Physical Plant Equipment Fundamentals un-complicates the care and repair of common plant equipment--providing direction to mechanics and electricians, furthering their base understanding through referenced examples. It addresses many of the knowledge gaps of the untrained and/or inexperienced maintenance mechanic, but both fledgling and journeyman level repair personnel can benefit from the instruction and advice it offers The book is organized into four sections: Essential Plant Systems and Equipment; Associated Accessories and Mechanisms; Operations and Maintenance Support, and Plant Engineering Principles and Norms.

Ken Petrocelly has held responsible positions in every facet of facilities engineering and physical plant operations, including: construction, safety, security, maintenance, operations, communications and environmental services; both at the rank and file and at managerial levels.