Concise, well-illustrated, and exceptionally easy to understand, this primer helps readers develop a working knowledge of the design decisions, equipment options, and operations of water supply and drainage systems of a building. It provides examples of actual building applications for each topic and includes a full chapter of installations in example residences and office occupancies. Outlines simple, effective methods for calculating various types of hot and cold water demand for buildings--including water demand for fire ...
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Concise, well-illustrated, and exceptionally easy to understand, this primer helps readers develop a working knowledge of the design decisions, equipment options, and operations of water supply and drainage systems of a building. It provides examples of actual building applications for each topic and includes a full chapter of installations in example residences and office occupancies. Outlines simple, effective methods for calculating various types of hot and cold water demand for buildings--including water demand for fire protection and HVAC systems. Covers wastewater and site and roof water drainage. Shows how to design, size, and detail plumbing systems for buildings. Explains how to handle the decorative or ornamental use of water in site design. Details how to select and integrate plumbing components with site, building, foundations, structure, materials, finishes, and assemblies. For architects, constructors, managers, occupants, and owners who wish to refresh or improve their understanding of building plumbing installations.
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Add this copy of Efficient Building Design Series, Volume 3: Water and to cart. $21.77, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Dallas rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Pearson.
Add this copy of Efficient Building Design Series, Volume 3: Water and to cart. $69.36, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1999 by Pearson.