Economy of the Round Dairy Barn by Wilber J. Fraser
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| Author | Fraser, Wilber J. (Wilber John), 1869-1949 |
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| Title | Economy of the Round Dairy Barn |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Economy of the Round Dairy Barn" by Wilber J. Fraser is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book explores the construction and economic advantages of round dairy barns compared to traditional rectangular barns. Its key theme centers on the benefits of adopting circular designs in agricultural buildings, particularly for dairy farming. In this publication, Fraser details the advantages of round barns, emphasizing their superior strength, convenience, and cost-effectiveness. He presents a comprehensive analysis that includes a breakdown of materials needed, construction methods, and practical comparisons in lumber costs between round and rectangular barns. The book reports significant savings in material use for round barns, ranging from 34 to 58 percent less compared to rectangular structures of similar size. Moreover, Fraser supports his arguments with practical examples and illustrations of existing round barns, offering insights into their design and functionality, thereby advocating for their adoption in dairy farming practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NA: Fine Arts: Architecture |
| LoC Class | SF: Agriculture: Animal culture |
| Subject | Round barns -- Illinois |
| Subject | Dairy barns -- Design and construction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38321 |
| Release Date | Dec 16, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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