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Books and Publications for Construction Regulations We have assembled some of the most valuable books covering construction regulations in association with Amazon.com. Fundamentals of Building Construction : Materials and Methods - Hardcover - 816 pages 3rd edition (November 1998) by Edward Allen, et al Concerned primarily with the technologies of construction materials; what the materials are, how they are produced, what their properties are, and how they are crafted into buildings; this textbook for architecture, engineering, and construction technology students covers newly introduced building products, as well as older products that have assumed new and more important roles. List Price: $89.95 Our Price: $80.96 You Save: $8.99 (10%) Building the Empire State - Hardcover - 160 pages 1 Ed edition (July 1998) by Carol Willis (Editor), Donald Friedman (Editor), skyscraper Constructed in 11 months, the Empire State Building was a marvel of modern engineering. Its frame rose more than a story a day--no comparable building since has managed that rate of ascent. In "Building the Empire State", a rediscovered 1930s notebook charts the construction of this crowning achievement. List Price: $29.95 Our Price: $20.97 You Save: $8.98 (30%) . Blueprint Reading for Construction - Paperback - 200 pages Package edition (January 1998) by James A. S. Fatzinger Based on the author's extensive practical experience in construction as a crew member in the field (as contractor and a professional estimator). This introduction book to blueprint reading covers all types of blueprints including civil, architectural, structural, mechanical (plumbing and HVAC), and electrical — with a focus on present-day construction materials and logical sequencing of construction procedures and methods. Our Price: $58.00 . Fundamentals of Building Construction : Materials and Methods - Hardcover - 803 pages 2nd edition (May 1990) by Edward Allen, Joseph Iano (Illustrator) 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. Each chapter contains a summary, list of key terms and concepts, review questions and references. Illustrated with over 300 line drawings and 700 photographs. List Price: $95.00 Our Price: $85.50 You Save: $9.50 (10%) . Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods (McGraw-Hill Series in Construction Engineering and Project Management) - Hardcover 5th edition (November 1995) by Robert L. Peurifoy, Cliff Schexnayder (Contributor), William B. Ledbetter (Contributor) A careful revision of one of the best-selling texts in the McGraw-Hill Construction Engineering Series, Construction Planning, Equipment, and Methods continues to reflect the very latest engineering practices, and proceeds to effectively tie in theory with current trends in this dynamic industry. Our Price: $97.18 . Contractor's Portable Handbook - Spiral-bound - 512 pages (March 1998) by R. Dodge Woodson A visual data book for the construction trades consisting of quick-reference tables, easy-to-use formulae, and charts. Each of the 30 chapters deal with individual aspects of construction and remodeling from foundations to roof systems. A glossary is planned for terms and abbreviations commonly encountered in construction. Our Price: $59.95 . Structural Engineering Handbook - Hardcover - 1184 pages 4th edition (January 1997) by Edwin H., Jr Gaylord (Editor), Charles N. Gaylord (Editor), ja Stallmeyer, James E. Stallmeyer (Contributor) Thoroughly revised and updated to include latest design developments, standard specifications and codes. Our Price: $115.00 . Roark's Formulas for Stress and Strain - Hardcover - 763 pages 6th edition (February 1989) by Warren C. Young Engineers the world over have used Roark's formulas for fast, superior stress analysis in engineering design. This edition has it all-hundreds of valuable formulas and new data on curved beams, shells, and plane areas. It will save you hours of valuable time and money every time you design and analyze the physical and environmental stresses of structural components. Our Price: $79.95 Key Words: The above list is only a fraction of what videos that are available for your home improvement needs. Type in your Key Words, and Hit Search! Click here for shipping information or customer service. General Improvement Books How To Videos for Home Improvements and Repair Magazines for Gardening & Home Improvement How To Videos for Landscaping and Gardens

 

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