Building Construction Handbook

Author : Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno,Karl Kovac
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 729 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2024-05-31
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781000983302

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Chudley and Greeno's Building Construction Handbook by Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno,Karl Kovac Pdf

The 13th edition of Chudley and Greeno’s Building Construction Handbook remains THE authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice, techniques and regulations representing both traditional procedures and modern developments are included to provide the most comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide to building construction. This new edition has been updated to reflect recent changes to the Building Regulations, as well as including new material on modern methods of construction, greater emphasis on sustainability, health and safety, and coverage of heat pumps, photovoltaics, underfloor heating and rainwater harvesting. Chudley and Greeno’s Building Construction Handbook is the essential, easy-to-use resource for undergraduate and vocational students on a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National, through to Higher National Certificate and Diploma, to Foundation and three-year degree level. It is also a useful practical reference for building designers, contractors and others engaged in the construction industry.

Author : Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 1025 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-14
Category : House & Home
ISBN : 9781317442165

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Building Construction Handbook by Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno Pdf

Ideal for students on all construction courses Topics presented concisely in plain language and with clear drawings Updated to include revisions to Building and Construction regulations The Building Construction Handbook is THE authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. Its detailed drawings clearly illustrate the construction of building elements, and have been an invaluable guide for builders since 1988. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice, techniques, and regulations representing both traditional procedures and modern developments are included to provide the most comprehensive and easy to understand guide to building construction. This new edition has been updated to reflect recent changes to the building regulations, as well as new material on the latest technologies used in domestic construction. Building Construction Handbook is the essential, easy-to-use resource for undergraduate and vocational students on a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National, through to Higher National Certificate and Diploma, to Foundation and three-year Degree level. It is also a useful practical reference for building designers, contractors and others engaged in the construction industry.

Author : R. Chudley,Roger Greeno
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 738 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780750668224

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Building Construction Handbook by R. Chudley,Roger Greeno Pdf

This 6th edition includes numerous revisions, amendments and additions in line with ongoing practice and legislative changes in building construction. Included are features of construction that are designed to economise and manage the use of fuel energy in buildings and limit the effect on atmospheric pollution.

Author : Frederick S. Merritt
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 1512 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1982
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015048134012

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Building Design and Construction Handbook by Frederick S. Merritt Pdf

Provides updated, comprehensive, and practical information and guidelines on aspects of building design and construction, including materials, methods, structural types, components, and costs, and management techniques.

Author : Sam Kubba
Publisher : Butterworth-Heinemann
Page : 1064 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2016-10-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780128104439

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Handbook of Green Building Design and Construction by Sam Kubba Pdf

Handbook of Green Building Design and Construction: LEED, BREEAM, and Green Globes, Second Edition directly addresses the needs of building professionals interested in the evolving principles, strategies, and concepts of green/sustainable design. Written in an easy to understand style, the book is updated to reflect new standards to LEED. In addition, readers will find sections that cover the new standards to BREEAM that involve new construction Infrastructure, data centers, warehouses, and existing buildings. Provides vital information and penetrating insights into three of the top Green Building Codes and Standards applied Internationally Includes the latest updates for complying with LEED v4 Practices and BREEAM Presents case studies that draws on over 35 years of personal experience from across the world

Author : Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno,Karl Kovac
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 778 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-03-19
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780429648779

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Chudley and Greeno's Building Construction Handbook by Roy Chudley,Roger Greeno,Karl Kovac Pdf

The 12th edition of Chudley and Greeno’s Building Construction Handbook remains THE authoritative reference for all construction students and professionals. The principles and processes of construction are explained with the concepts of design included where appropriate. Extensive coverage of building construction practice, techniques and regulations representing both traditional procedures and modern developments are included to provide the most comprehensive and easy to understand guide to building construction. This new edition has been updated to reflect recent changes to the building regulations, as well as new material on modern methods of construction, greater emphasis on sustainability and a new look interior. Chudley and Greeno’s Building Construction Handbook is the essential, easy-to-use resource for undergraduate and vocational students on a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National, through to Higher National Certificate and Diploma, to Foundation and three-year Degree level. It is also a useful practical reference for building designers, contractors and others engaged in the construction industry.

