Iron Roofs: A Series Of Examples, Illustrating Various Combinations Of Iron (1850) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164824343)

Iron Roofs: A Series Of Examples, Illustrating Various Combinations Of Iron (1850) is a book written by George Drysdale Dempsey. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of iron roofs that were popular in the mid-19th century. The author discusses the various materials and techniques used in constructing these roofs, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of each. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of iron roofs, including those used in factories, warehouses, and other commercial buildings. The author also provides detailed information on the design and construction of these roofs, including the use of trusses, purlins, and other structural elements. Iron Roofs is an important historical document that provides a valuable insight into the construction practices of the mid-19th century, and is an essential resource for architects, engineers, and historians interested in the history of construction and architecture.Both Malleable And Cast, In The Construction Of Roofs For Warehouses, Factories, Railway Stations, And Other Buildings, From 20 To 150 Feet In Span. Comprising Details Of The Roofs At The New Palace At Westminster, And At The Pentonville Model Prison, Of The Compounded Rafters Of The Great Roof At Liverpool, Etc. With Enlarged Sections Of The Parts Of Several Roofs, Admitting Of Ready Adaptation To All Intermediate Spans And To All Descriptions Of Buildings.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Drysdale Dempsey
ISBN-10: 1164824341
ISBN-13: 9781164824343
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 54
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.32lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.11d