook is packed with practical information on installing, servicing, maintaining, and trouble-shooting air-conditioning systems. Whether you’re an AC professional, an independent repair technician, or a cost-conscious homeowner, everything you need is here. Clearly organized and loaded with diagrams and illustrations, it’s a vital addition to your toolbox.
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Audel
HVAC Fundamentals Volume 2: Heating Systems Components, Gas and Oil
Burners, and Automatic Controls |
Comprehensive Information on Heating System Components - Whether you’re an apprentice or a veteran HVAC technician, you know that technology changes and you need to keep up. This fully revised guidebook covers everything you need to know to install, maintain, and repair the components that run, regulate, and fuel both old and new systems. From oil burners and steam line controls to the newest chip-based technology and environmental regulations, Volume 2 helps you keep the heat on.
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Audel
HVAC Fundamentals Volume 3: Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps and
Distribution Systems |
Hands-On Guide to Installing, Servicing and Repairing Air Conditioning Systems - This third volume of Audel’s HVAC Library gives you a comprehensive, hands-on guide to installing, servicing, and repairing all basic air-conditioning systems in both new and older construction. You’ll also find complete coverage of specialized heating units–radiators, radiant heating systems, stoves, fireplaces, heat pumps, and indoor/outdoor pool heaters, plus fans, exhaust systems, air filters, and more.
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Audel
HVAC Pocket Reference |
Complete Pocket Reference Guide for HVAC Technicians - HVAC answers when you need them. When you need to check specs, confirm measurements, or make a quick metric conversion on the job, find the answers quickly and easily—right in your pocket
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Audel
Refrigeration Home and Commercial |
Complete Reference Manual Devoted Exclusively to Refrigeration, Both Home and Commercial - Here at last is a reference manual devoted exclusively to refrigeration, both home and commercial. Beginning with the essential physics and math, it provides a complete course in maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing both new and vintage refrigeration systems for home and light industry. You’ll find the answers you need, whether you’re a student, apprentice, cost-conscious homeowner, or skilled technician.
3 Volume Set |
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AnswerMan Series of Pocket Reference Guides
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Basic
Refrigeration & Charging Procedures Interactive
CD-ROM |
This interactive CD-ROM is an excellent training tool that fully describes and explains the refrigeration cycle. The CD contains information on refrigerant pressures, states and conditions as well as how they apply to the refrigeration system. Vapor pressures, subcooling, superheat, saturation, latent heat, and sensible heat are explained and applied to the refrigeration cycle. Basic system components, their functions and applications are included. Each point in the refrigeration cycle is explained in detail.
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Basic
Refrigeration & Charging Procedures |
Refrigerant pressures, states and conditions are covered, as well as how they apply to the refrigeration system. Vapor pressures, subcooling, superheat, saturation, latent heat, and sensible heat are explained and applied to the refrigeration cycle. Basic system components, their functions and applications are included. Detailed explanations of each point in the refrigeration cycle will clarify questions the reader may have.
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California Contractor Exam Prep:
Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (C-20) |
The California Contractor Exam-Prep: Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (C-20) CD, helps you understand exactly what knowledge is necessary in order to become proficient in any HVAC application. By answering the 300 multiple-choice questions, you cover all of the areas that you need to succeed in Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning. If you miss a question, Exam-Prep will give you the right answer and a full explanation of the basic principles involved in that question. Even if you guess the right answer, the explanation is there! So you actually LEARN what you need to know.
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California Contractor
Exam Prep: Refrigeration (C-38) |
The California Contractor Exam-Prep: Refrigeration (C-38) CD, prepares you for your State Contractor's License Examination. By answering the multiple-choice questions, you cover all of the areas that are in the actual test. If you miss a question, Exam-Prep will give you the right answer and a full explanation of the basic principles involved in that question. Even if you guess the right answer, the explanation is there! So you actually LEARN what you need to know.
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Combustion
Analysis & Fuel Efficiency |
Combustion analysis is the measurement of a combustion systems flue gases to determine the completeness (efficiency) of the combustion process. Combustion analysis is only the first step in maximizing fuel efficiency. An HVACR service technician must understand the Air/Fuel ratio, and venting adjustments necessary to accomplish efficiency.
