Lowndes, William S. (William Shepherd) 1866- creator text -19 2024 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Hardware, Estimating, and Mill Design" by William S. Lowndes is a technical publication created in the early 20th century. This work appears to focus on the principles and practices in hardware used for construction, along with estimating costs and mill design. The book likely serves as a comprehensive guide for architects, builders, and students in the field of architecture and building construction. The opening of this work provides a detailed overview of its purpose and structure, establishing it as part of the International Library of Technology. It emphasizes the importance of practical, clear information tailored for those who may only study part-time while employed. Lowndes discusses the significance of understanding builders' hardware, including nails, screws, and hinges, and introduces core topics that will be elaborated upon in subsequent sections, such as estimating hardware needs and designing effective specifications. This introduction sets the stage for a thorough exploration of these essential components in building construction. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2024-02-08 Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Originally published: Scranton, PA: International Textbook Company, 1909 Building -- Estimates Hardware Factories -- Design and construction TS Scranton, PA: International Textbook Company, 1909 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72897 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72897 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134703.0 72897