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BNI Public Works Costbook 2008
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
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Improved Durable, Hi-Tech Design and Folding Kickstand
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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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Laser Dimension Master
Ultrasonic
Distance Measurer With Laser-Pointer-- Helps You See Exactly Where
You're Measuring! -
Real Estate Agents/Brokers,
Interior Designers, Contractors/Builders, Remodelers, Estimators, Do-It-Yourselfers--Anyone Who Takes Interior
or Room Measurements
- Forget the cumbersome tape measure! Use the Laser Dimension Master
to measure interior distances with the press of a button! Just aim &
shoot to get an instant digital readout. Measure with 99% accuracy
up to 50 feet. Carry it in your pocket or briefcase, in the office
or out in the field. |
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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 &
Optional
PC Interface -
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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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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Design of Highway Bridges
An LRFD Approach
Bridge Management
Bridge Builders
Bridgescape:
The Art of Designing Bridges
Construction Master
Pro-Trig Calculator
DigiRoller Plus II
The Effective Public Manager
Movable Bridge Engineering |
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