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Carbon
Monoxide a Clear and Present Danger |
The collaborative effort of several of the brightest in the field of carbon monoxide detection, combustion analysis, and remediation. This book is intended to address carbon monoxide issues encountered by; First Responders (Fire Department EMT personnel and other Paramedics) Inspectors (local government and independent home inspectors) Technicians (HVAC, Plumbers, and utility company workers)
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Code Check HVAC
- 2nd
Edition |
A quick reference to the most up-to-date international mechanical codes, Code Check HVAC provides comprehensive information on essential heating, ventilation, and air conditioning codes and outlines the principles behind them. Its durable, laminated pages and flipchart format make it a perfect job-site resource. Updated to the current versions (as of 2005) of the Uniform Mechanical / NFPA Code and International Residential Code
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Compression Systems |
This module includes detailed information on compression ratio and volumetric efficiency. Practical examples and solutions are included to help the reader understand why some systems are more efficient than others. The discharge and suction strokes of reciprocating compressors and how they relate to compression ratio and volumetric efficiency are explained.
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DEWALT
HVAC Professional Reference |
The Pocket Reference Guide for the Climate Control Industry - The DEWALT HVAC Professional Reference is an ideal pocket reference book for anyone working in the climate control industry. It covers the design, installation, service, testing, balancing and troubleshooting for common HVAC applications such as compressors, temperature, fans, pressure, duct sizing, refrigeration, air velocities, heat transmission, thermostats and much more
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The Four R'S
Recovery-Recycling-Reclaiming-Regulation |
Now that your certified, in order to protect your status, you will need to know how these regulations effect you and your service procedures. This book was written to provide you with the information necessary for continued compliance. The Four R's covers many topics in detail including: SAE Standards J1989. J1990, and J1991, ARI Standards 700-88 and 740-91 and EPA Stratospheric Ozone Protection Final Rule Summary, reproduced in their entirety
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Fundamental
Refrigeration |
Fundamental Refrigeration covers all the basic principles and theories of refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Written in easy to understand language, this book contains a wealth of necessary fundamental knowledge. A low-tech, low stress introduction to the mechanical vapor compression cycle. Covering a broad range of information about refrigeration and air conditioning systems, this book is not only for those entering the field, but also for seasoned professionals who want a solid review of the basic principles.
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HVAC Instant
Answers |
IDENTIFY AND SOLVE EVEN THE MOST COMPLEX HVAC OPERATING PROBLEM IN SECONDS! Here’s a single-source reference that provides quick accurate answers to even the toughest HVAC questions! Portable, simple, well-illustrated and with just enough text to get the job done, HVAC Instant Answers provides fingertip access to the HVAC solutions needed to solve even the most difficult problem – in a flash.
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HVAC - Heating,
Ventilating, and Air Conditioning |
3rd Edition - HVAC covers all aspects of residential and commercial HVAC systems. Topics included are specifically designed for HVAC and building maintenance technicians. The text includes an introduction to HVAC fundamentals, types of HVAC units, load calculations, residential and commercial controls, with maintenance, troubleshooting, and servicing procedures. The CD-ROM is a self-study aid with Quick Quizzes™, an Illustrated Glossary, Media Clips, and Reference Material.
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HVAC
- Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Workbook |
HVAC Workbook is designed to reinforce information presented in HVAC. The Workbook includes review questions and activities. The activities correlate with textbook chapter content and reinforce troubleshooting knowledge and skills.
Resource Guide |
HVAC
- Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning Resource
Guide -
a complete instructional
package for teaching an HVAC class |
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HVAC/R Professional's
Field Guide to Alternative Refrigerants |
This 1,000 page plus unique field guide discusses both the procedures and problems contractors and service technicians face when retrofitting a system with an alternative refrigerant. Renowned author Richard Jazwin sorts through the confusion and misinformation regarding the alternative refrigerants and provides the facts every service technicians must know to successfully perform service.
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HVAC/R Terminology:
A Quick Reference Guide |
For those just starting in and seasoned veterans of the HVAC/R industry. This one-of-a-kind HVAC/R technical reference guide incorporates all the HVAC/R technical terms used in the industry today, and is an indispensable resource for professionals dealing with electricity, controls, refrigeration cycle, heating, psychometrics, boilers, heat pumps, heat transfer, load calculations.
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Medium
& High Efficiency Gas Furnaces |
This unique field guide discusses each important aspect of the medium to high efficiency gas furnaces used in central heating applications, from the combustion process to the venting of the furnace itself. The author Richard Jazwin also provides detailed information on other related topics including: furnace construction, controls and components, ignition systems, sequences of operation, basic service procedures, and electric / electronic troubleshooting and repair.
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Modern
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning |
Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning provides an excellent blend of theory with job-qualifying skills, making it a leader in the refrigeration and air conditioning field! This comprehensive text teaches both fundamental principles and the service techniques needed to diagnose and remedy HVAC problems. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning contains the most recent information and advances in the field needed to prepare the technician for success in today's world. This edition includes up-to-date material on EPA rules and regulations covering refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclaiming. Both students and practicing technicians will benefit from the comprehensive approach of this text, which provides a solid and thorough knowledge of all aspects of refrigeration and air conditioning.
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