Testing of materials and manufactured items is a key element in the process from standard specification through control and verification during manufacture to trade in
actual products. In particular, the validity, reliability and economic aspects of testing are of importance. This process is becoming more urgent with the development of the European market and other developments in international trade. Considerable progress is being made in setting up cooperative agreements and networks both bilaterally and multilaterally between countries, covering reference materials, and calibration, accreditation and quality assurance of laboratories, equipment and staff. This book contains invited contributions
from many of the individuals and organisations most closely
involved in these international developments. Also included
are papers and case studies from all parts of the world discussing particular aspects of test quality of construction, materials and structures. The volume will be valuable for those responsible for managing and carrying out testing in commercial, industrial and research laboratories, and also for anyone with an interest in international harmonization of technical standards.
Edited by:
M. Fickelson Imprint: Spon Press Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 234mm,
Width: 156mm,
Spine: 22mm
Weight: 725g ISBN:9780412394508 ISBN 10: 0412394502 Pages: 348 Publication Date:04 October 1990 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Further / Higher Education
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active