Civil Engineering Reference Books and Materials

Gilson’s reference library contains useful guides and handbooks to keep you abreast of current test methods, industry standards, and practices.

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• The Aggregates Handbook is a comprehensive handbook on aggregates, from basic properties, sampling and testing principles, and more.
• Test Sieving Methods Guidelines Book, the 5th edition ASTM manual on current sieving standards, procedures, sampling methods, sieve types, and more.
• The Asphalt Handbook is a comprehensive handbook on asphalt types, mix and structural designs, recycling, and much more.
• Asphalt Binder Handbook is a compilation of numerous manuals of the Asphalt Institute, devoted to asphalt binders and bitumen.
• Mix Design Methods Practical Guide Book is a practical guide to the asphalt mix design.
• Construction of Hot-Mix Asphalt Pavements was prepared by the Asphalt Institute for the U.S. Federal Highway Administration. This paperback book is especially useful for engineers, inspectors, and technicians.