Electrical Utilities, Power Generation, and Power Transmission
Books Related to The Generation, Transmission, and Management of Electrical Power from a Variety of Sources

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Electrical Power Generation & Transmission

ElectriCalc Pro - 2008 National Electrical Code (NEC) Calculator
Compliant with 2008, 2005, 2002, 1999, and 1996 NEC
For Electrical Contractors, Designers, Electricians
Saves time, reduces material cost and eliminates code violations on electrical design, estimating and construction jobs. Compliant with 2008, 2005, 2002, 1999, and 1996 NEC® and updateable for future code revisions. Complete wire sizing, integrated voltage drops solutions and conduit sizing solutions: finds motor full-loads, computes fuse and breaker sizes and size overload protection.

Electrical Essentials For Powerline Workers
Convenient Reference on the electrical theory that is the foundation of an electrical utility system!
The second edition includes updates to many technical points, describes the equipment and situations that lineworkers deal with daily, and features information on safety. The thorough explanation of theory increases the lineworker’s knowledge of the system being operated and maintained. The material is presented in a chronological order, taking the reader from an overview of power systems through current technology affecting the operation of electrical utilities.

Electrical Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution Handbook
Covers Conventional and Non-Conventional Methods of Power Generation!
Part of the book offers focused and detailed coverage of conventional and nonconventional methods of power generation, transmission and distribution systems, electric power utilization, and power quality. Provides convenient access to both overviews and detailed information on a diverse array of topics. Thoroughly updated, this book is at the forefront of developments in modern power systems, reflecting international standards, practices, and technologies. Three new chapters examine the environmental impact of transmission lines, real-time control of distributed generation, and distribution system characteristics and protection. Up-to-date information on highly active areas including advanced energy technologies, distributed utilities, load characterization and modeling, and power quality issues such as power system harmonics, voltage sags, and power quality monitoring. Remaining relevant in a rapidly evolving field, it helps you develop and maintain safe, efficient, and economical power generation and delivery in today's dynamic and high-demand environment. Hard-cover, 512 pages, May 2007

Electrical Power Industry in Nontechnical Language
Explains the Power Industry in Everyday Language!
In the second edition of this bestseller, Denise Warkentin-Glenn presents in everyday language the nuances, history, and recent developments of the electric power industry. This new version includes updated information on utilities, merchant plants, rural cooperatives, government entities and more. It also has new chapters covering the 2005 Energy Policy Act, environmental standards, and updates to industry mergers and acquisitions. This important edition gives a comprehensive look at our country’s most critical economic driver. Key Features: Impacts of new regulation/ Simple and clear explanations of generation, transmission and governance/ How cleaner fuels and new technology are transforming the industry/ The newest environmental standards . Hard-cover, 306 pages, March 2006

Electricity 3: Power Generation and Delivery
Covers Power Generators and Delivery of Single and 3-Phase Power to Customers!
Designed for both novice and practicing electrical workers, Electricity: Power Generation and Delivery, 9th Edition, explores various types of generators and the delivery of single phase and three-phase power to the customer site. The ninth edition is updated to the 2008 National Electrical Code® and includes safety features from the power supply industry and current OSHA standards where applicable. This updated edition also features all-new coverage of generator maintenance and troubleshooting and expanded coverage of transfer switches, transformers, and connections. With a continued focus on the “hows” and “whys” of electrical system operation, readers will gain a solid understanding that goes beyond what to do in an electrical problem to why various electrical procedures are important. Soft-cover, 264 pages, May 2008

Field Guide For Powerline Workers
Invaluable Tool Full of Basic Principles and Practices for Cable Lineman!
This electrical application manual offers a reader-friendly, day-to-day approach to constructing, operating, and maintaining electrical distribution and transmission lines - both overhead and underground. Completely up-to-date with the latest OSHA guidelines and safety requirements, this book thoroughly outlines strategies for risk reduction, personal protection, managing emergencies, and controlling hazards on-the-job! Readers will learn effective troubleshooting skills that will enable them to handle situations involving power outages, voltage irregularities, transformers, and more. The material is presented in a quick reference format so that must-know information will be easily accessible in the field

Guidebook for Linemen & Cablemen
Comprehensive Reference Tool for Linemen, Cablemen Foremen of Electric Utility Companies
A comprehensive and reader-friendly reference tool that contains the most-up-to date information for linemen, cablemen, foremen, and others associated with transmission and distribution departments of electric utility companies. This book discusses the equipment used as well as the responsibilities of a lineman and cablemen. It explains in detail the training and need for safety within this profession. This book is an invaluable resource, providing linemen and cablemen with the best quality and most up-to-date information for their fast growing, technology based, profession.

Guide to Electric Power Generation - 3rd Edition
Covers Power Generators and Delivery of Single and 3-Phase Power to Customers!
This fully illustrated reference brings you detailed coverage of the full spectrum of equipment and processes used in the production of electricity, from the basics of energy conversion, to prime movers, generators, and boilers. The reader will find much useful information on the characteristics of fuels, including coal, oil, natural gas, nuclear and others, along with proper methods for handling them and their residues. Also extensively covered are internal combustion engines, steam turbines, and reciprocating steam engines. Feedwater treatment, ash removal reliability, operation and maintenance considerations are all examined in detail. The second edition expands coverage of gasification of coal, gas turbines and effective use of generation in place of efficiency measures. Hard-cover, 269 pages, November 2005

Lineman’s and Cableman’s Handbook
The Industry “Bible” Since 1928!
This newly revised text, now in full color, provides easy-to-follow instructions and the essential information for controlling industrial motors. Most commonly-used devices in contemporary industrial settings are covered. Many circuits are explained with clear and concise step-by-step sequences that help students learn the concepts and applications of control logic.

Power Quality Measurement and Troubleshooting
This new edition covers the fundamentals of power generation, distribution, quality, monitoring, and troubleshooting. On-line and portable power monitoring and testing concepts are detailed. Power quality measurements are introduced with common applications. Factoids throughout the chapters relate to power quality principles, troubleshooting tips, test instrument applications, and selected chapter content. Power Quality Measurement and Troubleshooting is authorized by the Fluke Corporation, and Fluke test instruments are depicted throughout the text.

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