Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings

by Michael F. Atkinson

Overview

The Structural Defects Reference Manual for Low-Rise Buildings has been written to assist professionals and students involved in building construction to identify causes of structural failure. Each chapter carefully addresses design, materials and workmanship factors which contribute to structural defects. The main structural elements - roofs, wall

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781040177914
Publisher:	CRC Press
Publication date:	04/21/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
File size:	34 MB
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About the Author

Michael F. Atkinson is a highly experienced civil and structural engineer, and has been Engineering Manager for the National House Building Council (North) since 1984. A Fellow of the Institute of Structural Engineers and a Member of the Institute of Civil Engineers, he has over forty-two years' experience in the construction industry.

Table of Contents

Preface. Chapter 1: Background. Chapter 2: Surveys. Chapter 3: Site Investigation Equipment and Methods. Chapter 4: Structural Reports. Chapter 5: Roofs. Chapter 6: Upper Floors. Chapter 7: Ground Floors. Chapter 8: Main walls. Chapter 9: Foundations. Index.

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'A practical reference manual and guide for surveyors, engineers and loss adjustors.' Current Engineering Practice 2001

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'A practical reference manual and guide for surveyors, engineers and loss adjustors.' Current Engineering Practice 2001

‘...a practical reference manual and guide for surveyors, engineers and loss adjustors.' Current Engineering Practice 2001

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