Synopses & Reviews
DESCRIPTION: Based on the Institute of Concrete Technology's advanced course, this new four-volume series is a comprehensive educational and reference resource for the concrete materials technologist. An international team of experts from research, academia, and industry has been brought together to produce this unique work. This volume deals with the processes, machinery, and techniques for working with concrete. With worked examples, case studies and illustrations throughout, the book will be a key reference for the concrete specialist for years to come. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Mix Design; Special Concretes; Special Processes and Technology for Particular Types of Structure; Ready-Mixed Concrete; Exposed Concrete Finishes; Repairing Concrete; Formwork; Concrete Plant; Precast Concrete; Concrete Roads; Industrial Floors; Principles of Reinforced and Prestressed Concrete
Synopsis
Based on the Institute of Concrete Technology's Advanced Concrete Technology Course, these four volumes are a comprehensive educational and reference resource for the concrete materials technologist. An expert international team of authors from research, academia and industry has been brought together to produce this unique series. Each volume deals with a different aspect of the subject: constituent materials, properties, processes and testing and quality. With worked examples, case studies and illustrations throughout, the books will be a key reference for the concrete specialist for years to come.
* Expert international authorship ensures the series is authoritative
* Case studies and worked examples help the reader apply their knowledge to practice
* Comprehensive coverage of the subject gives the reader all the necessary reference material
Table of Contents
Mix Design
Special Concretes
Special Processes And Technology For Particular Types Of Structure
Ready-Mixed Concrete
Exposed Concrete Finishes
Repairing Concrete, Formwork
Concrete Plant
Precast Concrete
Concrete Roads, Industrial Floors
Principles Of Reinforced And Prestressed Concrete