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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
€ 224.84
€ 224.84
Hardcover. With the construction boom reaching over $300 billion by the early 1990s in the United States alone, this comprehensive and accessible guide is more important than ever for the budget--minded contractor. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 464 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 243 x 167 x 31. Weight in Grams: 818.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Number of pages
- 464
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471888406
- ISBN
- 9780471888406
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 211.94
€ 211.94
Hardcover. The turnover rate for companies in the construction industry is high. This book identifies the ten key elements of contractor failure and shows how to avoid them. Each element of failure is defined, illustrated by real examples, and ways are discussed to avoid or minimize the risks involved. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: KNJC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 242 x 18. Weight in Grams: 422.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 176
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471513247
- ISBN
- 9780471513247
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 137.56
€ 137.56
Paperback. This fully updated new edition of this practical and popular text starts at the beginning of projects and makes lucid connections between stages which are often misunderstood. It covers NEC and JCT contracts, considering the topic from an industry perspective and including key issues such as Health and Safety, the environment and EU regulations. Num Pages: 504 pages, 58 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 162 x 28. Weight in Grams: 766.
- Publisher
- Macmillan Education UK
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2016
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781137511140
- ISBN
- 9781137511140
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.04€ 65.06
€ 71.04
€ 65.06
Hardcover. Praise for the Second Edition.. "A basic, how-to guide.. for all those involved in the construction industry. "--The Construction Lawyer "This book is indispensable for any contractor who, against his better judgment, bids a fixed price contract.. highly recommended. "--David S. Num Pages: 416 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; LNKJ; LNKW; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 241 x 164 x 26. Weight in Grams: 692.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471348634
- ISBN
- 9780471348634
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 156.25
€ 156.25
Paperback. Provides exhaustive coverage of cement grouting in rock foundations, outlining all types of cement grout, comparing their suitabilities and describing various ways cement grouting is used in engineering construction. Written and arranged in an easy-to-read manner, the book is arranged as a reference manual with numerous cross-references. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 466 pages, index. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 278 x 210 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1044.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 466
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471516293
- ISBN
- 9780471516293
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 230.33
€ 230.33
Hardcover. Editor(s): Doyle, Sophie G. Num Pages: 277 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 261 x 183 x 23. Weight in Grams: 784.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 277
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781617612114
- ISBN
- 9781617612114
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.94€ 175.41
€ 256.94
€ 175.41
Paperback. This volume is a practical, state-of-the-art sourcebook for contractors and homeowners involved in maintaining and restoring historic buildings, as well as a technical desktop reference for all practising architects, engineers, specifiers, building managers, and architecture students. Series: Preservation Press Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 188 photographs, line drawings. BIC Classification: AM; TNKX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 278 x 215 x 15. Weight in Grams: 700.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- Revised Edition
- Number of pages
- 288
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471509448
- ISBN
- 9780471509448
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 99.34
€ 99.34
Paperback. Surveys the fundamental principles of conservation in their application to historic buildings, and provides the information needed by architects, engineers and surveyors for the solution of problems of architectural conservation in almost every climatic region of the world. This book includes sections on non-destructive investigation. Num Pages: 404 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AM; TNKX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 295 x 210 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1050.
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 408
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780750658638
- ISBN
- 9780750658638
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 112.80
€ 112.80
Paperback. Series: GCI Scientific Program Reports. Num Pages: 256 pages, 173 b&w charts. BIC Classification: 1DVWYM; 3H; ABC; AMN; TNKX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 280 x 215 x 14. Weight in Grams: 626.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Getty Trust Publications United States
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780892367771
- ISBN
- 9780892367771
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 52.99€ 37.97
€ 52.99
€ 37.97
Paperback. EVERY SECOND COUNTS WHEN YOU'RE RESPONDING TO AN EMERGENCY INVOLVINGCONFINED SPACE-HERE'S THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO PERFORMING FLAWLESS RESCUES! Confined Space Entry and Emergency Response utilizes a realistic, scenario-based approach to teach you-and your staff-the right way to respond to an incident involving a confined space. Num Pages: 512 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 215 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1166.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 512
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471778455
- ISBN
- 9780471778455
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 151.19
€ 151.19
Paperback. Provides a thorough history of the nineteenth century material and goes on to examine the theories on its architectural expression, focussing on determining role of the reinforced concrete frame. This title provides the rational and effective expression of classical principles in modern construction. Num Pages: 472 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: HBG; HBLL; HBT; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 239 x 141 x 40. Weight in Grams: 838.
