Taylor & Francis Heavy Construction, Third Edition, Volume 2: Drilling and Blasting, Tunnelling: v. 2

In any major heavy construction venture, planning, equipment, and project management play a key role. This major, two-volume work coherently sets out the main considerations of these areas, and shows how to reduce both time and cost without compromising quality and safety aspects. From the Back Cover In any major heavy construction venture, overall planning, satisfactory maintenance of equipment, and efficient project management clearly play key roles. This third edition coherently sets out the considerations inherent in all aspects of these themes, and more. It contains sections on:· project management· construction equipment· concrete production and placement· drilling and blasting - tunnelingKeeping in view the complexity of heavy construction and the often astronomical costs of the structures involved, this book shows how to reduce both time and cost without compromising on specifications, and how to ensure optimum utilization of men, materials and resources. About the Author Punjab Technical University, India