The Farmer's and Groundsman's Workshop: A Guide to Planning Vehicle and Machinery Maintenance

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Every day thousands of vehicles and machines are in operation which help to produce our food, construct our buildings and keep our sports pitches, parks and green spaces in good order so that we can enjoy our sport and leisure activities. The people who own and operate these machines, whether they be in the public, or the private, sector spend large sums of money purchasing, running and maintaining them. This well illustrated book is essential reading for those in charge of a workshop and those in the agricultural, grounds care and constructions sectors. * Discusses what maintenance is, why it is so important and what is required in order to administer an efficient maintenance programme.* Examines what is needed in a workshop and how it should be maintained and organized, paying particular attention to health and safety issues.* Discusses machinery dealerships, the historical development of machinery, and machinery maintenance schedules.* Considers diesel and small petrol engines, transmission systems and the elements of power transmission, tyres, tracks and steering, vehicle electrics and hydraulics.* Guides the reader through all aspects of metalwork, fabrication and welding. AUTHOR: Brian Cairns started his working life as an apprentice agricultural engineer in 1977 and obtained a degree in agricultural engineering at Writtle College and went on to teach at the College. Brian maintained a keen interest in engineering and machinery, and was involved in partnerships with the machinery manufacturers and dealerships, and in their technician apprenticeship schemes. Currently employed as Director for Sustainable Built Environment and Land-based Industries at MOVE Life Long Learning Network in the East of England, Brian works with industry and universities to develop new courses for people who are in employment in his areas of responsibility. ILLUSTRATIONS 450 photos and drawings *

Brian Cairns started his working life as an apprentice agricultural engineer in 1977, then undertook further training at Rycotewood College, obtained a degree in agricultural engineering at Writtle College and went on to teach at the College. Throughout his time at Writtle, Brian maintained a keen interest in engineering and machinery, and was involved in partnerships with the machinery manufacturers and dealerships, and in their technician apprenticeship schemes. Currently employed as Director for Sustainable Built Environment and Land-based Industries at MOVE Life Long Learning Network in the East of England, Brian works with industry and universities to develop new courses for people who are in employment in his areas of responsibility. Resident - Essex