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The Management of Quality in Construction
ISBN: 9780419149101 / Angielski / Twarda / 252 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The Management of Quality in Construction provides the reader with a knowledge of the principles of quality management and an understanding of how they may successfully be applied in the particular circumstances of the construction industry.
The Management of Quality in Construction provides the reader with a knowledge of the principles of quality management and an understanding of how the...
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926,78 zł |
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Standard Method of Specifying for Minor Works
ISBN: 9780419155201 / Angielski / Twarda / 260 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. There is no widely recognized method for producing specifications of repair, improvement and conversion work, yet consistent documentation is fundamental to good client communications and consistent pricing.
There is no widely recognized method for producing specifications of repair, improvement and conversion work, yet consistent documentation is fundamen...
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707,28 zł |
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Builders' Detail Sheets
ISBN: 9780419157304 / Angielski / Miękka / 200 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Illustrated contents revised to building regulations 1985, and the latest British Standards and Codes of Practice.
Illustrated contents revised to building regulations 1985, and the latest British Standards and Codes of Practice.
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536,56 zł |
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Recycling of Demolished Concrete and Masonry
ISBN: 9780419158202 / Angielski / Twarda / 336 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. It is becoming increasingly difficult and expensive for demolition contractors to dispose of building waste and demolition rubble. For environmental reasons, public authorities are looking for ways of reusing these materials. The purpose of this book is to make the construction industry and public authorities aware of the technical possibilities for recycling of demolished concrete and masonry. It also shows how localized cutting and partial demolition of concrete structures can be carried out.
It is becoming increasingly difficult and expensive for demolition contractors to dispose of building waste and demolition rubble. For environmental r...
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2073,06 zł |
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Examples of the Design of Reinforced Concrete Buildings to Bs8110
ISBN: 9780419170006 / Angielski / Miękka / 316 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This edition has been updated in accordance with the current code of practice for the structural use of concrete, BS 8110. It describes in detail the application of the code and other relevant standards and guidance documents to the design of multi-storey buildings such as offices and flats.
This edition has been updated in accordance with the current code of practice for the structural use of concrete, BS 8110. It describes in detail the ...
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634,12 zł |
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Prevention of Premature Staining in New Buildings
ISBN: 9780419171300 / Angielski / Miękka / 76 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. The appearance of ugly staining early in a buildings life, ruins an otherwise pleasing appearance, tarnishes the image of the owners and gives rise to costly refurbishment works. In this book Phil Parnham raises a number of questions that should be considered whenever a new building is being designed or built. These are:
* why has staining become so prominent; * what causes premature staining; which parts of new buildings are likely to be affected; * how can it be avoided? By using a number of highly illustrated case studies, the author answers these questions and ends by... The appearance of ugly staining early in a buildings life, ruins an otherwise pleasing appearance, tarnishes the image of the owners and gives rise to...
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634,12 zł |
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Guide to Highway Law for Architects, Engineers, Surveyors and Contractors
ISBN: 9780419173304 / Angielski / Twarda / 152 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. As a consequence of so much construction work being carried out on or near highways, contractors ignore at their peril the law of highways and the influence it has, or should have, on their working methods and practices. Some knowledge of the law relating to highways is essential to anyone involved in the construction process, including the architect, engineer or surveyor advising a client as to what is possible and the contractor actually carrying out the contract works. By avoiding legal language, this book aims to provide practical guidance from maintenance and improvements to activities...
As a consequence of so much construction work being carried out on or near highways, contractors ignore at their peril the law of highways and the inf...
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1073,11 zł |
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Economics: A Foundation Course for the Built Environment
ISBN: 9780419182603 / Angielski / Miękka / 308 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Making no assumption of your prior knowledge, Economics introduces the basics of economics as they relate to the built environment. Looking at the principles of microeconomics (markets, price mechanisms, resource allocation, theory of the firm, etc.), these principles are put into the context of construction firms and property markets. Lively, real-life case studies are built into the text to provide concrete examples of the theories being explained and macroeconomics are also covered. Key features of this easy-to-use book include:
Making no assumption of your prior knowledge, Economics introduces the basics of economics as they relate to the built environment. Lookin... |
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243,84 zł |
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Construction Quality and Quality Standards: The European perspective
ISBN: 9780419184904 / Angielski / Twarda / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This book provides information for professional practioners in the construction industry, their clients and suppliers. It is directed in particular at the changes taking place within the EC to bring about a Single Market.
This book provides information for professional practioners in the construction industry, their clients and suppliers. It is directed in particular at...
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1073,11 zł |
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Practical Guide to Alterations and Extensions
ISBN: 9780419200802 / Angielski / Miękka / 224 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. At some point, most home-owners have to make a choice: whether to move or extend their property. In the case of the latter, there is a further choice - to put the whole matter into other hands or to try to understand the processes involved so that the whole business is carried out efficiently and cost-effectively. Those working or planning to work in the construction industry also need to be reminded of the pitfalls of local authority requirements, building control and planning, and this text provides an account of the necessary action.
At some point, most home-owners have to make a choice: whether to move or extend their property. In the case of the latter, there is a further choice ...
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404,81 zł |
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Site Management of Building Services Contractors
ISBN: 9780419204503 / Angielski / Twarda / 382 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Managing building services contractors can prove to be a minefield. The most successful jobs will always be those where building site managers have first built teams focused on tackling issues that might cause adversarial attitudes later on and jeopardize the project. The author shows how a simple common management approach can improve site managers' competency in overseeing building services contractors, sub traders and specialists, and maximize the effectiveness of time spent on building services.
