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BNI Public Works Costbook 2009
This
extensive resource provides current, accurate construction costs and
man-hour data for all aspects of public works construction. Costs
are based on "contractor's prices" for materials and prevailing
rates for labor. Overhead and profit are included in all costs -
there's no confusion! All data is organized in the 16 Division CSI
MASTERFORMAT - the industry standard. This simple, easy-to-use
format along with the detailed index means you can instantly find
the costs you need for fast, reliable estimates. |
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Bridge Builders
An
Indispensible Reference Guide Assists in Planning and Designing
Bridge Architecture for Specific Environments
The Builders Series focuses on specific
types of constructions, presenting vivid global examples by
world-renowned architects. Packed full of construction methods, case
studies, outstanding imagery and technical plans, these titles offer
indispensable reference guides to assist you in planning and
designing architecture for specific environments. Bridge Builders
provides a unique insight into modern bridge building by focusing on
both the aesthetic and technical aspects of their construction.
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Bridge Management
A
Comprehensive Account of Bridge Management Developments for
Researchers, Designers, Builders, Administrators and Owners
Bridge Management draws on Bojidar Yanev's
thirty years of research, teaching, and consulting as well as his
management of 800 of New York City's 2,200 bridges. It offers an
insider's view of the problems to be resolved in bridge management
by civil and transportation engineers, budget and asset managers,
abstract analysts, and hands-on field workers. |
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Bridgescape:
The Art of Designing Bridges
A Highly
Visual Guide to Understanding and Using Aesthetics in the Design of
Bridges
An updated classic on designing both
functional and visually stunning bridges. This highly visual guide
to understanding and using aesthetics in the design of bridges is
now available in a second edition. You'll find updated bridge
examples, improved photographs, and more technical depth for serious
engineering study. New case studies of bridges currently underway
provide real-world coverage, with an emphasis on the relationship
between design problems, planning, and solutions, along with
structural and cost challenges |
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Construction Master Pro-Trig
Advanced Construction Math Calculator for Building, Carpentry
and Architect/ Engineering Pros
with Full Trig Functions
The Construction Master Pro Trig
Feet-Inch-Fraction calculator provides the building professional
complete trigonometric function. This powerful and advanced
construction-math calculator features new built-in solutions and
expanded preference selection. It allows you to easily determine
precise angle measurements and solve the most complex design and
construction-math problems. Perfect for estimating materials and
costs. In the field or office it helps assure accuracy, save time
and money. |
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Design of
Highway Bridges: An LRFD Approach
A
Comprehensive Guide to Applying Theory and Specifications to
Real-World Highway Bridge Design
Design of Highway Bridges, Second Edition
offers detailed coverage of engineering basics for the design of
short- and medium-span bridges. Based on the American Association of
State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) LRFD Bridge
Design Specifications, it is an excellent engineering resource.
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The
Effective Public Manager: Achieving Success In a Changing Government
The New
Fourth Edition Focuses on Assisting Real-World Managers and
Managers-to-be Meet the Demands of Their Jobs
Since it was first published more than
twenty years ago, The Effective Public Manager has become the
classic resource for public administrators, managers and students.
The fourth edition of groundbreaking work synthesizes the current
thinking in the field and presents practical lessons and tools in a
highly accessible format. Focused on helping real-world managers and
managers-to-be meet the demands of their jobs head-on rather than
working around the constraints of government, this book offers a
fresh approach to implementing effective management tools in a
dynamic political, organizational, economic, and technological
context |
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DigiRoller Plus II
Digital Distance Measuring Wheel
- Durable, Hi-Tech Design and Folding Kickstand
Easy, One-Person Operation - Get fast, accurate
measurements for all your on-site linear, area and volume estimates.
Built-in functions automatically calculate and
store square footage, cubic volumes and more for up to 9 different
areas. Works and converts in all U.S. and Metric units.
Weighs just 3 lbs. and includes convenient kickstand. |
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Harnessing AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009
Learn How to Use AutoCAD 2009
in Civil Engineering Projects!
