num_pages: 390
description: This primer provides basic information on all roofing design systems and materials, followed by numerous examples from all parts of the world, from low-cost solutions to high tech design. The annex comprises a comprehensive list of addresses, bibliography, conversion factors for international units of measurement and physical data of the roofing material. This sourcebook contributes to a worldwide exchange of experience between all those who are involved in the research, development and implementation of more appropriate roof construction, either looking for labour-intensive low-cost technologies or more sophisticated solutions.
language: English
title: Roofing Primer - a Catalogue of Potential Solutions
titlecomplete: Roofing Primer - a Catalogue of Potential Solutions
publisher: The Swiss Centre for Development Cooperation in Technology Management(SKAT)