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ADA & ABA Handbook

CR517
$89.95

ADA & ABA Handbook
Gives all accessibility guidelines for buildings and facilities and contains the full text of the new (July 2004) ADA and ABA guidelines, organized and presented in an easy-to-use format with an extended index and enhanced illustrations. What's more, you'll find all like subjects contained in the same chapter, with cross-references to all relevant guidelines, and special advisories to enhance your understanding of the guidelines and their practical application. All current accessibility requirements are listed in this massive encyclopedia of information.

Means ADA Compliance Pricing Guide

RS-67310A
$79.95

Means ADA Compliance Pricing Guide 2nd Ed.
Revised and updated to the new 2004 ADA guidelines, featuring more than 70 of the most commonly needed modifications for ADA compliance—and what they cost. The most often-asked questions about making a building accessible are: “What do I have to do?” and “How much will it cost?” This new second edition answers both–with professional guidance on the revised 2004 ADA guidelines and cost estimates for the most commonly needed building modifications.

BNI Facilities Manager’s 2008 Costbook

CR305-08
$99.95

BNI Facilities Manager’s Costbook 2008
Contains the data for owners, architects, engineers and facilities managers to help them develop budgets on commercial and industrial buildings. Thousands upon Thousands of Detailed Unit Costs Extensive Man-Hour Tables for that Hard to Get Information All in CSI MASTERFORMAT - the Industry standard Great for Change Orders & Extra Work Geographic Cost Modifiers for Many Cities.

Building & Renovating Schools

RS-67342
$99.95

Building & Renovating Schools
This all-inclusive guide to building and renovating schools covers every step of the process – from initial planning, needs assessment and design, right through moving into the new facility. An essential resource for anyone concerned with new school construction or renovation, including architects and engineers, contractors and project managers, facility managers, school administrators and school board members, building committees, community leaders, and anyone else who wants to ensure that the project meets the schools’ needs in a cost-effective, timely manner.

Building Environments, HVAC Systems

DE-0766821005
$134.95

Building Environments, HVAC Systems
This comprehensive, easy-to-read text builds your understanding of HVAC systems and the controls that manage them. Through illustrations and realistic examples, Building Environments: HVAC Systems clearly and concisely explains how mechanical and control systems work together to create quality building environments.

Building Security: Strategies and Costs

RS-67339
$89.95

Building Security: Strategies and Costs
A complete guide to identify your facility's risk and balance security needs with safe access and a building that functions efficiently. Theft, assault, corporate espionage, unauthorized systems access, terrorism, hurricanes and tornadoes, sabotage, vandalism, fire, explosions, and other threats… All are considerations  as building owners, facility managers, and design and construction professionals seek ways to meet security needs.

Carbon Monoxide a Clear and Present Danger

RC-ESCOPM
$39.95

 Carbon Monoxide a Clear and Present Danger
The collaborative effort of several of the brightest in the field of carbon monoxide detection, combustion analysis, and remediation. This book is intended to address carbon monoxide issues encountered by; First Responders (Fire Department EMT personnel and other Paramedics) Inspectors (local government and independent home inspectors) Technicians (HVAC, Plumbers, and utility company workers)

Cost Planning and Estimating for Facilities Maintenance

RS-67314A
$82.95

Cost Planning and Estimating for Facilities Maintenance
Does your facilities plan deliver the best mix of savings and investment for your organization? It must...and now it can... A comprehensive approach to M & R planning and budgeting for all major building types in the private and public sector. Easy-to-follow tips & examples on assembly costs into a defensible budget.

Construction Inspection Manual

CR601
$72.95

Construction Inspection Manual
The accepted national guide used by the construction industry for improvement of specifications and inspection procedures. Features a complete series of comprehensive checklists covering all elements of construction. Includes hundreds of checklists, forms, charts, and tables.

Cyberplaces: The Internet Guide for Architects, Engineers, Contractors & Facility Managers

RS-67317A
$59.95

Cyberplaces: The Internet Guide for Architects, Engineers, Contractors & Facility Managers
Revised and expanded, this interactive guide provides expert guidance on all aspects of the Internet for design, construction, and management professionals. This interactive guide, featuring a companion Web site with supplemental information, presents the industry-specific tools needed to streamline business, including cutting-edge project management software, PDAs (personal digital assistants), and the top Web sites and resources.

