Descriptions, use, safety techniques, and limits for particular fittings, pipes, and valves are provided in this broad reference for anyone who encounters industrial pipes that transport liquid or gas. A mechanical engineer with over 35 years experience in piping installation, operation, and maintenance, Murty offers technical information on such matters as commonly used piping materials, gaskets, relief valves, steam traps, expansion joints, pipe supports, insulation, and inspection. He includes ample photographs and drawings, and charts and graphs. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)