Installations that are constructed onsite are generally those employed at utility sections. Factory-assembled towers have applications in smaller industrial operations. The growing size and number of central stations, and new codes governing water qualities as well as dwindling water supplies, have made once-through cooling increasingly difficult. Today's economics simply favor mechanical-draft towers over hyperbolics except in very large stations. Provides insight into many different types of equipment.
Graphics help the reader understand the physical geometry of the equipment.
Layout makes good sense for this type of book. In fairness, the author may have felt that references were unnecessary as readers looking for additional information may simply contact equipment manufacturers. Experienced engineers will be fairly comfortable in knowing what most of the common pieces of equipment are and where they are used. Most will quickly realize that this book will pale in comparison to the sales representatives that can explain a piece of equipment for days. Feature Articles For Your Information ChE in Everyday Life ChE in Medicine Alternative Energy Proc.