Collection of Ideas on the Production of Architectural Precast Concrete (APC-1-2015), 2015, 2nd Edition, Free PDF Download
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Precast Prestressed Concrete Piles - Chapter 20, Bridge Design Manual, Sept. 2004, 1st Edition (BM-20)
This publication was first printed in the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Bridge Design Manual, MNL-133, as Chapter 20, Precast Prestressed Concrete Piles. It is reprinted in this form as a convenience for designers and others with an interest in precast, prestressed concrete piles. This item ships from... Details
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Recommended Practice for Lateral Stability of Precast, Prestressed Concrete Bridge Girders (CB-02-16)
This is a new comprehensive methodology to analyze the lateral stability of long slender bridge girders. Technology has enabled the manufacture of increasingly longer girders. Slender girders present a lateral stability concern. Each stage of a girder’s transition from the casting bed to its final location in the bridge is considered. These conditions include when... Details
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Bridge Geometry Manual HARD COPY (CB-02-20H)A Bridge Geometry Manual has been developed as a resource for bridge engineers and CAD technicians. In nine chapters, the manual presents the basics of roadway geometry and many of the calculations required to define the geometry and associated dimensions of bridges. This manual and course materials are not linked to any software tool. The first five chapters are dedicated to the fundamental... Details
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Designer's Notebooks: Bullnoses (DN-01-98), 1998, Free PDF Download
The first in the Designer's Notebook series, this piece begins with the advantages of precast in repetition and mold efficiency. It explains the design interest and dimension potential of bullnoses, and includes figures and examples. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Anthony I. Lumsden, Principal, Anthony I. Lumsden & Associates, Los Angeles, CA.
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Designer's Notebooks: Cornices (DN-02-98), 1998, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook explains the significant aesthetic and functional advantages of cornices in architectural precast structures. It discusses the three primary functions of cornices, along with design and flashing options. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Richard E. Fencl, AIA, Director of Technical Services, Loebl Schlossman & Hackl/Hague Richards, Chicago,... Details
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Designer's Notebooks: Reveals (DN-03-98), 1998, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook provides background and details on ways to take full advantage of reveals to break up the expanse of a wall or to minimize visual differences in color or texture of a wall. Architectural perspective and examples provided by W. Kenneth Wiseman, AIA, Partner, Lehman/Smith/Wiseman Associates LLC, Washington, DC.
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Designer's Notebooks: Multiple Mixes/Textures (DN-04-99), 1999, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook explains the options available for expanding aesthetic detailing by combining different finishes using the same or different mixes within a single panel. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Eduardo Illanes, Principal, OZ Architecture, Boulder, CO.
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Designer's Notebooks: Window Panels (DN-05-99), 1999, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook discusses the considerations for design architectural panels with window openings. Architectural perspective and examples provided by John Hesseler, AIA and Jeff, LaRue, AIA, HKS, Inc., Dallas, TX.
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Designer's Notebooks: Corners and Returns (DN-06-99), 1999, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook explains that designing corner and return details requires special attention to optimize appearance, jointing and economy. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Donald J. Benz, Thompson, Ventulett, Stainback & Associates, Atlanta, GA.
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Designer's Notebooks: Stone Veneer-Faced Precast (DN-07-00), 2000, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook discusses design considerations, stone properties, anchorage of stone facing, veneer jointing and repair. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Jim Rothwell, AIA, Principal, Callison Architecture, Inc., Seattle, WA.
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Designer's Notebooks: Clay Product-Faced Precast Concrete
(DN-08-00), 2000, Free PDF Download
Covers the design and production considerations for thin and half brick, ceramic tile and terra cotta, along with tolerances for thin brick-faced precast architectural elements.
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Designer's Notebooks: Radiused Precast Concrete (DN-09-01), 2001, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook illustrates the moldability of concrete through the use of volumes, surfaces, lines and changes in plane to provide architectural interest. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Jun Xia, Gensler, Denver, CO.
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Designer's Notebooks: Sculptural Forms (DN-10-01), 2001, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook discusses the use of form liners, the sculpturing of the surface and lettering. Architectural perspective and examples provided by Steve Brubaker, HOK, St. Louis, MO.
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Designer's Notebooks: Design Economy (DN-11-02), 2002, Free PDF Download
This Designer's Notebook offers insight on manufacturing and finishing processes to help achieve design goals and control costs. Architectural perspective and examples by Kevin Cantley, President and CEO, Cooper Carry, Atlanta, GA.
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