- Publisher
- McGill-Queen´s University Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 472
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780773525641
- ISBN
- 9780773525641
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 36.49
€ 40.99
€ 36.49
Paperback. Num Pages: 464 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TDCQ; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 157 x 28. Weight in Grams: 694.
- Publisher
- Pearson Education Limited United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 464
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 2nd Revised edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780273732198
- ISBN
- 9780273732198
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 105.94
€ 105.94
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, 109 b&w photos & graphics. BIC Classification: TNK; WKD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 279 x 219 x 11. Weight in Grams: 648.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764333699
- ISBN
- 9780764333699
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 25.99€ 18.18
€ 25.99
€ 18.18
Hardcover.
- Publisher
- Thomas Telford Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 600
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780727735171
- ISBN
- 9780727735171
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 282.25
€ 282.25
Hardcover. The volume Components and Systems offers an in-depth and clearly organized presentation of the various types of precast building components - from semifinished products to building with components, open and closed systems. The systems are accompanied by detailed drawings and color photographs. Num Pages: 239 pages, 460 black & white illustrations, 261 colour illustrations, 460 schw.-w. u. 261 farb. Abb. BIC Classification: AMC; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 309 x 236 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1536.
- Publisher
- Birkhäuser Architecture
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783764386566
- ISBN
- 9783764386566
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 90.77
€ 90.77
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
€ 54.99
€ 54.99
Paperback. Presents 62 cabin design interpretations that range in size from a cozy 100 square feet to a more spacious but still economical 1,000 square feet, and include sleeping accommodations, kitchen and bath facilities, and a heat source. This title provides floor plans with suggestions for designing the space for optimal use. Num Pages: 192 pages, two colour illustrations. BIC Classification: AMCR; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 226 x 204 x 16. Weight in Grams: 426.
- Publisher
- Workman Publishing United States
- Number of pages
- 192
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781603424622
- ISBN
- 9781603424622
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 23.99€ 16.65
€ 23.99
€ 16.65
Num Pages: 208 pages, 676 color photos. BIC Classification: 1KBB; TNKF; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 283 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1362.
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Schiffer Publishing Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 208
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780764346002
- ISBN
- 9780764346002
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 54.46€ 39.54
€ 54.46
€ 39.54
Paperback. This code of practice, long established as a leading publication for the construction industry, provides an authoritative guide to essential principles and good practice in estimating for building work. Num Pages: 176 pages, 70 illustrations. BIC Classification: KNJC; TNCB1; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 295 x 212 x 10. Weight in Grams: 582.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Number of pages
- 176
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Edition
- 7th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405129718
- ISBN
- 9781405129718
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 93.26
€ 93.26
Paperback. This book was previously published under the title Using Natural Finishes. Clay and Lime Renders, Plasters and Paints is an in-depth guide to the selection, mixing and application of lime and clay based plasters, renders, paints and washes. Series: Sustainable Building. Num Pages: 264 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: RNC; TNK; WKDM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 205 x 20. Weight in Grams: 930.
- Publisher
- Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Edition
- Second Edition, Second edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780857842695
- ISBN
- 9780857842695
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 37.99€ 27.15
€ 37.99
€ 27.15
Paperback. Series: Shire Album S. Num Pages: 32 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: AMKD; HBTB; TNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 205 x 139 x 4. Weight in Grams: 96.
- Publisher
- Shire Publications Ltd
- Number of pages
- 32
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- 9780747805533
- ISBN
- 9780747805533
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 7.59
€ 7.59
Hardback. Architectural ceramics have long been confined to decorative surfaces. Today innovations in material technology, production methods and assembly systems allow applications that combine the materials' emotional attractiveness with new functionalities. This book deals with ceramic materials in architecture. Num Pages: 224 pages, 15 black & white tables, 10 black & white halftones, 350 colour illustrations, 100 black. BIC Classification: AMC; AMR; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 280 x 220. Weight in Grams: 1304.
- Publisher
- Birkhäuser
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783038218432
- ISBN
- 9783038218432
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 41.99€ 37.54
€ 41.99
€ 37.54
Hardcover. Construction claims frequently involve a dispute about delay. Whether or not the contractor or client has a claim which can be proved successfully depends on establishing causation and understanding legal rights and obligations. This book shows how to identify and avoid problems during the project, and analyses claims for delay. Num Pages: 320 pages, 7 illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 263 x 188 x 25. Weight in Grams: 782.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Edition
- 2nd Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405118163
- ISBN
- 9781405118163
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 127.13
€ 127.13