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Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures 2009 Edition
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Item Code: CD100
Author: S.H. Kosmatka, B. Kerkhoff, and W.C. Panarese
Date: 2009
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PCA’s premier publication on CD. Easily searchable, it provides quick access to the 2008 version of the book, including: entire text, figures, tables, and the extensive glossary. Referenced PCA publications are included on CD and linked. PowerPoint slide sets cover contents of all chapters adding a useful training element to this extensive manual.
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Attitudes and Perceptions: Water Resources 2007
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Item Code: MR441
Author: Market Research
Date: 2007
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PCA Market Research surveyed decision makers in the water resources market in 2007 to measure changes in their attitudes and perceptions of cement and competing materials.
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Cementitious Grouts and Grouting
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Item Code: EB111
Author: S. Kosmatka, First Edition, Portland Cement Association
Date: 1990
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$25.00
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printed document (64 pages)
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This classic publication reviews cementitious grouts and grouting practices for use in new construction and repair projects. Details ingredients, properties, proportioning, mixing, testing, and placing grout in more than 25 applications. Also covers specific equipment and methods for many of the described applications.
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Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 14th Edition
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Item Code: EB001
Author: S. Kosmatka, B. Kerkhoff, W. Panarese
Date: 2002 (rev. 2008)
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$80.00
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printed document (372 pages)
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The authoritative resource on concrete. The 14th edition of this classic publication from PCA has been extensively updated and expanded. This manual on concrete technology and practice covers it all, beginning with the fundamentals to the specifics of materials, mixing, placing, testing, and new developments. Refers to applicable ASTM, AASHTO, and ACI standards. An excellent reference for trainers and specifications writers, producers, contractors, and engineers.
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Design Manual for RCC Spillways and Overtopping Protection
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Item Code: EB218
Author: URS Corporation
Date: 2002
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$40.00
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adobe pdf (2512k)
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$40.00
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printed document (112 pages)
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Designing with RCC has now been made easier. This manual details all the design issues one should consider for RCC spillways and overtopping protection for existing dams. More than 85 color photos, figures, graphs, and tables highlight past projects and construction details. An example project directs the user through each step of the design process showing calculations, assumptions, and final design selections.
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Diseno y Control de Mezclas de Concreto
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Item Code: EB201
Author: S. H. Kosmatka, B. Kerkhoff, W. C. Panarese, and J. Tanesi
Date: 2004
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$80.00
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printed document (456 Pages)
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The Spanish edition of PCA's premier publication is an excellent guide for working with the world's most widely used construction material. This definitive manual of concrete technology covers all aspects of materials and applications, from the basics to finishing touches and techniques. Includes information on practices and standards used in Latin America. An excellent guide for the entire construction team.
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Diseno y Control de Mezclas de Concreto, CD201
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Item Code: CD201
Author: S. H. Kosmatka, B. Kerkhoff, W. C. Panarese, and J. Tanesi
Date: 2004
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The Spanish edition of PCA's premier publication conveniently packaged on CD. Easily searchable, it provides quick access to the entire text, figures, tables, and extensive glossary of this definitive concrete resource. Chapters are also presented in a PowerPoint slide format. References relative ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, and Central and South American standards.
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Mass Concrete for Buildings and Bridges
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Item Code: EB547
Author: Gajda, J.
Date: 2007
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Understanding the implications of using mass concrete is critical to producing buildings and bridges for a long service life. This guide provides information on how to manage concrete temperatures and prevent or minimize temperature-related cracking. An excellent resource for structures featuring high-performance concrete or built according to fast-track construction practices.
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PCA Soil Primer
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Item Code: EB007
Author:
Date: 1992
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$15.00
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printed document (40 pages)
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This publication is an introduction to soil engineering properties and the influence of soil on design, construction, and performance of pavements. Includes definitions of soil terms and common tests employed by soil technicians.
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Portland, Blended, and Other Hydraulic Cements
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Item Code: IS004
Author: S.H. Kosmatka, B. Kerkhoff, and W.C. Panarese
Date: 2008
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Get the facts on the various types of cement (portland, hydraulic, masonry, and expansive cements), the raw materials included, and the manufacturing process. This informative publication details the physical and chemical properties of cement and how to select the appropriate cement type. Can be downloaded as a PDF.
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RCC for Safe Dams Resource Notebook
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Item Code: SP387
Author:
Date: 0
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This well designed 3-ring notebook provides the engineer, owner, and contractor a one-stop source for the most current information for roller-compacted concrete spillways, overtopping protection, and small gravity dams. With engineering manuals, guide specification, cost data, project profile sheets, newsletters, and much more, this notebook allows the user to keep pace with the current trends in designing and constructing RCC structures.
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Roller-Compacted Concrete Density: Principles and Practices
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Item Code: IS541
Author:
Date: 2004
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This document describes several testing methods for RCC and how to apply testing procedures for both laboratory and field density tests that are representative of actual conditions. Also includes information on soil mechanics, concrete methodology, and standard compaction methods. Downloadable as a PDF.
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Soil-Cement Guide for Water Resources Applications
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Item Code: EB203
Author: Richards, D., Hadley, H., and WEST Consultants
Date: 2006
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This comprehensive engineering guide covers the use of soil-cement for water resources applications including streambank protection, slope protection, channel and pond linings, and grade control structures. Downloadable as a PDF.
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Soil-Cement Inspector’s Manual
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Item Code: PA050
Author:
Date: 2001
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$12.00
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printed document (64 pages)
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The 2nd edition of this pocket-sized manual outlines the duties of inspectors on soil-cement paving projects and explains construction procedures. Each step of proper inspection and control is explained. Sample problems show how to compute material quantities and perform field tests while tables and charts help simplify these calculations. 2001, 64 pages.
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Soil-Cement Solutions: Water Resources Applications Resource Notebook
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Item Code: SP385
Author:
Date: 2008
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This 3-ring notebook provides the engineer, owner, and contractor a one-stop source for the most current information covering soil-cement streambank erosion protection, upstream slope protection for dams and reservoirs, in-stream grade control structures, reservoir and channel liners and more. The notebook includes a soil-cement guide for water resources applications, a laboratory handbook, technical papers and reports, answers to frequently asked questions, and several case studies. These comprehensive publications provide useful information on material selection, mix design, design of soil-cement structures, construction means and methods, quality control, and cost data.
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