Industrial & Manufacturing

By the New York Times’s Global Economics Correspondent, an extraordinary journey to understand the worldwide supply chain—exposing both the fascinating pathways of manufacturing and transportation that bring products to your doorstep, and the ruthless business logic that has left local...

Help transform your business and innovate like the world's top tech companies! Transformed: Moving to the Product Operating Model was written to bridge the gap between where most companies are right now and where they need to be. The leaders of these companies know they must transform to compete...

In April 1956, a refitted oil tanker carried 58 shipping containers from Newark to Houston....

In The Origins of Efficiency, Brian Potter argues that improving production efficiency—finding ways to produce goods and services in less time, with less labor, using fewer resources—is the force behind some of the biggest and most consequential changes in human history.

Whether you're an aspiring or experienced welding professional, this comprehensive guide covers every critical aspect of the CWI Part A exam.

Most construction projects don’t fail the way we think they do. They don’t fail because crews didn’t work hard enough. They don’t fail ...

A WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER "If you’re in any kind of leadership role—whether at a company, a non-profit, or somewhere else—there’s a lot you can learn here."—Bill Gates, Gates Notes How could General Electric—perhaps America’s most iconic corporation—suffer such a swift and...

Surprising rules for successful monetization In Monetizing Innovation, the authors at Simon Kucher distil the lessons of thirty years and over 10,000 projects into a practical, nine-step approach. Whether you are a CEO, executive leadership, or part of the team responsible for innovation and new...

Under the aegis of machine learning in our data-driven machine age, computers are programming themselves and solving an extraordinary range of problems....

A finalist for the PEN/E. O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award The gripping story of the most important overlooked commodity in the world--sand--and the crucial role it plays in our lives. After water and air, sand is the natural resource that we consume more than any other--even more than...

Finally, we are learning that simplicity equals sanity. We’re rebelling against technology that’s too complicated, DVD players with too many menus, and software accompanied by 75-megabyte “read me” manuals....

The bestselling author of Inside Steve’s Brain profiles Apple’s legendary chief designer, Jonathan Ive Jony Ive’s designs have not only made Apple one of the most valuable companies in the world; they’ve overturned entire industries, from music and mobile phones to PCs and tablets. But...

What if the Internet goes dark? We think of the Internet as wireless, weightless, ever-present—but its true foundation lies in the ocean’s depths, where nearly 900,000 miles of fiber-optic cables quietly pulse with all the world’s information. In The Web Beneath the Waves, the acclaimed...

LONGLISTED AS A FINANCIAL TIMES AND SCHRODERS BUSINESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE ROYAL SOCIETY TRIVEDI SCIENCE BOOK PRIZE An illuminating tour through the manufacturing world and its seismic influence on our lives, from internationally renowned expert Tim Minshall We live in a...

Did you ever want to start 3D printing but think it might be too difficult to learn? Do you feel that the subject matter is overly technical and possibly out of reach? Or do you believe that it would be just too complicated to even get started?

I, Wes Sander, will share the secrets of creating knives and swords that are easy to make, yet strong and sharp....

In today’s competitive industrial landscape, downtime is costly — not just in money, but in reputation, customer trust, and operational ...

"Conquer the CWI Part C Exam: Your Guide to Passing the Certified Welding Inspector Code Book Exam" is a concise summary designed to introduce ...

"Conquer the CWI Part B Exam: Your Guide to Passing the Certified Welding Inspector Practical Exam" is a concise summary designed to help aspiring ...

Conquer the Industrial Machinery Field: A Comprehensive Guide to Careers as Machinery Mechanics, Maintenance Workers, and Millwrights is your ...

Organizations face rising costs and increasing competition every day. With Lean Six Sigma, you can combat these problems and grow your business.

Conquer the Boiler Operator Exam provides a clear, practical, and comprehensive overview of modern boiler operation for steam and hot water systems...

Get exam-ready fast with this streamlined review of HVAC fundamentals. Covering the core concepts of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and ...

Conquer the Maintenance and Repair Field: Your Guide to a Career Fixing and Maintaining Machines, Mechanical Equipment, and Buildings is a ...