DEWALT Electric Motor Professional Reference

RC-DE-0975970968
$19.95

DEWALT Electric Motor Professional Reference
The Reference Guide for anyone working with Electric Motors -
The DEWALT Electric Motor Professional Reference is a perfect pocket resource that is easy-to-follow and covers everything you need to work with electric motors including running currents, wiring diagrams, lock rotor amps, installation requirements, thermal overloads, maintenance procedures, fuses, maintenance forms, troubleshooting guides, motor controls and much more.
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DEWALT Lighting & Maintenance Professional Reference

RC-DE-097597095X
$19.95

DEWALT Lighting & Maintenance Professional Reference
The Pocket Reference Guide for Commercial and Industrial Maintenance - The fourth book in the Pal series is a two-part reference guide. Part one covers the design, selection and installation of lighting systems for residential, commercial and industrial applications. Part two references valuable electrical and general maintenance material including safety issues that are so important on the job today.
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Electrical Studies for Trades

DE-1401897975
$105.95

Electrical Studies for Trades
Ideal for current and future service technicians in fields such as air conditioning and refrigeration, construction, and facilities management who require practical knowledge of electricity. This book begins with an overview of basic electricity concepts rather than introducing complex mathematical calculations. From this starting point, readers proceed directly to "must-know" information, including how to determine wire sizes and make a variety of common switch connections. Different types of electrical power panels are also examined in detail.

Means Facilities Construction Cost Data 2007 Book

RS-60207
$307.95

RS Means Facilities Construction Cost Data 2007 Book
An indispensable resource for contractors, government agencies and facilities professionals with projects up to $1 million. The prime source of data for most D.O.C., J.O.C. and S.A.B.E.R contracts. This reference provides immediate access to every imaginable cost associated with facilities construction and renovation plus many common maintenance items over 40,000 unit price line items. "Means is the DOC database of choice. It is a quality assurance check for Government Contracting Officers and Base Civil Engineers as it assures a fair and equitable price to all parties."  also on CD-ROM + Combos available

Means Facilities Maintenance & Repair Cost Data 2007 Book

RS-60307
$281.95

RS Means Facilities Maintenance & Repair Cost Data 2007 Book
The first-ever publication to address the cost of all aspects of maintaining your facility... maintenance and repair... preventive maintenance... general maintenance... with complete details about the cost and repair frequencies of thousands of work items. Comprehensive coverage of all aspects of buildings and grounds, from preventive maintenance schedules on large boilers and cooling towers to the replacement of fire hydrants, from  replacing ballasts to resurfacing parking lots, you will find complete coverage in the three main cost sections. also on CD-ROM  + Combos available

Facilities Maintenance Management

RS-67249
$86.95

Facilities Maintenance Management
Now... successful management methods and techniques for all aspects of facilities maintenance. This comprehensive reference explains and demonstrates successful management techniques for all aspects of maintenance, repair and improvements for buildings, machinery, equipment and grounds. No matter what your facility's maintenance needs or problems are, you're sure to find powerful help and direction for solving it in this authoritative book.

Facilities Operations & Engineering Reference

RS-67318
$99.95

Facilities Operations & Engineering Reference
An All-In-One Technical Reference for Planning & Managing Facility Projects & Solving Day-to-Day Operations Problems. Practical, hands-on expertise and technical data - covering essential issues in design, construction, operations and maintenance. The editors, a team of leaders in facilities and plant management, have selected key information with the most common applications in managing facilities operations.

Facilities Planning & Relocation

RS-67301
$89.95

Facilities Planning & Relocation
A complete system for planning space needs and managing relocations. It's an A-Z working guide - complete with the checklists, schematic diagrams and questionnaires you need. It takes you through every stage of the relocation process, from determining an organization's needs to the actual move and evaluation of the new set-up...showing what questions you need to ask. What decisions you need to make. And who's responsible for what, when.

Industrial Maintenance

DE-0766826953
$111.95

Industrial Maintenance
Designed for the "jack of all trades" technician, this unique book covers all five major areas of industrial maintenance knowledge - general, mechanical, electrical, welding, and preventive maintenance – in one complete volume! More than 700 photos and illustrations throughout complement the information that multi-crafted technicians need to know within each of these major subject areas.

Industrial Maintenance

RC-AT-3609
$62.95

Industrial Maintenance
With the emphasis on greater maintenance technician versatility, Industrial Maintenance is the comprehensive source of fundamental maintenance information. Plant maintenance technicians are now required to have a broader working knowledge and troubleshooting skills for increasingly complex equipment used in industry. The second edition builds on industry-proven content and offers expanded coverage in the areas of predictive maintenance, NFPA 70E electrical safety, indoor air quality, refrigerant handling regulations, and test instruments.

Industrial Maintenance Workbook with Answer Key

RC-AT-3610-3611
$28.95

Industrial Maintenance Workbook
Reinforces the concepts in, and provides system troubleshooting activities for, the material presented in Industrial Maintenance. It contains review questions, activities, and a final exam. The Answer Key contains answers to test questions in the Workbook. Solutions are given for all problems as appropriate.

Industrial Maintenance Resource Guide

RC-AT-3612
$249.95

Industrial Maintenance Resource Guide
The Industrial Maintenance Resource Guide is a valuable instructional tool designed for training in group settings. It is divided into sections for easy use in a classroom or seminar setting. The Resource Guide also includes an IBM-compatible CD-ROM with electronic slides of all the illustrations from the textbook and web links to valuable instructional resources on the Internet.
This truly is a complete instructional package for teaching industrial maintenance.

