Construction materials reference book / edited by David Doran, Bob Cather.
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TextPublisher: Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon : Routledge, 1994Edition: Second editionDescription: viii, 480 pages : illustrations ; 26 cmContent type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 9780750663762 (hardback)Subject(s): Building materials -- Handbooks, manuals, etc | TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Construction / GeneralDDC classification: 624.1/8 LOC classification: TA403.4 | .C74 1994Other classification: TEC005000 Summary: "Fully updated to reflect the latest materials and their applications, this second edition of the Construction Materials Reference Book remains the definitive reference source for professionals involved in the conception, design and specification stages of a construction project. The theory and practical aspects of each material are covered in detail, with an emphasis being placed on properties and appropriate use, enabling a deeper understanding of each material and greater confidence in their application. Containing 38 chapters written by subject specialists, a wide range of construction materials are covered, from traditional materials such as stone through masonry and steel to advanced plastics and composites. With diagrams, reference tables, chemical and mathematic formulae, and summaries of the appropriate regulations throughout, this is the most authoritative construction materials guide available. This edition features extra material on environmental issues, whole life costing, and sustainability, as well as the health and safety aspects of both use and installation"-- Provided by publisher.
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SCHOOL OF APPLIED SCIENCE & ENGINEERING LIBRARY - ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY General Stacks | TA403.4 .C74 1994 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | c1 | Available | 0000006037 | ||
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ATU Book
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SCHOOL OF APPLIED SCIENCE & ENGINEERING LIBRARY - ACCRA TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY General Stacks | TA403.4 .C74 1994 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | c2 | Available | 0000006008 |
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
"Fully updated to reflect the latest materials and their applications, this second edition of the Construction Materials Reference Book remains the definitive reference source for professionals involved in the conception, design and specification stages of a construction project. The theory and practical aspects of each material are covered in detail, with an emphasis being placed on properties and appropriate use, enabling a deeper understanding of each material and greater confidence in their application. Containing 38 chapters written by subject specialists, a wide range of construction materials are covered, from traditional materials such as stone through masonry and steel to advanced plastics and composites. With diagrams, reference tables, chemical and mathematic formulae, and summaries of the appropriate regulations throughout, this is the most authoritative construction materials guide available. This edition features extra material on environmental issues, whole life costing, and sustainability, as well as the health and safety aspects of both use and installation"-- Provided by publisher.
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