Scheduling and Expediting
Two common methods of scheduling construction projects are by means of the Gantt (bar) chart (Fig. 17.14) and by means of […]
Santa Barbara Urban Hydrograph Method
When designing flood control structures and some stormwater treatment facilities, the designer must know more than just the peak flow
Satellite surveying
7.1 Introduction At the time of going to press, satellite surveying relies mainly on a system called global positioning system
SBCCI
Southern Building Code Congress International (SBCCI): In the past, this group developed and published the Standard Building Code (SBC).
Sand
Sand is a natural product which is obtained as river sand, nalla sand and pit sand. However sea sand should
Sample Estimate
As an example, the following illustrates preparation of an estimate for a trench excavation. The estimate can be regarded as a
Rubber Flooring
Rubber flooring is intended for use on rigid subfloors, such as smooth-finished or screeded concrete supported above grade, or on structurally
Rusting of steel
Metallic corrosion processes in general, and the rusting of steel in particular, are by nature electrochemical. They therefore require an
Safety
Responsibility for job safety rests initially with the superintendent. Various safety manuals are available giving recommended practice for all conceivable types