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Books : Moving the Earth, 5th EditionIn association with Amazon.com List Price: $125.00 Amazon.com's Price: $90.00 You Save: $35.00 (28%)Prices subject to change. Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 624.152 EAN: 9780071430586 ISBN: 007143058X Label: McGraw-Hill Professional Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Professional Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 1296 Publication Date: March 28, 2005 Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional Studio: McGraw-Hill Professional Sales Rank: 222034 Related Items:
Editorial Review: Product Description: Updated to reflect methods used according to current requirements and regulations. The first 11 chapters discuss the work itself and the basic ways to do it, the machines and operation techniques, the problems that arise, the application of different types of equipment, and costs and management. The next 10 chapters focus on the machines themselves and operating techniques. From site preparation to blasting and tunneling, pneumatic drills to the largest power shovels, it covers every step of every kind of excavating project and all the practical aspects of using the machines and vehicles involved. The 5th edition is being directed to include the latest in equipment and operating techniques and safety methods. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - A excellent resource for a construction managerAlthough this book is intended and best suited for those working full time in excavation, it is also a useful reference for the construction manager/general contractor. The treatment of excavation methods seen from the viewpoint of those actually doing the work provided additional information and insight for those managing the whole project. The explantions were both detailed and practical, and the pictures and diagrams were helpful. Although the later sections on equipment problably ... Read More Rating:  - Fine BookI wish I had this book when I was starting off; would have saved me a few grey hairs. Moving The Earth does a fine job at covering many situations that "dirt guys" find themselves in. This book won't teach you everything about earthwork, but it is an excellent reference that I would recommend to anyone involved excavation projects. Rating: - Good all around resourceThis book seems a little heavy on old images and information, but it's still a good all around resource for earth work. Rating:  - Solid textbookLots and lots of good information. Although the technique is sound, it could use an extensive upgrade as a good deal of the equipment mentioned is obsolete in today's workplace. I would suggest finding a used one if available, a bit pricey new for what you get in my opinion. Rating: - Moving the EarthIt's simple. If you are involved in excavation, landscaping or earthmoving of any kind, then this book is an absolute must have in your library for reference. Browse for similar items by category:
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