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  • Vegetable Plants and their Fibres as Building Materials

    Proceedings of the Second International RILEM Symposium

    Edited by H.S. Sobral ...
    This book examines the state-of-the-art on plants and fibres as building materials for low cost construction, emphasizing their use, properties, fabrication, new procedures and future developments. It makes available research results on new techniques for fibre reinforcement and their use in concrete, stabilized clay and other matrices. Procedures for making vegetable fibres and wood-based ... Read more

    $48.99 USD

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  • Ductile Design of Steel Structures, 2nd Edition

    by Michel Bruneau, Chia-Ming Uang, Rafael Sabelli ...
    Comprehensive coverage of the background and design requirements for plastic and seismic design of steel structuresThoroughly revised throughout, Ductile Design of Steel Structures, Second Edition, reflects the latest plastic and seismic design provisions and standards from the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and the Canadian Standard Association (CSA). The book covers steel ... Read more

    $75.39 USD

  • Modern Construction Economics

    Theory and Application

    Edited by Gerard de Valence ...
    Traditional building economics has primarily been concerned with issues around project appraisal and cost management techniques. On the other hand, modern construction economics has a wider focus with stronger links to mainstream economics, reflecting an increased interest in a range of theoretical issues in construction economics, both at the macro and micro level. In Modern Construction ... Read more

    $77.99 USD

  • Site Carpentry

    by C.K. Austin ...
    This book deals with sound craftsmanship utilising correct tools and materials. Practical advice on subjects such as framework, design and construction, timberfloor construction and arch centres. ... Read more

    $52.99 USD

  • A Concise Introduction to Engineering Economics

    by P. Cassimatis ...
    This comprehensive yet accessible text emphasizes problem solving, evaluation of projects, capital budgeting and resource allocation under risk and uncertainty. Current theory of economics and finance is also discussed andthe text is complemented by a full set of problems, exercises and case studies. ... Read more

    $87.99 USD

  • Energy Management and Operating Costs in Buildings

    by Keith Moss ...
    Managing the consumption and conservation of energy in buildings must now become the concern of both building managers and occupants. The provision of lighting, hot water supply, communications, cooking, space heating and cooling accounts for 45 per cent of UK energy consumption.Energy Management and Operating Costs in Buildings introduces the reader to the principles of managing and conserving ... Read more

    $79.99 USD

  • Elevator Traffic Handbook

    Theory and Practice

    by Gina Barney, Lutfi Al-Sharif ...
    This second edition of this well-respected book covers all aspects of the traffic design and control of vertical transportation systems in buildings, making it an essential reference for vertical transportation engineers, other members of the design team, and researchers. The book introduces the basic principles of circulation, outlines traffic design methods and examines and analyses traffic ... Read more

    $67.99 USD

  • Operations Management for Construction

    by Chris March ...
    Students studying construction management and related subjects need to have a broad understanding of the major aspects of controlling the building processes. Operations Management for Construction is one of three textbooks (Business Organisation, Operations Management and Finance Control) written to systematically cover the field.Focusing on construction sites and operations which are challenging ... Read more

    $67.99 USD

  • Natural Gas Energy Measurement

    Edited by A. Attari, D.L. Klass ...
    Papers presented at the First and Second IGT Symposium, Chicago, IL, USA, 26-28 August 1985 and 30 April-2 May 1986. ... Read more

    $48.99 USD

  • Limestone Industries of the Yorkshire Dales Second Edition

    by Dr David Johnson ...
    Limestone has been one of the most indispensable building materials in Britain since the Roman period, when it was widely used for mortar. It was in the medieval era that lime began to be used in farming, alongside marl, as a means of increasing the output of both arable crops and livestock. The impact of limestone extraction in the Yorkshire Dales, once one of the most productive quarrying areas ... Read more

    $19.99 USD

  • Construction Hazardous Materials Compliance Guide

    Mold Detection, Abatement and Inspection Procedures

    by R. Dodge Woodson ...
    While it would appear that contractors are not affected by the liabilities of the work of others, it is important that they understand the documentation that establishes culpability and the terms of restitution. A "boots on the ground" approach to the pre and post construction inspections as well as all activities in between, Construction Worksite Compliance Guide: Mold provides expert time saving ... Read more

    $53.99 USD

  • Specialist Floor Finishes

    Design and Installation

    by D Cattell ...
    For as long as concretes have been used as substrates there has been a need for upgrading the immediate working surface, in some instances nominally, in others substantially. This in itself has presented problems because of the inexact nature of the art and the conditions under which upgrading is required to be performed, not to mention the variety of surfaces and products. The aim of this book is ... Read more

    $67.99 USD