Managing building services contractors can prove to be a minefield. The most successful jobs will always be those where building site managers have fi...
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756,05 zł |
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The Presentation and Settlement of Contractors' Claims - E2
ISBN: 9780419205005 / Angielski / Twarda / 508 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Contractual disputes, often involving large sums of money, occur with increasing frequency in the construction industry. This book presents - in non-legal language - sound professional advice from a recognized expert in the field on the practical aspects of claims. This edition has been brought right up to date by taking into account legal decisions promulgated over the last 17 years, as well as reflecting the effect of current inflation on claims. The new edition is based on the 1998 JCT contract. *Fully updated second edition of this practical guide. *Worked examples to back up the advice...
Contractual disputes, often involving large sums of money, occur with increasing frequency in the construction industry. This book presents - in non-l...
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1073,11 zł |
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Industrialized and Automated Building Systems : A Managerial Approach
ISBN: 9780419206200 / Angielski / Twarda / 480 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This text presents a comprehensive approach towards the industrialization of building. It highlights, from the managerial viewpoint, the main issues involved in industrialization: selection of a system, its performance specifications, production technology, production planning and economic feasibility. It addresses the future development of building systems, the automation of design and the impact of robotization on building sites.
This text presents a comprehensive approach towards the industrialization of building. It highlights, from the managerial viewpoint, the main issues i...
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1268,22 zł |
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Construction - Craft to Industry
ISBN: 9780419209201 / Angielski / Miękka / 352 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This volume provides a survey of changes and trends in the construction industry that focuses on the post-war years and emphasizes their contemporary and future relevance. The author covers the areas of materials, structures, building physics, energy, equipment, management and environment issues, assessing their impact on the construction industry in an international context.
This volume provides a survey of changes and trends in the construction industry that focuses on the post-war years and emphasizes their contemporary ...
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438,95 zł |
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The Property Masters: A history of the British commercial property sector
ISBN: 9780419209508 / Angielski / Twarda / 364 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This is a thorough exploration of the evolution of the commercial property investment and development markets from the mid-nineteenth century to the present day. It explains how the current investment scene emerged and fills an important gap in the literature on the property market.
This is a thorough exploration of the evolution of the commercial property investment and development markets from the mid-nineteenth century to the p...
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878,00 zł |
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Global Warming and the Built Environment
ISBN: 9780419218203 / Angielski / Miękka / 304 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. HOW do the monumental concerns of global warming impact the design profession? This volume presents strategies for designing and managing buildings and communities in the context of global warming. The authors explore the implications of environmental conservation for architecture and civil engineering, and discuss issues of accountability and responsibility.
HOW do the monumental concerns of global warming impact the design profession? This volume presents strategies for designing and managing buildings an...
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463,34 zł |
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Production Methods and Workability of Concrete
ISBN: 9780419220701 / Angielski / Twarda / 560 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Practical production of ordinary and special, high performance concretes and their behaviour and properties when fresh are the main themes of this book. It derives from the International RILEM Conference held in Paisley, Scotland in June 1996, and represents the culmination of the work of two RILEM Technical Committees (145 WSM Workability of Special Mixes, and 150 ECM Efficiency of Concrete Mixers).
Very significant advances have been made recently in the development of concrete with outstanding properties. Such advances in research must be matched by progress in the technology of... Practical production of ordinary and special, high performance concretes and their behaviour and properties when fresh are the main themes of this boo...
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1170,67 zł |
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Multi-purpose High-rise Towers and Tall Buildings
ISBN: 9780419233008 / Angielski / Twarda / 420 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Interest continues to develop in the design and construction of high-rise towers and tall buildings, structures with heights ranging from 75m to 500m and more. This volume presents the papers from the third in a series of international conferences on the subject, organized by the International Federation of High-rise Structures. The papers have been drawn together under the grand theme of the Conquest of Vertical Space in the 21st Century.
Interest continues to develop in the design and construction of high-rise towers and tall buildings, structures with heights ranging from 75m to 500m ...
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1268,22 zł |
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Hazardous Building Materials: A Guide to the Selection of Environmentally Responsible Alternatives
ISBN: 9780419234500 / Angielski / Miękka / 208 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. This new edition provides a detailed reference source of the use in residential buildings of materials known or suspected to harm health and the environment. Alternative materials are evaluated using unique data sheets which compare environmental impact, cost, health, safety and technical performance providing building and construction professionals and other practitioners with the facts they need to make the right selection.
Hazardous Building Materials considers the following building elements: structure, windows and doors, roofing, insulation, finishes and fittings, pipes,... This new edition provides a detailed reference source of the use in residential buildings of materials known or suspected to harm health and the envir...
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341,40 zł |
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Adapting Buildings for Changing Uses: Guidelines for Change of Use Refurbishment
ISBN: 9780419235705 / Angielski / Miękka / 136 str. Termin realizacji zamówienia: ok. 5-8 dni roboczych. Adapting Building for Changing Uses discusses the comprehensive refurbishment of buildings to enable them to be used for purposes different to those originally intended.
For those involved in the often risky business of conversion of buildings from one type of use to another, Adapting Building for Changing Uses provides secure guidance on which uses may be best suited to a particular location. This guidance is based on a unique decision tool, the "Use Comparator," which was developed through research carried out at UCL in the mid 1990's. The "Use Comparator" compares the... Adapting Building for Changing Uses discusses the comprehensive refurbishment of buildings to enable them to be used for purposes different t...
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438,95 zł |