Masonry Magazine December 1995 Page. 28
BOOKS & FILMS
How to Improve Productivity and Profits, a 75-minute audio-cassette which provides insights on how subcontractors can develop a profit improvement plan covers key areas of pricing and cost control. $34.50. American Subcontractor Association, 1004 Duke Street, Alexandiria, VA 22314.
Resign Softwer for Segmental for Segmental used with the "Design Manual," makes it easier to design both conventional and soil reinforced segmental retaining walls. $150 (software), $190 with manual. NCMA, 2302 Horse Pen Road, Herndon, VA 22071.
Tall Slender Walls," a 112 page publication, is based on the 1994 UBC requirements, contains over 70 estimating curves for the area of stool reinforcing for masonry walls. $18.50. Masonry Institute of America, 1550 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90057.
Concrete Masonry Standards has been updated to include the most recent and frequently used editions of ASTM and Uniform Building Codes for concrete masonry. The thirty-five stand-boards cover masonry units, Interlocking pavers, concrete brick, mortar, grout and testing. $23. NCMA, 2302 Horse Pen Road, Hemdon, VA 22071.
Masonry Fireplace and Chimney Handbook," second edition, is based on the 1994 UBC and contains answers to the most frequently asked questions by architects, contractors, designers, building officials and masons. Book includes buliding code and energy requirements, design specifications and construction data for masonry residential fireplaces. $24. Masonry Institute of America, 1550 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90057.
Fifty State Construction Lien and Bond Laws" describes the procedures for fiing and follow laws, essential instruction and through state-by-state. Covers construction and contractor liens, and bid, performance and pay ment bonds. $225. Wiley Law Publications, 7222 Commerce Center Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80919.
Lien and Bond Claims in the 50 States" explains the lien rights available and who may claim them, any required notice to the owner, and how and when to file a lien and initiate a suit in each state. The publication also describes the payment and bond laws in the 50 states. $38. American Subcontractors Association, 1004 Duke, Alexandria, VA 22314.
Reinforced Grouted Brick Masonry" is a comprehensive guide to the construction of reinforced Areas of particular interest include brick construction and brick sizes, terminology, connections, testing and specs. $18.50. Masonry Institute of America, 1550 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90057.
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