Guide To Historical Steel Reinforcement In Australia

Education & Reference Transport & Engineering History

Guide to Historical Steel Reinforcement in Australia, produced by the Steel Reinforcement Institute of Australia, is the only hardcover reference that traces the evolution of steel reinforcing from colonial beginnings to today’s high-rise skyline. Its 306 pages pair crisp technical data with hundreds of illustrations, maps and archival photographs, making it a standout on any engineering, construction or Australian-history shelf.

Collectors prize this 2019 illustrated edition for its meticulous coverage of local standards, foundries and landmark projects, while builders and students value the clear explanations of how reinforced concrete shaped modern cities. The durable library-quality binding ensures it survives site visits and coffee-table browsing alike.

This copy arrives from a smoke-free home in like-new condition—no bumped corners, no inscriptions, no remainder marks—ready for gifting or display. Whether you’re a civil engineer, heritage consultant or simply hooked on Australian industrial history, Guide to Historical Steel Reinforcement in Australia delivers authoritative insight without the jargon.