Masonry Magazine October 1995 Page. 50
BOOKS & FILMS
Sound effects video covers all aspects of hearing conservation as required by the OSHA noise standard and the recent changes in the personal protective equipment amendment. The 12 minute video includes a supervisory manual to guide trainers in administering a complete and effective hearing conservation program. $89.95. Industrial Paramedical, 2330 Providence Drive, Southfield, MI 48075.
Construction Crafts Jurisdiction Ageements includes the full, original text of 62 binding agreements made among 15 building trade unions. The collection addresses more than 50 common practices and procedures, many of which are clarified by diagrams and photos. $45. BNA Books, Box 7814, Edison, NJ 08818.
istics of heavy construction equipment and cranes. Included are details on track widths, track lengths, tire sizes, stick lengths, clearances, engine, transmission and electrical details. $250. K-III Directory Corporation, 1735 Technology Drive, San Jose CA 95110.
"Guide for Homeowners and Homebuilders on Residential Concrete Masonry Basement Walls provides accurate, up-to-date information about residential concrete masonry basements. The 32-page guide is printed in full color with numerous photos and drawings. $7.50. NCMA, 2302 Horse Pen Road, Herndon, VA 22071.
AED Green Book is the listing of rental companies. All types of construction equipment are covered. Also included is a directory of equipment rental locations throughout the U.S. and Canada. $50. K-III Directory Corporation, 1735 Technology Drive, San Jose, CA 95110.
"Fire Resistive Construction Using Cocrete Masonry" covers special and balanced design considerrations. Four tables in the 20 page manual graphically portray fire ratings calculated in conformance with UBC table 43b for concrete masonry walls. $9. Concrete Masonry Association of California and Nevada, 6060 Sunrise Vista Drive, Citrus Heights, CA 95610.
nationally averaged rental rates "Transport Trailer Safety Kit Specification Reference Book and specifications for construction equipment incorporating actual field data from equipment includes a 24-minute video covering safe loading and unloading of construction equipment, correct tie-down techniques, tips for safe transport and how to secure and safely handle unusual equipment. $75. American Subcontractors Association, 1004 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.
"Nondestructive Evaluation and Testing of Masonry Structures" provides in-depth information and unique insights on performing evaluations and interpreting the data collected from such lests. The book includes explanations of such test procedures as shear testing, in-place bond wrench, pulse transmission techniques and flaljack tests. Photos and drawings provide visual references. Eleven chapters cover such topics as planning evaluations, conducting condition surveys, evaluating cracks and strength testing. $89.95. Aberdeen, 426 South Westgate, Addison, IL 60101.
Donna L. Dobberfuhl, NSS
"History of Theatre", 30° H
Johnson County
Community College
Donna's current sculpted brick design for Biscayne (Florida) National Park includes the area's flora and fauna qualities and historical vignettes. The new 200' serpentine sculpture features cast bronze and tile accents. A member of the National Sculpture Society, Donna's MFA degree is from the New York Academy of Art.
Portfolio available:
Sculptural Designs
202 Fir Dale, Suite 104
Converse, Texas 78109-1340
(800) 397-1452
GARTH MILLER
MRAIC, OAA, FCSC
MASONRY CONSULTANT
CONCERNING MASONRY MATTERS
BECAUSE MASONRY MATTERS
Review of Masonry Specifications and Drawings Prior to Tender
Review of Problem Projects and Recommended Solutions
Propose Applicable Masonry Wall Construction
Offer Masonry Technical Information
Prepare and Present Lectures and Seminars on:
"Basics of Masonry Construction," Masonry Problems"
61 Richview Road, Suite 1810, Etobicoke,
Ontario, Canada, M9A 4M8
(416) 243-8293
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