The best and most complete basic boiler and refrigerator operator exam preparation book for readers and students looking to sharpen their skill set. The book is presented in a conversational tone with direct and straightforward methods to cover both boilers and refrigeration principles and their related accessories.

This publication acts as a guide to installing, operating, and maintaining boilers in industrial, commercial and other facilities.

Each year more and more local and state municipalities require maintenance professionals to be licensed to operate boilers and their accessories. Skilled trades courses do a decent job providing an introduction to the field of boiler operations but many are deficient in preparing students or readers on what is essential to passing an boiler operator examination. This book has boiled down the crucial and necessary parts in layman terms so the reader can focus on what's most important; integrating the knowledge in a manner that will allow them to recall that information either in a written or oral form when needed. There is not a book on the market like this and it will definitely help the reader that applies themselves to adopting its principles.

Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning is the leader in the refrigeration and air conditioning field! This comprehensive text teaches fundamental principles and service techniques. The text tells and shows how to diagnose and remedy HVAC problems. It provides an excellent blend of theory with job-qualifying skills. This text contains all the most recent information and advances necessary to prepare the technician for today's world. Modern Refrigeration and Air Conditioning provides the foundation on which a solid and thorough knowledge of refrigeration and air conditioning may be based. Students, as well as practicing technicians, will benefit from the topics covered in this book. This edition includes up-to-date information on refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclaiming. -- Chapters are divided into smaller self-standing modules for ease of use. -- Covers the operation of systems and their specific components. -- Progresses from basic to advanced principles using understandable terminology. -- Current information on the EPA rules, regulations, and guidelines. -- Identification of the various types of new refrigerants such as 134a and 123, and information on equipment needed for refrigerant recovery, recycling, and reclaiming. -- Up-to-date methods of sizing, installing, and maintaining refrigeration and air conditioning systems. -- Proper procedures for using troubleshooting charts. -- Emphasizes procedures that will help the service technician become more efficient. -- Uses both US Conventional and SI Metric units. -- Chapters include Module Title(s), Key Terms, Objectives, Review of Safety (where applicable), and Test Your Knowledge questions.

This book is an up-to-date resource for career information, giving details on all major jobs in the United States.

Part 1 Focuses on planning and starting your business. This section will help you formulate a business plan, choose a business structure, understand licensing and insurance requirements and gain basic management and marketing skills.Part 2 Covers fundamentals you will need to know in order to operate a successful construction business. This section covers estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental responsibilities and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors and customers.Part 3 Provides valuable information to assist you in running the administrative function of your business. Financial management, tax basics, and lien laws are covered. Effective management of these areas of business is vital and failure proper attention can cause serious problems.