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Paperback. Covers things you need to know to install, maintain, and repair the components that run, regulate, and fuel both old and new systems. From oil burners and steam line controls to the chip-based technology and environmental regulations, this book helps you keep the heat on. Series: Audel Technical Trades Series. Num Pages: 672 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 214 x 145 x 42. Weight in Grams: 854.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
All New 4th Edition
Number of pages
672
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764542077
ISBN
9780764542077
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.06

Paperback. This is the first book in the comprehensive HVAC Library that is the complete guide to the building blocks of HVAC systems. Coverage starts with the basics of various heating systems (steam, electric, oil), insulation, heating calculations, ventilation systems, air conditioning and environmental considerations. Series: Audel Technical Trades Series. Num Pages: 720 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 209 x 137 x 40. Weight in Grams: 720.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
All New 4th Edition
Number of pages
720
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764542060
ISBN
9780764542060
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 35.74

Paperback. This text covers types of roofs; roofing and reroofing; roof and attic insulation and ventilation; skylights and roof openings; dormer construction; roof flashing details and more. It also contains information on code requirements, underlaying and attic ventilation. Series: Audel. Num Pages: 536 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 142 x 218 x 33. Weight in Grams: 732.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
2nd
Number of pages
536
Condition
New
SKU
V9780025178519
ISBN
9780025178519
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 54.57

Paperback. A comprehensive, hands-on guide to installing, servicing, and repairing basic air-conditioning systems in both new and older construction. It also covers specialized heating units - radiators, radiant heating systems, stoves, fireplaces, heat pumps, and indoor/outdoor pool heaters, plus fans, exhaust systems, air filters, and others. Series: Audel Technical Trades. Num Pages: 696 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Scholarly; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 134 x 210 x 33. Weight in Grams: 656.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
All New 4th Edition
Number of pages
696
Condition
New
SKU
V9780764542084
ISBN
9780764542084
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 34.88

Paperback. Num Pages: 352 pages, 98 black & white illustrations, 32 black & white tables. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 540.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415508797
ISBN
9780415508797
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 70.83

Paperback. This book provides guidance on building survey work for typical residential, commercial and industrial buildings, with advice on how to diagnose a wide range of defects. It considers both modern and older construction methods, together with new and traditional materials. Num Pages: 428 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 172 x 24. Weight in Grams: 648.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
432
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
4th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405197618
ISBN
9781405197618
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 66.54

Paperback. Intended as a primer on the physical changes that can affect older properties, this book demonstrates the general principles, techniques, and processes needed when existing buildings must undergo alteration, conversion, extension, improvement, or refurbishment. It includes numerous illustrations and examples that focus on different building types. Num Pages: 678 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 189 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1298.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
680
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750666671
ISBN
9780750666671
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 85.07

Hardback. The first volume in VNR's new Building construction series, this comprehensive guide covers all aspects of enclosure systems such as roofs, exterior walls, windows, and entrance doors; providing current information on materials, products, and components for construction. The volume has been special Series: Building Construction S. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 12. Weight in Grams: 575.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1990
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers Group Netherlands
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780442207557
ISBN
9780442207557
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 191.38

Hardcover. Examines the general problems of designing and constructing sites for buildings. Coverage includes: site construction and planning, placing buildings on sites, landscape planning, drainage, site traffic for vehicles and pedestrians, parking, lighting, handicap facilities and much more. Series: Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. Num Pages: 216 pages, illustrations, glossary, index. BIC Classification: AMC; AMV; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 260 x 187 x 20. Weight in Grams: 592.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1992
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
216
Condition
New
Edition
1st Edition
SKU
V9780471530299
ISBN
9780471530299
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 128.28

Hardcover. Organized for self-paced study, this user-friendly book can easily be understood by designers with no engineering training. Provides excellent guidance concerning how design can be used to control noise, privacy and room acoustics within buildings. Contains a summary of the basic types of sound problems that occur in buildings. Num Pages: 162 pages, Illustrations, plans. BIC Classification: AMC; PHDS; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 256 x 186 x 17. Weight in Grams: 550.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
162
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471569084
ISBN
9780471569084
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 125.18

