Iron, Steel and Fireproof Construction

London: Cassell and Company, Ltd, 1906. Book. Fair. Hardcover. First Edition. 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. 160+4 pages of ads. Index. Numerous engravings and diagrams. "A comprehensive digest of information, contributed to the columns of the journal 'Building World' which supplies concise information on the general principles and practice of the art on which it treats." - from Preface. The fifteen chapters include: Cast-iron Stanchions and Columns - Introduction and Design Calculations; Steel Stanchions - Built and Solid; Foundations for Columns/Loads on Columns; Calculating Weights of Stanchions, Girders, etc.; Bolts, Connections, and Rivets; Joists and Girders; Ascertaining Safe Loads on Joists and Girders; Practice of Iron and Steel Construction; Principles of Fireproof Construction; Fireproof Columns and Stanchions; Fireproof Floors; Fireproof Partitions; Fireproof Stairs, Roofs, and Ceilings; Fireproof Curtains, Doors, and Windows. Nostalgic endpaper ads. Somewhat above-average wear and soiling to pale green decorated boards. Binding intact. Moderate spine lean. Tiny vintage bookseller's label at foot of front free endpaper. Moderate quantity of light pencil markings to contents. A sound copy of this vintage engineering text..