Handbook of Refractory Materials

The fourth edition of the Handbook of Refractory Materials has been completely revised and expanded. It also appears in a new format with four-color photos and a DVD. The reader obtains an extensive and detailed overview focusing on design, properties, calculations, terminology and testing of refractory materials thus providing important information for daily work. In the new edition of this standard work several chapters were revised with the assistance of new authors. The...
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The fourth edition of the Handbook of Refractory Materials has been completely revised and expanded. It also appears in a new format with four-color photos and a DVD. The reader obtains an extensive and detailed overview focusing on design, properties, calculations, terminology and testing of refractory materials thus providing important information for daily work. In the new edition of this standard work several chapters were revised with the assistance of new authors. The appendix was supplemented by following suggestions given by readers. The lists of standards and important literature were updated to further enhance the usability of this text.

With the great amount of information this compact handbook is a necessity for any professional working in the refractory material or thermal process sectors. The DVD enables more flexibility when in the office or while travelling. It also contains more information than provided in the book in form of publications focusing on refractory materials.