Friction Loss Books
Friction Loss Books
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Anybody know of any books/software that does friction loss calculations - looking for:
- basic 'sump to pump to process' pumping system - no multiple nodes, simple piping.
- methods of calculating losses for mining slurries, paper stock, viscous liquids.
Currently I use the cameron hydraulic book, but the calculations always seem to need 'tweeking' between the paper solution and the real solution.
- basic 'sump to pump to process' pumping system - no multiple nodes, simple piping.
- methods of calculating losses for mining slurries, paper stock, viscous liquids.
Currently I use the cameron hydraulic book, but the calculations always seem to need 'tweeking' between the paper solution and the real solution.





RE: Friction Loss Books
I think its cost is around $50 now, but it is worth every penny for me (petroleum).
RE: Friction Loss Books
As far as determinging friction loss for Slurries, you might want to contact Svedala. In the past, I used a book that they produced which highlights friction factors for slurry pumping based on slurry concentrations, particle sizes, etc.
Jonathan Ives
Project Engineer
Transalta, Alberta Thermal Plants
Duffield, Alberta
RE: Friction Loss Books
Another one, which I have only scanned through and followed some examples is "Slurry Systems Handbook" McGraw Hill.
Depending on the case they require knowing the limits and possible range for the estimates.
RE: Friction Loss Books
I have also found a complete formula (no need for Darcy graph) in the book for Tour and Andersson. This is also a very good in general for boilers, piping and valves etc.