Discover the full craft of slate—from quarry to finished product. This nonfiction overview explains how slate is mined, split, shaped, and finished, with practical details about machinery, safety, and waste reduction that drive the industry.
This edition compiles essential methods, plant layouts, and transportation ideas used in slate mills and quarries. It also covers how different slates perform in the field and how industry standards guide production, quality, and by‑product use. Read it to understand how workers turn raw slate into roofing slates, school slates, and other products.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This informative text delves into the global slate industry, detailing the techniques, materials, and history of quarrying slate for commercial use. Beginning with an examination of slate's natural properties and geological origins, the author guides readers through every stage of slate extraction, from identifying and accessing viable deposits to the efficient processing of slate into marketable products. The book also explores the historical significance of slate as a construction material and traces its prominent role in architecture from ancient times to the present day. By presenting a comprehensive overview of the slate industry, this book provides valuable insights for industry professionals, history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the materials that shape our built environment. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331938927_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331938927
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331938927
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331938927
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