Kategoria BISAC: Technology & Engineering >> Construction - General

When it first appeared in 1988, J. C. Smith's Structural Steel Design was truly a landmark volume -- The second edition provides accurate page references to material cited from the LRFD Manual and Specifications. Now it's been updated to include the new (1993) LRFD Specifications.

This text provides information on the topic of the decay and conservation of calcareous stone monuments and structures resulting from exposure to industrial environments. It covers a variety of topics including: origin; composition and pore structure of carbonate rock; chemical and mechanical processes; biodeterioration; application of artificial neural networks; conservation methodologies; and pollutant concentrations and corresponding weathering rates.

The definitive resource for designer-led projects

The Architect's Guide to Design-Build Services offers authoritative knowledge and industry insight to architects considering entry into the burgeoning practice of design-build project delivery. Written by architects and other professionals with expertise in risk management, law, ethics, finance, and contracts, this instructive guide addresses the roles architects can assume during a design-build project, including leading the project, acting as subcontractor, and forming a joint venture with a contractor.

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Brick is one of the most common materials used in landscape design, often in the form of walls, steps, and walkways. It has unique properties which make it difficult to specify, especially when it will be exposed to the elements. When installed properly, it is a cost-effective and durable material - but proper installation is hard to accomplish.

Grouting is the process of injecting fluids which set into cracks or voids so as to fill them and thus reduce the flow of water through a foundation, or strengthen it. This text outlines the various types of grout and comparies their suitabilities to cement grout. Most chapters are arranged as a progression from elementary to advanced technology, enabling readers to pursue only as far as their particular interests require. The cross- references and indexing also enable skipping if so desired.

This text is targeted at teaching the reader about inspecting building construction, from the point of view of one who has had years of experience. It is presented roughly in the order of construction. The book not only deals with the inspection of building construction, but also with the relationships and the practical aspects of being on the job site and doing an effective job. It does not spill over into architectural or engineering design. Applicable chapters are supplemented with an outline Memory Jogger that may be used in the field.

Designing safety into every facet of your construction organization isn t just sensible, it s also profitable.... Featuring proven safety management methods gathered from fifteen years or research at Stanford University and used by the most successful construction managers in the industry, Construction Safety Management is a comprehensive blueprint for CEOs, job-site managers, foremen, safety professionals, and owners on safely managing construction work at every level and phase of a project. Incorporating these management practices and policies into a practical format of real-life case...

This text provides an updated and revised edition of the standard work on the use of critical path methods (CPM) in the construction industry. The author describes the mechanics and procedures of CPM in construction planning and works control and demonstrates its application to large and small projects alike.

The essential manual for managing global engineering and construction projects and working with multinational project teams

The first book written for operations-level engineers, constructors, and students, Global Engineering and Construction is an essential manual for navigating the confusing world of engineering and construction in the global arena and for working on multinational teams. From project management to finance, global construction to alliances, international standards to competitiveness, this book contains country- and region-specific information on cultural...

Rapidly varying material and geometrical characteristics of composite materials and structures do not allow the direct study of their mechanical behaviour even with the use of modern computers. Mathematically rigorous mechanical design and optimization models can be constructed and these result in prescribing values of for example, stiffness, strength and weight minimization - all important factors of design and optimization. This title is devoted to the mechanical design and optimization problems at the cutting edge of design and engineering of composite structures.

The provision of an adequate means of escape from fire is fundamental to the design of new buildings and to the alteration, change of use or extension of existing buildings. It is essential that means of escape are considered at the earliest stage of a project as mistakes are very expensive to correct later in the design.

There is a great deal of legislation on means of escape design and control, but this is scattered throughout a large number of statutes, regulations and guidance documents. Many buildings need to be licensed and/or registered, as well as requiring certification and...

Now in its 5th edition, this well established text first examines individual management techniques and then demonstrates these in practice, via a large new section of case studies based on actual building projects. This edition also features a revised section on costing and a new set of exercises for students.

The book provides a practical guide, with worked examples, to the Scottish Building Regulations. The new edition takes account of substantial revisions to the Regulations on fire and means of escape, structural stability, conservation of fuel and power, and drainage.

This book deals with the diagnosis, prognosis and repair issues associated with concrete buildings.

Since the patenting and subsequent large-scale manufacture of modern cement, in the nineteenth century, concrete has become one of the most widely used construction materials in the world. Those concerned with building pathology now need to understand problems specifically related to concrete and to identify appropriate methods of repair and remediation.

This book brings together experts in the history, defect diagnosis, remediation and maintenance of concrete. It includes case...

This introductory text with a practical focus explains and reviews cost planning theories at the key decision stages of the design process. Construction procurement options are discussed and their impact on cost planning techniques, data availability and the relationships between the parties involved are all examined. This provides a unique contextual background to the building project study which runs throughout the text. Practical application through the use of a simulated building project provides a how to do it and interactive style of presentation. The recognized design development...

A recent construction project in Singapore involved a Russian plant, a Japanese management team, Australian and Italian engineers, Thai steel workers and a labour force from throughout Asia ...

The recent growth explosion of multi-nationals and the lowering of trade barriers is pushing the globalization of construction at a startling pace. Mark Mawhinney has brought together for the first time, advice, information and evidence on this developing arena from a wide range of sources.

This book offers a clear understanding of the international construction market and an explanation of...

Construction has been an industry characterised by disputes, fierce competitiveness and fragmentation - all major obstacles to development. Now, however, a relationship-based approach to project procurement, through partnering and alliancing, aims to bring about a fundamental change.

This book addresses the critical relationship issues for a more collaborative and sustainable construction industry. It looks at how project procurement and project alliancing partner selection works, and how risk and crisis resolution are managed. It provides readers with guidance and models on how to put a...

It is often said that in order to know where we are going we need to know where we have been. Since the late 1990's the construction industry has been challenged to deliver better performance in terms of value for money, time for construction and defect free construction. Behind this remodelling of an industry is government. The interest by government is not new and report after report in the Post-War period has exhorted the construction industry to perform better. This book documents how government, through influential reports, has sought to shape the performance and attitudes of parties to...

Climate change mitigation and sustainable practices are now at the top of political and technical agendas. Environmental system modelling provides a way of appraising options and this book will make a significant contribution to the uptake of such systems. It provides knowledge of the principles involved in modelling systems, builds confidence amongst designers and offers a broad perspective of the potential of these new technologies.

The aim of the book is to provide an understanding of the concepts and principles behind predictive modelling methods; review progress in the development of...