Author : Clifford J. Schexnayder,Christine M. Fiori
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 603 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021-04-09
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781260456899

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Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety by Clifford J. Schexnayder,Christine M. Fiori Pdf

Plan, design, execute, and manage building construction projects This hands-on engineering textbook shows, step-by-step, how to work through the many stages of a building construction project―from planning and material selection through compliance, safety, and quality assurance. Written by a pair of highly respected experts in the industry, Handbook for Building Construction: Administration, Materials, Design, and Safety contains best practices, real-world examples, and practical applications. You will discover how to develop design specifications, understand complex codes and regulations, and apply the best methods for building construction jobs of all sizes. Coverage includes: The construction industry The project team Contract administration Construction Accounting Project Estimating Scheduling projects Risk management Building materials and construction methods Foundations Electrical construction Mechanical piping systems HVAC Energy efficient building systems Software support Productivity and quality management Equipment for building construction Safety

Author : Edward Allen
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 822 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Architecture
ISBN : UOM:39015048212594

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Fundamentals of Building Construction by Edward Allen Pdf

An introduction to the art of building, it has been revised and updated to reflect changes in the industry. Describes the materials used since ancient times—wood, stone, brick and the techniques by which they are made into buildings today—before proceeding to structural steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, float glass, extruded aluminum, advanced gypsum products, synthetic rubber compounds and plastics. Deals with whole systems of building including foundations, framing, roofing, interiors, electrical and mechanical systems. Each chapter contains a summary, list of key terms and concepts, review questions and references. Illustrated with over 300 line drawings and 700 photographs.

Author : F. S. Merritt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:786136841

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Building Construction Handbook by F. S. Merritt Pdf

Author : James J. Adrian
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 616 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Building
ISBN : UCAL:B4338314

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Building Construction Handbook by James J. Adrian Pdf

Author : Frederick S. Merritt,Jonathan T. Ricketts
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Page : 1688 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : UOM:39015049725149

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Building Design and Construction Handbook, 6th Edition by Frederick S. Merritt,Jonathan T. Ricketts Pdf

A where-would-you-be-without-it handbook covering every single important step in building design and construction, now updated to include key changes in design and construction practices. Surveys materials, structures, soil mechanics and foundations, building types, hardware, insulation, acoustics, plumbing, and more--all the material that will help architects, engineers, contractors, and others work better, faster, and smarter. Includes new design specifications; the latest developments in seismic and wind design criteria; new building systems and material; updated building codes throughout; NFPA requirements; and new wood material and codes.

Author : Roy Chudley
Publisher : Longman
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1987
Category : Building
ISBN : 0582420377

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Construction Technology by Roy Chudley Pdf

The four volumes of Construction Technology provide a comprehensive guide to building technology from simple domestic single storey construction using traditional techniques to more complex multi-storey construction using more modern industrialised techniques. Each volume describes the technology concisely and is well illustrated with the author's own illustrations. The series provides a basic knowledge of all building activities from basic methods of construction in the early volumes through to more complex topics such as site planning, curtain walling and builders plant in later volumes. The series concentrates on the technology and avoids lengthy descriptive passages, leaving the description to the author's very detailed drawings. Volume 2 completes the coverage of conventional methods and materials of construction. As with volume 1, it deals with the construction of a small structure such as a bungalow or two-storey house. The book introduces more complex topics than are covered in volume 1. It deals with site and temporary works, e.g. simple excavations and scaffolding; substructure topics such as retaining walls and reinforce concrete foundations; simple framed buildings; floors and roof structures such as precast concrete floors and asphalt and lead-covered roofs; finishes and fittings such as simple concrete stairs; insulation; and services such as electrical and gas installations.

Author : USG
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 576 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781118749814

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The Gypsum Construction Handbook by USG Pdf

The tried-and-true Gypsum Construction Handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and efficient installation methodology. The Seventh Edition features updates in gypsum products, including ultralight panels, glass-mat panels, paperfaced plastic bead, and ultralightweight joint compound, and modern specialty acoustical and ceiling product guidelines. This comprehensive reference also incorporates the latest in sustainable products.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 539 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Building
ISBN : OCLC:939652783

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Building Construction Handbook by Anonim Pdf

Author : Andrew Watts
Publisher : Birkhäuser
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2016-05-24
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9783035607710

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Modern Construction Handbook by Andrew Watts Pdf

Modern Construction Handbook has become a modern classic of building construction literature. In the USA, it is used as a reference work for many architectural courses. With the chapters "Material", "Wall", "Roof", "Structure", "Environment" and "Applications" it systematically explores the subject and provides a clear and efficient structure to the reader. For the fourth edition, many of the 3D illustrations have been updated and, likewise, the technical information has been brought up to date. "Applications" showcases current developments, such as those relating tomass customization manufacture of components, and presents material and construction innovations. A compact and systematic handbook filled with information, produced for students and young architects alike.