Pull up what you need to know. Pumps and hydraulic equipment are now used in more facets of industry than ever before. Whether you are a pump operator or you encounter pumps and hydraulic systems through your work in another skilled trade, a basic knowledge of the practical features, principles, installation, and maintenance of such systems is essential. You’ll find it all here, fully updated with real-world examples and 21st-century applications.This title helps to: learn to install and service pumps for nearly any application; understand the fundamentals and operating principles of pump controls and hydraulics; service and maintain individual pumping devices that use smaller motors; see how pumps are used in robotics, taking advantage of hydraulics to lift larger, heavier loads; handle new types of housings and work with the latest electronic controls; know the appropriate servicing schedule for different types of pumping equipment; and, also install and troubleshoot special-service pumps.