Description
Energy Conservation Through Control by Francis G. Shinskey is a technical guide for engineers and plant managers seeking to optimise energy efficiency across industrial operations. The book begins with a review of thermodynamic principles, particularly the first law of thermodynamics, and applies them to energy conversion and control processes. Shinskey demonstrates how a skilled control engineer can reduce operating costs and maximise production from existing equipment by understanding and fine-tuning plant operations. The text covers practical industrial applications including combustion control, efficient management of steam plants, and the monitoring and optimisation of refrigeration and HVAC systems. It also addresses mass-transfer operations such as evaporation, drying of solids, and distillation, which account for substantial energy use in industry.
Combining theoretical grounding with actionable engineering strategies, the volume is suited to professionals in process engineering, energy management and industrial operations who aim to implement cost-effective and sustainable energy practices.