Industrial Mechanics

RC-AT-3698
$61.95

Industrial Mechanics
Industrial Mechanics
presents an introduction to the concepts of industrial mechanical systems, principles, and equipment. All aspects of the systems, principles and equipment, including rigging, lifting, ladders and scaffolds, hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, bearings, belts and pulleys, mechanical drives, vibration, alignment, and electricity are discussed throughout the text.

Industrial Mechanics Resource Guide

RC-AT-3694
$249.95

Industrial Mechanics Resource Guide
The Industrial Mechanics Resource Guide is a valuable instructional tool designed for training in group settings. It includes course objectives, course development information, methods of instruction, instructional outlines, resources, and answers to questions in the Workbook. The Resource Guide also includes an IBM-compatible CD-ROM with electronic slides of all the illustrations from the textbook and web links to valuable instructional resources on the Internet. This truly is a complete instructional package for teaching industrial mechanics. 

Introduction to Hydraulics & Hydrology, w/ Applications for Stormwater Management

DE-0766827941
$137.95

Introduction to Hydraulics & Hydrology with Applications for Stormwater Management
Continues to guide readers to an understanding of the concepts of hydraulics and surface water technology as they are used in everyday civil engineering practice. Valued as a reference by professional civil engineers, land developers, public works officials, and land surveyors throughout the U.S., this book is also an important tool for students in these disciplines

Life Cycle Costing for Facilities

RS-67341
$99.95

Life Cycle Costing for Facilities
Facility designers and owners are frustrated with cost-cutting efforts that yield the cheapest product, but sacrifice quality. Life Cycle Costing, properly done, enables them to achieve both—high quality, incorporating innovative design, and costs that meet their budgets. The authors, widely recognized leaders in these techniques, show how LCC can work for a broad variety of projects – from several types of buildings, to roads and bridges, to HVAC and electrical upgrades, to materials and equipment procurement.

Planning & Managing Interior Projects

RS-67245A
$69.95

Planning & Managing Interior Projects, 2nd Edition
Updated edition addresses downsizing, company mergers, and the latest in information technology and how they affect on workspace design. This updated edition offers the latest information on evaluating space requirements, selecting the right site, alternative work models (e.g., telecommuting, hoteling), document management, telecommunications and data issues, working with consultants, and environmental considerations.

Preventive Maintenance Guidelines for School Facilities K-12

RS-67326
$149.95

Preventive Maintenance Guidelines for School Facilities K-12
A complete PM system for K-12 schools. Features checklists, wall chart, and web site. This easy-to-use system for K-12 schools, comprising a book, wall chart, and electronic forms, is designed to help maintenance professionals identify, assess, and address equipment and material deficiencies before they become costly malfunctions. Over 40 checklists cover all areas of schools, organized by building systems such as HVAC, roofing, and lighting, and by areas such as classrooms, cafeterias, auditoriums, and playing fields.

Preventive Maintenance Guidelines for Higher Education Facilities

RS-67337
$149.95

Preventive Maintenance Guidelines for Higher Education Facilities
A complete PM system for College and University type schools. Features model of typical campus facilities, checklists, and a dedicated web site. An easy-to-use tool to help you conquer the challenges of PM in higher education. Includes interactive models for the primary building types found in different-sized colleges and universities. The models, which include dormitories, classroom buildings, laboratories, athletic facilities, and more, incorporate systems and equipment most often found on campuses.

Repairing Your Outdoor Power Equipment

DE-0766814033
$30.95

Repairing Your Outdoor Power Equipment
A new resource which shows you how to successfully service and repair your favorite outdoor power equipment, including: lawnmowers and garden tractors, snow throwers, leaf blowers, chain saws, portable pumps, and more! Complete with step-by-step photo sequences, this book will introduce you to the professional failure analysis and servicing techniques you need to keep your equipment in top condition, while highlighting the operation of basic two-stroke and four-stroke engines.

Test Instruments

RC-AT-1325
$67.95

Test Instruments
This comprehensive new text provides an overview of the latest information on the safe, efficient, and practical use of electrical test instruments. Test Instruments provides an overview of typical electrical test instruments used for installation tests, process equipment operation, quality control, and troubleshooting activities. Topics include - Personal protective equipment based on National Fire Protection Association standard NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical safety in the Workplace

Total Productive Facilities Management

RS-67321
$79.95

Total Productive Facilities Management
A New Operational Standard for Facilities Management
A Comprehensive Program to:

Achieve Business Goals by Optimizing Facilities Resources
Implement Best Practices Through Benchmarking, Evaluation & Project Management
Increase Your Value to the Organization

Value Engineering: Practical Applications

RS-67319
$79.95

Value Engineering: Practical Applications
A valuable new resource for controlling costs and maximizing quality in facilities design, construction and operations. How to Organize and Apply VE and Life Cycle Costing for maximum benefit, Real-Life VE Demonstration Projects - professionally organized reports, with recommendations you can apply right now, Project Workbook with forms to conduct a complete VE study.
 

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