Paperback. Contains practical, easy-to-read explanations regarding the issues and problems encountered in designing for these natural disasters. This edition includes important code updates from the 1994 Uniform Building Code as well as more detailed information on engineering computations and lateral force construction. Series: Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AMC; TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 252 x 177 x 25. Weight in Grams: 648.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471192114
ISBN
9780471192114
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 113.58

Paperback. Structural masonry is used most extensively for elements that fundamentally resist compression - walls, columns, piers, or pedestals. This reference for all design and construction needs provides a complete guide to masonry as a structural, rather than decorative, material. Series: Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. Num Pages: 224 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: AMC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 258 x 171 x 12. Weight in Grams: 372.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
New ed
Number of pages
224
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471179887
ISBN
9780471179887
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 105.53

Hardcover. The text reviews the history of failure analysis as it relates to the evolution of engineering design. The concepts behind failure analysis are reviewed and its root causes discussed. It includes information updated since the first edition. Series: Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 528 pages, Illustrations, plans, port. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 162 x 29. Weight in Grams: 840.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1996
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
528
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471574774
ISBN
9780471574774
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 225.83

Paperback. Structural Timber Design to Eurocode 5 provides practising engineers and specialist contractors with comprehensive, detailed information and in-depth guidance on the design of timber structures based on the common rules and rules for buildings in Eurocode 5 - Part 1-1. Num Pages: 638 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 175 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1120.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
638
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470675007
ISBN
9780470675007
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 75.21

Paperback. It will introduce you to the basics of economics as they relate to the built environment by looking at the principles of microeconomics (markets, price mechanisms, resource allocation, theory of the firm, etc.) and then put these principles into the Num Pages: 308 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 0. Weight in Grams: 580.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1994
Publisher
Routledge
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780419182603
ISBN
9780419182603
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.11

Paperback. Talks about the principles and practices used in the construction of houses and other low-rise buildings. This work is intended as preliminary reading to the companion volume "Structure and Fabric: Part 2". It is suitable for students of architecture, construction management, facilities management, construction technology, surveying, and others. Series: Mitchells Building Series. Num Pages: 244 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 191 x 15. Weight in Grams: 486.
Publisher
Pearson Education (US) United States
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2006
Edition
7th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780131970946
ISBN
9780131970946
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 93.89

Paperback. Structure and Fabric Part 2 consolidates and develops the construction principles introduced in Part 1. With generous use of illustrations this book provides a thorough treatment of the techniques used in the construction of various types of building. Series: Mitchells Building Series. Num Pages: 400 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 190 x 22. Weight in Grams: 802.
Publisher
Pearson Education (US) United States
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
7th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780131970960
ISBN
9780131970960
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 100.20

Hardcover. Since the first edition of this book was published in 1995, the use of aluminum as a building material has increased by 23-percent. This revised edition meets the need for a book that presents accurate specifications and up-to-date design guidelines that clarify the Aluminum Association's 2000 Specifications for Aluminum Structures. Num Pages: 544 pages, glossary, technical organizations, references. BIC Classification: TDM; TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 236 x 147 x 36. Weight in Grams: 972.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
544
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471019657
ISBN
9780471019657
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 215.72

Paperback. This popular text examines basic constructional techniques, the choice and use of materials, and statutory requirements for domestic buildings. Includes environmentally-friendly buildings free-standing & cavity walls; sound insulation; windows & doors; GRP interceptors, and waste management. Series: Building & Surveying Series. Num Pages: 352 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 4KVN; TNK. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 253 x 228 x 19. Weight in Grams: 838.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1995
Publisher
Macmillan Press
Edition
1995th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780333620960
ISBN
9780333620960
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 88.88
€ 79.65

Paperback. Documents three projects in the fields of architecture, planning, and artistic research conducted in Ghana and in the DR of Congo. In this title, the projects are presented in their respective contexts and are embedded in contemporary discourses - well-known experts take a stand. Editor(s): IoA Institute of Architecture; Mueller, Baerbel. Series: Edition Angewandte. Num Pages: 452 pages, 300 colour illustrations, 300 farb. Abb. BIC Classification: 1HF; AMC; RP; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 178 x 241 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1112.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Publisher
Birkhauser
Condition
New
SKU
V9783035611007
ISBN
9783035611007
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 44.14

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