Contributions

  • Tovey, Alan. - Contributor
  • Fried, Anton, 1951- - Contributor

Publication

2000 - Spon Press, New York, New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

95,500 words, Guess

Page Count

382 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • DDC693/.5
  • LCCTH1491 .R57 2000

Description

"The Concrete Masonry Designer's Handbook covers all aspects of the design, construction and performance of concrete masonry. Detailed chapters are provided on the principles of limit state design, materials and testing, and types of concrete masonry unit. Design guidance is provided on issues ranging from stability, robustness, loading, reinforcement and overall layout of walls. Additional design aspects are considered such as the thermal performance of masonry, the resistance of masonry to rain penetration, sound insulation, fire resistance and movement. Further practical help is provided on specification, workmanship, blemishes, and faults. Detailed cross-referencing is made throughout to the UK masonry design code BS5628."--BOOK JACKET.

Subjects

Topics

GeneralStandardsConstructionHouse & homeConcrete masonryHandbooks, manualsConcrete construction

Places

Genres

  • Handbooks, manuals, etc.

Other Editions

  • Concrete masonry designer's handbookSpon Press2000-01-01

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