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On the principles and practice of capital cost estimating with specific reference to the process industries. The emphasis is on the basic principles, concepts, philosophy and techniques of capital cost estimating, rather than on specific numbers and precise data. Deals comprehensively with the various types of estimate required, from feasibility studies through to project completion. The text is supported by illustrative examples, with consistent emphasis on the practical. Takes a worldwide approach, particularly in relation to location factors and the estimating of capital projects in developing countries and remote areas of the world. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR