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Conduit Bending and Fabrication was developed to help electricians and technicians learn to accurately bend electrical conduit. It includes numerous step-by-step procedures showing the proper methods of conduit bending. The major emphasis of the book is on learning the fundamentals required when bending EMT and rigid conduit. The book also covers the operation of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic benders. It is an ideal reference for any electrician or maintenance technician. One full-color, 32-page Quick Reference Guide is provided with the text to assist individuals in the field. Additional quantities are available for purchase separately.
Features:
- Tech Facts provide background information of interest to electricians.
- Close-up photographs illustrate details of equipment operation.
- Step-by-step procedures describe proper methods of bending conduit.
- Equipment from leading manufacturers is depicted throughout the text.
- A chapter Table of Contents makes it easy to find relevant information.
- A chapter Introduction provides an overview of key content found in the chapter.
- Step-by-step photographs coordinate with procedures and show proper methods.
- Objectives provide a summary of learning goals for the chapter.
Conduit Bending and Fabrication provides a comprehensive overview of conduit bending and fabrication procedures arid methods. Detailed illustrations, step-by-step procedures, and standard applications are used throughout the text. Content includes complete coverage of the following:
- All aspects of hand bending tools, conduit layout, and simple hand bending procedures for 90-degree bends, offsets, kicks, and saddles.
- Mechanical, electric, and hydraulic benders, and layout for 90-degree bends, offsets, kicks, and saddles.
- Charting a bender for bending accuracy and efficiency.
- Conduit threading tools and procedures.
- Advanced bending techniques for segmented and concentric bends.
The comprehensive CD-ROM included in the book features the following:
- Quick Quizzes that provide an interactive review of key topics.
- Illustrated Glossary that defines terms, with links to selected illustrations and video clips.
- Bending Calculator that allows for quick layout and bending calculations.
- Procedural Videos that depict common conduit bending and fabrication procedures.
- Reference Material that provides Internet links to related organizations and resources.
A full-color 32-page reference guide is provided with the text to assist workers in the field. Additional quantities of the Conduit Bending and Fabrication Reference Guide can be purchased separately.
From the Introduction
Conduit Bending and Fabrication provides a comprehensive overview of conduit bending and fabrication procedures and methods. This textbook is designed to develop basic competencies in electrical apprentices and beginning learners.
Conduit Bending and Fabrication begins with a thorough discussion of hand bending tools, conduit layout, and simple hand bending procedures. Subsequent chapters expand on the basics to include procedures for hand bending offsets and saddles. After the principles of bending and layout are covered, later chapters cover the same types of bends made with mechanical, electric, and hydraulic benders.
Conduit Bending and Fabrication contains 10 chapters. At the beginning of each chapter, a chapter Table of Contents makes it easy to find desired information. At the end of each chapter, a chapter Summary helps learners review key concepts and reinforce common procedures.
Key terms are italicized and defined in the text for additional clarity. Tech Facts and vignettes throughout the text provide information that enhances text content. An extensive Glossary and Appendix provide useful, easy-to-find information. A comprehensive Table of Contents and Index simplify navigation and make finding information easy.
The Conduit Bending and Fabrication CD-ROM located at the back of the book is designed as a self-study aid to complement information presented in the book and includes Quick Quizzes, an Illustrated Glossary, Video Clips, and Reference Material. The Quick Quizzes offer an interactive review of topics in a chapter. The Illustrated Glossary provides a helpful reference to terms commonly used in industry. The Video Clips are a collection of video clips and animated graphics showing common conduit bending procedures. Reference Material provides access to Internet links to manufacturer, association, and American Tech resources.
About the Author
Steve Lipster has more than 20 years of experience as an electrician and JATC instructor. He completed his apprenticeship at the Columbus Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee. One year after completing his apprenticeship, he was appointed as a labor trustee on the same committee that sponsored his apprenticeship. Within a short time, he began teaching at the JATC. He authored the JATC publications Power Harmonics, Surveying and Excavation for Wireman, and Uninterruptible Power Supplies. He was awarded the prestigious Founders Scholarship from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers and returned to college to pursue a degree in Technology Education at The Ohio State University, where he graduated magna cum laude. Shortly before his graduation, he was appointed JATC/Electrical Trades Center director. In addition to his membership in the IBEW, Mr. Lipster is also a member of the National Fire Protection Association and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and is currently the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Heart of Ohio College Tech Prep Consortium.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Raceways and Conduit Systems. Chapter 2: Hand Bending - 90° Bends. Chapter 3: Hand Bending - Offset Bends and Kicks. Chapter 4: Hand Bending - Saddles and Corner Offsets. Chapter 5: Mechanical and Electrical Benders. Chapter 6: Hydraulic Benders. Chapter 7: Other Conduit Types. Chapter 8: Threaded Conduit. Chapter 9: Advanced Bending Technique. Chapter 10: Underground Conduit Installation. Appendix. Glossary. Index.
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