This comprehensive study guide provides in-depth coverage of the full scope of work performed by California Structural Steel Contractors. It ...

Hydraulic systems power some of the most important machines in construction, manufacturing, transportation, and heavy industry. This comprehensive guide provides a clear and practical understanding of how fluid power systems operate, how their components interact, and how technicians maintain reliable hydraulic performance in real-world environments. The book explains the core principles of hydraulic power, including pressure, flow, and fluid behavior, while exploring the operation of pumps, valves, cylinders, motors, and control systems. Readers will gain a strong technical foundation in ...

In The Element Gap: Rare Earths and the Limit of Progress, Bernd Riemann provides a rigorous technical and geopolitical analysis of the physical constraints governing modern industrial civilization. This five-part study evaluates the convergence of atomic chemistry, thermodynamic law, and international relations to define the specific barriers to a digitized, electrified future. Part I: The Atomic Foundation Human progress is not a linear path of innovation but a series of collisions with the physical properties of matter. Riemann introduces the concept of the periodic trap, establishing ...

Industrial facilities depend on reliable machinery to maintain production, safety, and efficiency. From rotating equipment and power transmission systems to hydraulic and pneumatic controls, modern industrial machines contain complex mechanical systems that require skilled maintenance and troubleshooting. This guide presents the technical foundations needed to understand how industrial machinery operates and how it is maintained in demanding production environments. The book explores the structural design of machines, mechanical components, power transmission systems, lubrication methods, ...

Most construction projects don’t fail the way we think they do. They don’t fail because crews didn’t work hard enough. They don’t fail because people didn’t care. And they don’t fail because “construction is just difficult.” They fail because they were never set up to succeed. In The First Planner System®, Jason Schroeder exposes the real problem behind missed schedules, blown budgets, burned-out teams, and chaotic jobsites: a broken planning system upstream. And more importantly, he gives the industry something it has been missing for decades—a complete, practical ...

Throughout the globe, STEM careers exist. However, in some countries, particular STEM careers have been male-dominated while in other countries no gender biases exist as it relates to STEM careers. One common trend which occurs throughout the world is that women who are working in these STEM...

Industrial maintenance technicians keep modern facilities running by maintaining the machines, systems, and automated processes that power production. This focused guide presents the essential principles behind mechanical equipment, electrical systems, automation, fluid power, and diagnostics in a clear and efficient format designed for rapid review and practical understanding. Each section explains how industrial systems function, how components interact, and how performance changes reveal developing problems. Mechanical topics explore forces, motion, vibration, drives, alignment, and ...

Deportation Theater reveals how immigration politics is engineered spectacle, deliberately manufacturing racism to divide workers, suppress wages, and expand State power - serving a multi-racial billionaire elite - the SWARM - while preventing genuine working-class unity.

Master the core principles that power modern mechanical systems with this fast, focused guide covering the essential technical knowledge used across multiple skilled trades. This book explains how heating, cooling, pressure, flow, combustion, and motion interact inside real equipment, giving you a clear understanding of how mechanical systems actually function in the field. Each section builds practical comprehension of system behavior rather than isolated facts, helping you think like a technician instead of memorizing disconnected concepts. You will explore the foundational science behind...

Compressed air is the most expensive utility in every factory — yet it is also the most wasted. This book reveals the hidden losses that silently drain 20–45% of energy from your system. Through practical diagnostics, real case studies, and proven strategies, you will learn how to: Detect and eliminate leaks Reduce pressure drop Fix bad compressor control Lower artificial demand Optimize piping design Improve air quality Audit and measure real performance Whether you’re a maintenance engineer, energy auditor, reliability manager, or plant leader, this book gives you everything you ...

Mechanical trades demand technical precision, safety awareness, and a deep understanding of how interconnected systems operate under pressure and temperature extremes. This comprehensive all-in-one guide brings together the core principles behind HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, hydronics, pipefitting, gas fitting, welding, industrial maintenance, and stationary engineer plant operations into one structured reference. From combustion science and refrigeration cycle diagnostics to pump selection, steam systems, condensers, and metering devices, this book delivers clear explanations of how ...