New York, January 23, 2012 ― Industrial Press, America’s oldest continuous publisher of technical titles for manufacturing science and technology, has launched the 29th Edition of Machinery’s Handbook (MH). First published in 1914, MH is widely considered to be “the bible of the mechanical industries” throughout the world.
Senior Editor Christopher J. McCauley said “The 29th edition brings together volumes of information and data gathered, revised and improved upon by experts throughout manufacturing. It’s extraordinarily comprehensive yet easy to use. MH provides mechanical and manufacturing engineers, designers, draftsmen, toolmakers and machinists with a broad range of material from basic to highly advanced.”
Extensive Updates and 90 New Pages At ~2,800 pages, the 29th edition includes 90 new pages since the prior edition. It is offered in a Toolbox Edition as well as Large Print and CD-ROM editions. New content includes the following:
• Micromachining section
• Expanded content on hole coordinate calculations
• Introduction to Metrology (the science of measurement)
• Additional content in:
• Sheet metal and presses
• Shaft alignment
• Ttaps and tapping
• Helical coil screw thread inserts
• Solid geometry
• Differentiating bolts and screws
• Statistics
• Calculating thread dimensions
• Keys and keyways
• Miniature screws
• Metric screw threads
• Fluid mechanics.
Numerous sections have been thoroughly refreshed, reworked or renovated, including:
• Mathematics
• Mechanics and Strength of Materials
• Properties of Materials
• Dimensioning
• Gaging and Measuring
• Machining Operations
• Manufacturing Process
• Fasteners
• Threads and Threading
• Machine Elements
McCauley said “Metric content has been dramatically expanded. Wherever practical, metric units are listed adjacent to customary U.S. units. And, many formulas now offer equivalent metric expressions. Frequent examples have been added.” The design and typography has also improved with expanded tables of contents for each section fine-tuned to make it easier to locate information. The typography for tables and equations has been updated and reset. And, a large number of illustrations have been redrawn for enhanced clarity .
About Machinery’s Handbook
Machinery’s Handbook remains the world’s most popular reference work in metalworking, design, engineering and manufacturing facilities. It is in broad use in technical schools and colleges throughout the world. It is universally acknowledged as an extraordinary authoritative, comprehensive and practical tool, providing users with the most fundamental and essential aspects of sophisticated manufacturing practices. The 29th Edition of the “Bible of the Metalworking Industries” is the essential reference for mechanical, manufacturing, and industrial engineers, designers, draftsmen, toolmakers, machinists, engineering and technology students, and the serious home hobbyist. The storied history of MH is detailed at industrialpress/resource/history.
About Industrial Press
Privately held Industrial Press publishes Machinery’s Handbook and leading technical books for manufacturing science and technology. Founded in 1883, IP’s singular mission is the acquisition, development and sustained publication of technical books and references that strive for success in industrial education as they aid pragmatic day-day operations across all manufacturing disciplines. These books enjoy broad popularity in trade schools and college classrooms as well as on factory and shop floors around the world. Industrial Press seeks new book proposals from subject-matter experts who are prepared to offer a strong, well-articulated message. Our legendary Machinery’s Handbook remains industry’s most comprehensive technical reference. Industrial Press is located at 989 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10018. The firm’s website is located at industrialpress.com.
