This book presents a fascinating overview of a conference that harmonized the differences in methods of testing and specifications for cement between three major organizations in 1915: the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Committee on Standard Specifications for Cement of the American Society for Testing Materials, and the Departmental Committee of the United States Government. It establishes the commonly accepted standards for cement specifications and methods of tests that form the cornerstone of present-day cement and concrete industry. The author provides a detailed account of changes made to requirements, methods and details of testing and sampling cement, including relevant discussions and supporting data. This book is a valuable resource for engineers, architects, contractors, and anyone interested in the history and evolution of cement testing and specifications.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a fascinating overview of a conference that harmonized the differences in methods of testing and specifications for cement between three major organizations in 1915: the American Society of Civil Engineers, the Committee on Standard Specifications for Cement of the American Society for Testing Materials, and the Departmental Committee of the United States Government. It establishes the commonly accepted standards for cement specifications and methods of tests that form the cornerstone of present-day cement and concrete industry. The author provides a detailed account of changes made to requirements, methods and details of testing and sampling cement, including relevant discussions and supporting data. This book is a valuable resource for engineers, architects, contractors, and anyone interested in the history and evolution of cement testing and specifications. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334256158_0
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