Steel Construction Manual 13th Edition, American Institute Of Steel Construction

I have been a longtime user of the AISC 9th edition, which is the "green steel bible", used it for 15 years. Please note the color of the book's cover, which I gave it such a name! However, since steel technology has changed so over the course of these years, I finally decided to purchase the 13th edition of the "black steel bible", please note the color of this book's cover, which I gave it such a name! What I like most about the 13th edition of the AISC "steel bible" is the flexibility in using both Allowable Stress Design (ASD) versus Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) as well as new terminology and illustrative descriptions of steel connections (bolted and welded connection types). They serve to improve the methods by which steel structures are supposed to be designed. Some of the other books like the one I ordered had a CD-ROM included, mine did not. For now, I'm not cringing on having purchased a "used" steel bible without a CD-ROM, I'll just by the CD-ROM itself later, right out of AISC; namely www.aisc.com The seller could have also said that it was "mint condition" though it has been used a handful of times, granted that there are no highlight marks, excessive pencil scribbling, or pages missing. Love the new look and feel, but my only problem is, what the heck should I do with the old green steel bible which I still have in mint condition?

I purchased the Steel Construction Manual for what at first was a secondary reference for my Structural Steel Design course. This book quickly became the most useful textbook I have used throughout my years of schooling. This manual is truly an encyclopedia for steel design, analysis and construction, and tabulated like one as well. In addition to the hardcover and solid build, the books text is second to none in terms of description and the well laid out equations. The table are clear, precise and very easy to navigate and the accompanying CD-Rom is also very useful. The manual provides data for both Allowable Stress Design and Load Resistance Factor Design. This book is guaranteed to be a top reference for structural engineers of any experience range.

I was required to buy this book for a steel design course, and was annoyed at first with how expensive and bulky this book was, since I assumed we would only be using it for the tables. Once I knew how to use the book, though, I grew quite fond of it. Not only are the tables clearly marked, but the Manual and the commentary in the back were better than our textbook at explaining which equations to use and how to apply them. We now call this book our "Bible" because it has helped and guided us through our steel courses, lol. It was the best money I ever spent on a textbook, and I'm not even considering ever giving the "Bible" up.

Product Details :
Leather Bound: 2190 pages
Publisher: American Institute of Steel Construction; 13th edition (February 1, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 156424055X
ISBN-13: 978-1564240552
Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 2.2 inches

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Low Pressure Boilers - 3rd Edition with CD-ROM, Frederick M. Steingress

This edition describes components and operation of boiler systems used in hotels, apartment buildings, schools, and other large institutions.

Low Pressure Boilers, the industry leader among boiler operation textbooks, has been enhanced with new coverage of personal protective equipment, burner control systems, steam principles, and emission analysis and control. An updated Cooling Systems chapter covers refrigeration principles and equipment, chilled water systems, and refrigerant recovery procedures. This full-color textbook is a must for operators of boiler systems used in hotels, apartment buildings, schools, and other large institutions. Boiler systems and related equipment are depicted in full-color illustrations complemented by concise text. This textbook is recommended by many licensing agencies for use as a study aid in preparing for licensing examinations. A sample licensing examination, with answers, is included to help learners prepare for an examination.

This book has everything you need to know to pass a boiler exam. although I wish someone would format this book into sections that fit the study of the exams givin by the state (spec,2nd cl, 1st cl, and chief). This book can be used to obtain all the said licenses but is a pain if your just starting out. It makes no sense to memorize this 300+ page book just to obtain a special class boilers license, but can be very helpful the more advanced the licenses get. And I believe no one will truly know how to maintain a boiler until they do it themselves, books can only take you so far so go get your hands dirty.

Product Details :
Hardcover: 406 pages
Publisher: Amer Technical Pub; 3rd edition (January 1, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0826943586
ISBN-13: 978-0826943583
Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 1 x 9.2 inches

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Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, GTI (A4) Service Manual: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 - 2 VOLUME SET, Bentley Publishers

The Volkswagen Jetta, Golf, GTI Service Manual: 1999-2005 contains in-depth maintenance, service and repair information for Volkswagen Jetta, Golf and GTI models from 1999 to 2005 built on the A4 platform. Service to Volkswagen owners is of top priority to Volkswagen and has included the continuing development and introduction of new and expanded services. The aim throughout this manual has been simplicity, clarity and completeness, with practical explanations, step-by-step procedures, and accurate specifications. Whether you're a professional or a do-it-yourself Volkswagen owner, this manual will help you understand, care for, and repair your Volkswagen.

This manual is now being published as a durable, long-lasting, two volume hardcover book set designed to withstand frequent use in a professional shop or home garage. All of the content of the previous softcover edition is included.

Though the do-it-yourself Volkswagen owner will find this manual indispensable as a source of the same detailed maintenance and repair information available at an authorized Volkswagen dealer, the Volkswagen owner who has no intention of working on his or her car will find that reading and owning this manual will make it possible to discuss repairs more intelligently with a professional technician.

I can honestly say that this is the manual I recommended to all of my Volkswagen owning friends. All of them. Surprisingly all of them bought it. Not only does this manual help me fix problems that are serious to moderate to just plain weird it helps me learn alot about my car as well. It helped me learn the things I need to get my car "Bella" the Volkswagen in a better shape. I recently had to change my water pump and I was going to take it to the mechanic which cost me alot of money, and instead of taking it to the mechanic I used the simple knowlege and the manual and I changed my water pump. Yes it has that too.

By learning and reading the manual everytime I need to use it I am able to fix other cars as well that are Volkswagens. This knowledge that I gain from this great manual will stick with me forever. I am very satisfied with it. I am very thankful that I bought it and alot of my other friends that own the manual are thankful as well. It trully is worth every penny that you spend when you buy this awesome manual.

Product Details :
Hardcover: 1976 pages
Publisher: Bentley Publishers (June 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0837616786
ISBN-13: 978-0837616780
Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 2 x 11 inches

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