Construction Databook: Construction Materials and Equipment Construction Materials and Equipment

by Levy, Sidney

• ISBN13: 9780071613576
• ISBN10: 0071613579
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2010-03-05
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education

Summary

Up-to-Date Details on Construction Materials and EquipmentA thoroughly revised, all-inclusive compendium,Construction Databook, Second Editioncontains 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

Author Biography

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