Building Services Handbook
Description:... Building Services Handbook summarises the application of all common elements of building services practice, technique and procedure to provide an essential information resource for students and practitioners working in building services, building management, facilities administration and maintenance sectors of the construction industry. Information is presented in the highly illustrated and accessible style of the best-selling companion title Building Construction Handbook.
This new edition contains updated and expanded guidance on sustainability in services installation as well as additional measures for energy/fuel conservation, with further examples from alternative and renewable energy power sources. Guidance on water conservation, efficiency of fittings and appliances, and flood resilience measures are also included. It has been revised and expanded to take into account recent amendments to the Building Regulations Approved Documents and guidance from British and European Standards.
THE comprehensive reference for all construction and building services students, Building Services Handbook is ideal for a wide range of courses including NVQ and BTEC National through Higher National Certificate and Diploma to Foundation and three-year Degree level. The clear illustrations and complementary references to industry standards combine essential guidance with a resource base for further reading and development of specific topics.
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