Construction Databook: Construction Materials and Equipment: Construction Materials and Equipment / Edition 2

by Sidney M. Levy

Overview

A thoroughly revised, all-inclusive compendium, Construction Databook, Second Edition contains hundreds of tables, specifications, charts, and illustrations covering all of the materials and equipment most frequently used at a typical job site. You'll find easy-to-access, practical information on application, selection, dimensions, and installation of all construction components. New details on sustainable materials and energy-saving options are also included. Ideal for both commercial and residential projects, this one-stop resource will help you run any construction job more efficiently and economically.

COVERAGE INCLUDES:

• Soils, site utilities, and sitework equipment
• Substructures
• The building envelope
• Carpentry, framing, drywall, and engineered wood projects
• Fireproofing and soundproofing
• Interior finishes—millwork, laminates, paint, and wall coverings
• Doors and windows
• Plumbing
• Mechanical systems and equipment
• Electrical
• Useful tables, charts, and formulas

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780071613576
Publisher:	McGraw Hill LLC
Publication date:	02/12/2010
Pages:	688
Product dimensions:	8.80(w) x 10.90(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

Sidney M. Levy is an independent construction industry consultant with more than 40 years of experience in the profession.

Table of Contents

Section 1 Soils, Site Utilities, Sitework Equipment
Section 2 Sub-Structures
Section 3 The Building Envelope
Section 4 Carpentry, Framing. Drywall, Engineered Wood Products
Section 5 Fireproofing and Soundproofing
Section 6 Interior Finishes- Millwork, Laminates, Paint and Wall Coverings
Section 7 Doors and Windows
Section 8 Plumbing
Section 9 Mechanical Systems and Equipment
Section 10 Electrical
Section 11 Useful Tables and Charts, and Formulas
Index