Basics for the Fluid Power Mechanic, John J. Pippenger, P.E, C.F.P.E., Greg P. Gordon, P.E., 1994, FPS Amalgam, Hardcover, 6 1/4 x 91/4 inches, 238 pages, $48.00 (plus $5.00 shipping).

Forward:    The objective of this text is to provide a working knowledge of both hydraulics (power transmitted through a liquid) and pneumatics (power transmitted through a gas) for the entry level Fluid Power Mechanic and/or Machine Operator. Principles of operation, maintenance procedures, machine set-up, troubleshooting and equipment repair are covered in the text.

    Upon completion of the materials in this text, the student should be prepared to take the examination for certification as an entry level fluid power mechanic and/or operator of machinery using hydraulics and/or pneumatics for power transmission.

    Review questions are at the end of each chapter to measure retention and to aid in the understanding of the text materials.

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Power, Power Transmission and Symbology
  3. Moving the fluid
  4. Conditioning and Storing the Fluid
  5. Actuators
  6. Controlling Pressure Level
  7. Directional Control
  8. Control of Flow Rate
  9. Interconnecting Lines
  10. Fluid Conditioning
  11. Energy Storage Devices
  12. Intensifiers, Amplifiers, Air-Oil Systems
  13. Circuit Considerations
  14. Identification and Correction of Circuit Malfunction
  15. Repairs, Basic Skills and Practices
  16. Maintenance Procedures

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