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Paperback. The construction process has come under intense scrutiny in recent times and this is set to continue as building owners and users demand better value for money from a more sustainable built environment. The construction sectora s actors are responding to the challenges implicit in this drive for greater competitiveness and social responsibility. Editor(s): Atkin, Brian; Borgbrant, Jan; Josephson, Per-Erik. Num Pages: 272 pages, 40. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 17. Weight in Grams: 694.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2003
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632064625
ISBN
9780632064625
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 129.36

Paperback. Construction site visits are a popular way for undergraduate students to become acquainted with the practical aspects of construction, but these visits only show students a small proportion of the technology of construction. Num Pages: 400 pages, ill. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 191 x 21. Weight in Grams: 958.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781444336689
ISBN
9781444336689
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 51.37

Paperback. updated information on procurement, standard contract forms and health and safety, together with the trend away from traditional sub-contracting more information on value and risk management, as well as collaborative partnerships and environmental issues 'essential reading for undergraduate students on construction-related degree courses. Num Pages: 504 pages, Illustrations, plans. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 173 x 28. Weight in Grams: 756.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Number of pages
504
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
3rd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405183802
ISBN
9781405183802
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 61.19

Paperback. 'As long as government continues to push collaborative working and best value, partnering will be in vogue' If you are implementing partnering in your organisation and don't know where to start, this book covers everything you'll need - explaining all aspects of the partnering relationship from scratch. Num Pages: 248 pages, 40. BIC Classification: KJM; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 245 x 171 x 13. Weight in Grams: 540.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
248
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405135566
ISBN
9781405135566
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 98.41

Paperback. This thoroughly up-to-date examination of prestressing technology covers basic techniques, materials and systems. It shows the application of prestressing technology in a various construction projects including buildings, bridges, offshore structures, floating structures, poles, pipes, roads, railroads, airfields, and more. Num Pages: 616 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: TNC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 37. Weight in Grams: 950.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
616
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471181132
ISBN
9780471181132
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 166.42

Hardcover. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: AMC; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 191. Weight in Grams: 567.
Publisher
powerHouse Books
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781576877784
ISBN
9781576877784
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 35.94

Paperback. Num Pages: 336 pages, 240 black & white illustrations, 43 black & white tables. BIC Classification: 4KVCS; 4KVTG; PBW; TNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 190 x 16. Weight in Grams: 736.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780415810784
ISBN
9780415810784
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.31

Hardback. Covers the range of materials that are encountered in the construction process, from traditional materials such as stone through masonry and steel to plastics and composites. This book also covers issues of whole life cost and sustainability, along with health and safety aspects of both use and installation. Editor(s): Doran, David K.; Cather, Bob; Doran, D. K.; Cather, R. Num Pages: 488 pages, 200 black & white illustrations, 128 black & white tables. BIC Classification: GBC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 250 x 191 x 32. Weight in Grams: 1088.
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
488
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780750663762
ISBN
9780750663762
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 184.90

Paperback. aeo first update since 1983 -- major developments in construction management since then aeo other textbooks concentrate on the management of projects -- this deals with managing a contractora s business aeo well established text with well known authors aeo first edition published by Longman Pearson 0--852--30522--5. Num Pages: 392 pages, 228. BIC Classification: KJM; KNJ; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 175 x 19. Weight in Grams: 840.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
392
Condition
New
SKU
V9780632064021
ISBN
9780632064021
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 73.54

Num Pages: 720 pages, black & white tables, figures. BIC Classification: KJM; TNK. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 238 x 182 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1215.
Publication date
2008
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe United States
Edition
2 Rev ed
Number of pages
720
Condition
New
SKU
V9780073401041
ISBN
9780073401041
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 251.76

Paperback. The management of construction projects is a wide ranging and challenging discipline in an increasingly international industry, facing continual challenges and demands for improvements in safety, in quality and cost control, and in the avoidance of contractual disputes. Num Pages: 330 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white line drawings, figures. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 170 x 247 x 15. Weight in Grams: 648.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9781118539576
ISBN
9781118539576
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 63.75

Hardback. * *1. covers all construction process themes in one book * *2. encourages a reflective approach through numerous exercises and tasks * *3. Editor(s): Akintoye, Akintola; Goulding, Jack; Zawdie, Girma. Num Pages: 456 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KJM; KNJC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 249 x 176 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1044.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405156486
ISBN
9781405156486
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 116.98

Hardcover. Written as a reference on effective engineering practice for construction activities in Arctic and Sub-Arctic regions. It is based on many sources around the world including the Soviet Union and China where people live and work in very low temperatures. Series: Wiley Series of Practical Construction Guides. Num Pages: 640 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNH; TNK; TQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 239 x 167 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1036.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1991
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
640
Condition
New
SKU
V9780471525035
ISBN
9780471525035
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 270.20

Paperback. This work provides knowledge, understanding and guidance to the detailed and complex requirements of health and safety legislation as applied to the construction industry. It links with the CIOB Education Framework at levels 2 and 3. Num Pages: 292 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: KNXC; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 188 x 17. Weight in Grams: 528.
Publisher
Routledge
Number of pages
296
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2001
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780582414426
ISBN
9780582414426
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 84.66
€ 76.23

Hardcover. The Second Edition of this highly visual text brings together sketching, plan reading, and working drawing as they are used in the construction process. Hundreds of details from actual and idealized working drawings, with explanatory photographs and drawings, show how construction graphics "translate" into construction methods and practices. Num Pages: 480 pages, ill. BIC Classification: AM; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 287 x 222 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1364.
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
480
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2008
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470137505
ISBN
9780470137505
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 134.25

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

€ 220.63

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

€ 207.34

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

€ 139.09

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

€ 70.55
€ 63.32

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

€ 152.87

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

€ 227.15

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

€ 255.19
€ 170.96

This book complements existing texts on strategic management in construction by deconstructing the views of the key thinkers in the industry and providing practical insights into its future direction. Num Pages: 240 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 245 x 180 x 18. Weight in Grams: 570.
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405157971
ISBN
9781405157971
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.30

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

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