Focusing on best practice and presenting
relevant exercises that familiarizing users with the commands,
design components, and software tools, Harnessing AutoCAD Civil 3D
2009 offers all the information needed to learn the fundamentals of
this widely used civil engineering program. The book’s comprehensive
coverage includes straightforward explanations of program
functionality plus exercises demonstrating how its concepts fit into
civil engineering design. The book’s logical organization fully lays
out the process for performing all of the tasks required to create
Civil 3D objects. |
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Movable
Bridge Engineering
Complete
Reference Guide to the Design, Maintenance and Upkeep of Movable
Bridges
This reference work addresses both the
maintenance and the upkeep of existing movable bridges, as well as
the complete design of new movable bridges. Comprehensive coverage
is provided on engineering design and actual construction technology
used in building all major types of bridges, including all
structural issues and relevant mechanical and electrical systems
used to make such bridges functional. Includes coverage of vertical
lift, swing, and bascule bridges for both highway and railway usage.
Offers valuable guidance on operation, maintenance, inspection, and
rehabilitation of moveable bridges. |
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Public Works Inspectors’ Manual
A complete operational and technical guidebook
for all professionals involved in public works construction. The
most complete and authoritative reference of its kind ever written.
75 charts, tables and drawings. This newest edition
of the familiar "Blue Book," is updated to reflect the changing
technologies of construction, and is now in both English and Metric.
Written by a former Public Works inspector |
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Scale
Master II / PC Interface Combo Pack
Portable, Digital
Take-Off Tool With 91 Built-in Scales
For
Construction Estimators, Contractors or Anyone Who Works with
Blueprints - Thousands of
construction pro's use the Scale Master II to bid faster and more
accurately. Now it's time for you to gain the competitive edge, and
perform take-offs with speed and confidence! Instantly double-check
plans. Transfer data directly to your PC & estimating program (with
included PC interface). Cut estimating errors and improve profits |
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Scale Master II
Portable, Digital Take-Off Tool With 91 Built-in Scales
For Construction Estimators, Contractors or Anyone Who Works with
Blueprints - Obtain fast,
accurate take-offs from blueprints in any scale, anywhere! Thousands of
construction pro's use the Scale Master series of digital plan
measures to bid faster and more accurately.
Also Available >>
Optional PC Interface for Scale
Master II |
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Seismic Design and Retrofit of
Bridges
Learn The Basics of Seismic Resistant Design of Bridges
This book addresses the
seismic design and retrofit of bridges. It provides detailed
information on the seismic considerations in the design of a wide
range of substructures including beam and slab, box girder, arch,
cable, stayed, and suspension bridges. Topics include damage and
design philosophy, geotechnical considerations, design, modeling and
analysis, seismic assessment and retrofit of existing bridges. |
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Seismic Principles Practice Exams for
the California Special Civil Engineer Examination
The Most Realistic Seismic
Exam Practice You Can Get
The best way to assess your
readiness for the California Special Civil Engineer Seismic
Examination is to take a practice exam as similar to the
actual exam as possible. Seismic Principles Practice Exams
provides the most realistic practice you can get. These two complete
practice exams, each with 47 multiple-choice problems, are designed
to mimic the range of topics and degree of difficulty of the actual
exam. With each exam, you can practice your problem-solving skills,
find out how long you take to solve different types of problems, and
determine which subject areas require more review or practice. Fully
explained, step-by-step solutions are provided for each problem,
allowing you to check your answers and understand the most efficient
solving methods. |
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Standard Plans For Public Works Construction
This visual reference, also updated and
revised to comply with the Federal regulations for metric
documentation, is the graphic companion to the "Greenbook."
Hundreds of detailed drawings, cross sections, design
criteria, and dimensions graphically depict all aspects of
public works construction. Every dimension is listed in both
feet/inches and metric equivalents. This book, along with the
"Greenbook,"
sets the standard for quality and uniformity in public works
construction. |
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