Isbn: 9781527738096 - design of a modern steel mill building: thesis (classic reprint) (5 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condizione: New.

Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a detailed walkthrough of the design and construction process for a large-scale steel mill building. It highlights the unique challenges, such as a rapidly expanding industry, scarcity of materials and labor, and immense costs, faced by an electrochemical company during World War I. The author, an engineer directly involved in the project, presents practical design methods and solutions for various elements of the building, including its complex steel framing, roof system, columns, and concrete footings. The book demonstrates how these designs were influenced by the production process, equipment layout, and the company's vision for future expansion. Additionally, the author discusses vital considerations such as efficient drainage, ample lighting, and ventilation, which were essential for the health and productivity of the workforce. The book also sheds light on the significance of collaboration between engineers, contractors, and the building's owners, emphasizing its impact on expediting the construction process. Through this detailed account, the author offers valuable insights into the complexities of designing and constructing a state-of-the-art industrial facility during an extraordinary period. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…