Bøger af Robert Shirtcliffe

First published in 1835, this practical guide to gauging - the measurement of the volume of liquids - offers a concise and accessible introduction to the subject. Shirtcliffe's straightforward approach makes it an ideal reference for anyone involved in the shipping, brewing, or distilling industries.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

""The Theory and Practice of Gauging: Demonstrated in a Short and Easy Method"" is a book written by Robert Shirtcliffe and published in 1740. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the process of gauging, which involves measuring the volume of liquids in containers such as barrels, casks, and tanks. The book covers the principles of gauging, including the use of gauging rods, the calculation of the volume of irregularly shaped containers, and the correction of measurements for temperature and pressure. It also includes practical advice on the tools and techniques used in gauging, as well as examples of gauging calculations. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an invaluable resource for anyone involved in the measurement of liquids.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.