Building construction and materials Books

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

There is clearly potential for the industrial production of open buildings, buildings where the parts which are designed to allow a high degree of freedom for layout, construction and adaptation. Industrialized open building has the potential to...

Contaminated land is a problem both in the short and long term as it cannot be used without remediation. The investigation and analysis of the problem, along with the legal responsibilities surrounding the issues, continue to present difficulties to...

Structural Competency for Architects is a comprehensive volume covering topics from structural systems and typologies to statics, strength of materials, and component design. The book includes everything you need to know about structures for the design...

"A model city, the hope of democracy" - John Nolen on his suggested plans for Madison, WisconsinThis book connects John Nolen's political and social visions with his design proposals by analyzing his extensive writings, personal correspondence and some...

Occupational accidents have a massive personal and social cost as well as a major financial cost. The construction industry is one of the most dangerous industries, accounting for around 20-30% of all occupational deaths worldwide. The accompanying...

Building defects still continue to plague the construction industry. The lessons learned over the last forty years have not been fully applied. Many new or refurbished buildings still leak or crack. Lack of awareness by designers and installers as to the...

Essential reading for building owners, facilities managers, architects and surveyors, this book will also prove useful on business management and facilities management courses, and for those studying architecture, surveying and real estate management.

Today's businesses are driven by customer 'pull' and technological 'push'. To remain competitive in this dynamic business world, engineering and construction organizations are constantly innovating with new technology tools and techniques to improve...

Disasters are not natural. Natural events such as earthquakes, floods, hurricanes, etc. become disasters because of the fragile relations that exist between the natural, human and built environments. Sadly, major disasters will always occur in towns and...

Do recent moves in the construction industry towards collaborative working and other new procurement procedures really make good business sense? Procurement in the Construction Industry is the result of research into this question and it...

This essential book introduces the concept of nD modelling, which takes the theory of computer modelling of the built environment to n dimensions. nD modelling utilizes a decision support tool for systematic assessment and comparison between various...

Construction is one of the most challenging industrial environments for effective people management. It is characterised by geographically dispersed projects, production-oriented management styles, long working hours, high levels of staff turnover and...

Dive into the dynamic world of construction project management with the 2024 Student Edition of "Construction Project Management 101: For Beginners & New Graduates." The essential guide to navigating the intricacies of this highly lucrative and...

With new chapters on electrical system optimization and ISO 50001, this edition also covers the latest updates to codes and standards in the energy industry. Also included are chapters on energy economic analysis, energy auditing, waste heat...

Uncover the Secrets of Comfort: "HVAC FOR BEGINNERS 2024"  Are you tired of feeling like an amateur when it comes to home comfort? Is the world of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) a mysterious maze you're eager to navigate? Look no...

FPL-GTR-217. This document provides guidance on wood preservation options in the context of historic preservation. Preserving wooden building materials is critical to historic preservation practitioners. Biodeterioration can be minimized through design,...

<p>Many people in Brazoria County, Texas, are unaware that a lumbering industry exists or has ever existed in the county. Books and other publications have written about the county&rsquo;s other industries and enterprises such as chemicals,...

Maintaining complete, comprehensive, detailing records of every process or deliverable items is fundamentally essential to the efficient control of the work, to the achievement of all Company and Project objectives and to the management of the potential...

Everybody seems to be worried about energy nowadays. There are some good reasons for this. The price of home heating fuels has almost doubled in the past two years and may yet go higher. For many people, this creates problems. Comfort and warmth are very...

Il libro ""Della Cappella De' Sepolcri Medicei In S. Lorenzo Di Firenze: E Della Grande Cupola Ivi Dipinta Dal Commendatore Pietro Benvenuti"" scritto da Melchior Missirini nel 1836, ����� una descrizione dettagliata della cappella dei Sepolcri Medicei...

De Trogi Pompei Apud Antiquos Auctoritate est liber Hermanni Crohn, qui anno 1882 editus est. In hoc libro, auctor disserit de Trogo Pompeio, historico Romano qui in tempore Augusti vixit. Crohn inquirere conatur quomodo Trogi Pompei scripta ab antiquis...

Public Consultation and Community Involvement in Planning is the definitive introduction to public consultation for developers, students and planners. The past decade has seen a complete transformation in consultation and community relations in...

The ever evolving technology of waterproofing presents challenges and risks for architects and engineers who do not specialize in the field. The revised edition of The Manual of Below-Grade Waterproofing Systems provides the education and product...

Sustainable Advanced Solar Passive House　provides a platform to disseminate knowledge regarding the basics of solar energy, heat transfer, and solar houses, including designing concepts. Apart from a brief introduction to solar physics and...

This tenth edition of David Chappell's bestselling guide has been revised to take into account changes made in 2016 to payment provisions, and elsewhere. This remains the most concise guide available to the most commonly used JCT building contracts:...

Retail Banking is a comprehensive analysis of how traditional retail banks can meet the challenges of the emerging competitive landscape.

Apprenez tout ce qu'il y a à savoir sur les travaux en asphalte, depuis la préparation du site jusqu'à la pose du revêtement, grâce à ce traité pratique rédigé par l'expert P. Letouzé.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important,...

In diesem Buch beschreibt Moritz von Prittwitz und Gaffron seine Erfahrungen bei der Leitung von Bauprojekten, insbesondere von Festungsanlagen in Posen und Ulm. Es ist ein unverzichtbares Handbuch für Architekten, Ingenieure und Bauherren.This work has...

L'auteur explore l'utilisation de l'asphalte dans l'industrie moderne. Il examine les différentes méthodes, techniques et applications de l'asphalte en tant que matériau de construction. Le livre contient également des descriptions approfondies des...

This book provides a comprehensive overview of sheet metalworking techniques during the XXth century. From traditional methods to new technologies, this book covers it all. With detailed illustrations and clear explanations, it is a valuable resource for...

This book is a comprehensive analysis of how nozzle design impacts the efficiency of automatic sprinklers. It covers the physics behind efflux coefficient, the different types of nozzle designs, and their effect on water distribution patterns. This is a...

Ce livre est un manuel destiné aux sapeurs-pompiers. Il présente les différents types d'incendies auxquels les pompiers peuvent être confrontés, ainsi que les méthodes et les outils pour les éteindre. Le manuel décrit également les différents types de...

This technical manual is a comprehensive guide to the production of lime and gypsum products, as well as the preparation of mortar and stucco. Written by a leading expert in the field, it covers the latest techniques and technologies and is an essential...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United...

A solitary log house sits alone in the scrub landscape just up the dirt road from the south shore of Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada. Built of hand-hewn cedar logs around 1860 by Moses Hudgin and his sons, the building is a remarkable survivor that...

Partnering is the most effective way of tackling construction projects. This book explains how clients and construction firms using partnering can achieve ever higher levels of efficiency and certainty to provide world class buildings and infrastructure...

Finally, a comprehensive, illustrated resource guide to help you through any water-related emergency.The aim of this guide is to empower the reader with the tools to create a self-sustained, thriving environment with living water in abundance.Topics...

An interdisciplinary text on the world's savannas, covering the geography, ecology, economics and politics of savanna regions. Savannas are a distinct vegetation type, covering a third of the world's land surface area and supporting a fifth of the...

Environmental Science for Environmental Management has quickly established itself as the leading introduction to environmental science, demonstrating how a more environmental science can create an effective approach to environmental management on...