{"product_id":"steam-manual-vicente-blzazquez-navarro-9798315226451","title":"Steam Manual: Energy Efficiency and Intelligent Steam Traps","description":"The Steam Manual: Energy Efficiency and Intelligent Smart Traps is a comprehensive technical guide to the generation, use, and optimization of steam in industry. The book begins with the basics of steam, explaining its physical properties and changes in state of water, and then delves into the effects of flash steam and its impact on industrial systems.\u003cbr\u003eThroughout its chapters, the author describes in detail the operation of steam traps, explaining the different types available, their advantages and disadvantages, as well as their importance in the efficiency of steam networks. Key aspects of steam and condensate network design are also addressed, including pipe selection, pressure drops, thermal expansion, and water hammer prevention.\u003cbr\u003eThe book focuses on energy efficiency, analysing steam losses and waste reduction strategies, intelligent steam traps, advanced monitoring systems, and digital management tools like SmartWatchWeb(TM) optimize energy use and reduce CO₂ emissions.\u003cbr\u003eThe book ends with a practical focus on inspection and maintenance of steam traps, providing methodologies and techniques to ensure optimal operation and prolong the useful lifespan of steam systems in industrial environments.\u003cbr\u003eIntended for engineers, technicians and professionals in the sector, this manual is a key tool to improve the efficiency of steam networks and reduce operating costs in a sustainable manner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Vicente Blázquez Navarro\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798315226451\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/23\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 128\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.95lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.33d","brand":"Vicente Blázquez Navarro","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48066489843967,"sku":"9798315226451","price":28.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_2c561334-fa7a-464c-9ea6-49a9c7d2a74a.jpg?v=1768678766","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/steam-manual-vicente-blzazquez-navarro-9798315226451","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}