How does the HI Engineering Data Book stack up against the competition?

When a system fails in the field, you often don't have access to your desktop modeling suite. Having the Data Book allows for rapid diagnostic calculations on-site. How to Get the Most Out of the Resource

The origins of the Hydraulic Institute date back to 1917, when pump manufacturers came together to standardize dimensions and testing methods. The first compilation of engineering data emerged from a growing recognition that the industry lacked a single, trusted source for critical constants, conversion factors, and empirical relationships. Over the decades, the Data Book has evolved through numerous editions, each reflecting advances in materials, computational methods, and energy efficiency standards.

A pump cannot be selected in isolation; it must match the system it serves. The Data Book dedicates significant space to calculating system resistance.

While the classic "spiral-bound" desk reference remains a staple, the Hydraulic Institute has modernized the Engineering Data Book. Recent iterations and digital counterparts offer: