Protection of Concrete
Subtitle: Proceedings of the International Conference, University of
Contributors: Green, Jeffrey
Publisher: Spon Press
Published: 1990
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
Number of pages: 1031
ISBN-13: 9780203473382
Subjects: Concrete; Defects
Description: Concrete is arguably the major construction material used worldwide. It has generally served well, yet too often it has failed to achieve the required performance. Although developments in materials and practice have widened the scope for the use of concrete, they have also had effects on its performance. This book presents current thinking and future developments on means of protecting concrete and ensuring its adequate performance in the required application.
Notes: Description based on print version record.
Table of contents: title: BOOK COVER; HALF-TITLE; SERIES-TITLE; TITLE; COPYRIGHT; PREFACE; ORGANISING COMMITTEE; TECHNICAL COMMITTEE; SUPPORTING BODIES; SPONSORING ORGANISATIONS; EXHIBITORS; CONTENTS; Theme 1 CONCRETE: THE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL; Theme 2 METHODS OF PROTECTING CONCRETE COATINGS AND LININGS; Theme 2 METHODS OF PROTECTION CONCRETE COATINGS AND LININGS; Theme 3 PROTECTION OF STRUCTURAL CONCRETE; Theme 3 PROTECTION OF STRUCTURAL CONCRETE; Theme 4 PROTECTION THROUGH DESIGN; Theme 4 PROTECTION THROUGH DESIGN; Theme 5 PROTECTION THROUGH CONSTRUCTION; Theme 5 PROTECTION THROUGH CONSTRUCTION.