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Principles and practices of commercial construction

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: New Jersey Prentice Hall 2003Edition: 7th edDescription: ix, 549p. ill 29cmISBN:
  • 0130482927
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 690
Summary: This American book gives a complete overview of the traditional concepts, practices and materials used in the construction of commercial buildings. Covers site investigation and layout, excavations, foundations, formwork, concrete work, structural timber frame, reinforced concrete frame, structural steel frame, floor and roof systems, masonry construction, curtain wall construction, building insulation, and finishing. Provides worked examples in both standard and metric units. Glossary.
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Book London Folio F690 AND (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 30067782

This American book gives a complete overview of the traditional concepts, practices and materials used in the construction of commercial buildings. Covers site investigation and layout, excavations, foundations, formwork, concrete work, structural timber frame, reinforced concrete frame, structural steel frame, floor and roof systems, masonry construction, curtain wall construction, building insulation, and finishing. Provides worked examples in both standard and metric units. Glossary.