Now in its sixth edition, Electrical Control for Machines continues to provide an extraordinarily complete introduction to the range of technologies found in today's state-of-the-art industrial systems. By providing readers with a practical understanding of the logic and safety conditions required for efficient control of a single machine or a complex system, the authors define the field of industrial electrical controls in a manner that reflects the changes occurring in today's manufacturing and process industries. Central to the book is the belief that programmable, expandable, reliable, and versatile manufacturing systems require a conceptual understanding at the system level as well as detailed knowledge at the equipment level. In-depth discussions of state-of-the-art process and machine control devices, circuits, and systems for all types of industries are included, along with thorough explanations of how electrical and electronic components function in typical motion, pressure, temperature, sequential, safety, and quality control systems. Ideal for industrial process engineers, maintenance technicians, and engineering technology students, this edition now features an introduction to the operation, configuration, and programming of PLCs as well as new coverage of the expanding use of networks within industrial processes. Knowledge of basic theories of electricity and electrical circuits is assumed, and an entire chapter is devoted to discussion of safety and safety considerations.

Product Benefits:

• emphasis is on modern control systems that contain mature technologies (e.g., electrical motors), expanding technologies (e.g., PLCs), and new technologies (e.g., fiber optics)
• all information is presented in a logical and systematic sequence that facilitates learning, taking readers from basic principles to advanced applications while limiting the jargon to terms widely accepted by control manufacturers and equipment users
• system design issues and troubleshooting techniques are applied to real-world applications that reflect the range of technologies found in today's industrial systems
• highly practical and realistic examples feature the use of common equipment and procedures, enabling readers to readily apply what they have learned to solve problems
• concise text explanations, useful diagrams, plus all-new photographs make it easy to read, understand, and learn from the book
• review questions at the end of each chapter underscore key points while a comprehensive glossary aids readers in understanding and mastering key terms
• handy appendices offer instant access to frequently used electrical symbols, measurement units, rules of thumb, electrical formulas, electrical codes and standards, power factor corrections, and more
• X references to informational web sites linking the reader with manufacturers and professional organizations are presented throughout the text