This guide begins with a broad overview of mill building structures and their development, illustrated with examples of mill construction details. It then moves on to discuss measures that may be needed to ensure compliance with modern Building Regulations. Historical and modern evidence is presented to show that the robustness of these old buildings must be assessed carefully and guidance is given on how robustness may be improved, where necessary.
Chapter 1. Introduction
Chapter 2. Structural forms
Chapter 3. Robustness and whole structure considerations
Chapter 4. Structural inspection and element appraisal
Chapter 5. Example: Havelock Cotton Mill, Manchester