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Estimator's Piping Man-hours Tool (Second Edition): Estimating Man-Hours for Carbon Steel Process Piping Projects: A Practical Manual with Examples
Estimator's Piping Man-hours ToolSecond Edition, Revised and Expanded
A Practical Guide to Calculating Man-Hours for Carbon Steel Process Piping InstallationsMaster cost estimation for piping projects with the second edition of this manual-an indispensable tool now enriched with new technical content and a completely professional design. Created for engineers, estimators, designers, and project leaders, this guide is the definitive resource for planning with precision and executing with profitability.
What's New in the Second More Content, Better DesignThis new edition doesn't just update; it expands its value based on real-world experience and feedback from colleagues and
Professional Design and Superior An improved reading experience, with a clearer and more organized format that facilitates quick reference and detailed study.Expanded and Requested Technical Key sections have been added to solve daily on-site Guide to Valve Technical recommendations for installing gate, butt-weld, wafer, safety, and control valves.Flanged Joint Visual inspection criteria and assembly tolerances as per ASME PCC-1 for the gasket-flange-bolt system.Expanded Section on Cleaning and New performance rates and ratios for surface treatment on structures.Analysis of Welding Detailed information for more accurate and comprehensive estimations.Why This Manual is an Essential Tool✅ 15 Field-Verified Man-Hour The heart of this book. Eliminate guesswork with meticulously proven data from real projects in refineries, chemical plants, pipelines, and thermal power plants.
✅ Detailed Application Learn to use the data and adjustment factors in practical case studies that simulate real-world projects, ensuring a deep understanding.
✅ Fundamental Adjustment Accurately adapt standard hours to the unique conditions of each job site, from personnel productivity to site complexities.
✅ Proven Author Backed by decades of hands-on experience in managing and executing large-scale industrial projects.
Quoting accurately is the key to executing profitable contracts.With this guide, you will have the technical foundation needed to build solid estimates, defend your proposals, and maximize the profitability of every project.
Kindle Format
( "Print Replica" means it perfectly preserves the formatting and tables of the physical book. It is best read on a tablet or computer with the free Kindle app, not on standard e-ink readers.)
A Practical Guide to Calculating Man-Hours for Carbon Steel Process Piping InstallationsMaster cost estimation for piping projects with the second edition of this manual-an indispensable tool now enriched with new technical content and a completely professional design. Created for engineers, estimators, designers, and project leaders, this guide is the definitive resource for planning with precision and executing with profitability.
What's New in the Second More Content, Better DesignThis new edition doesn't just update; it expands its value based on real-world experience and feedback from colleagues and
Professional Design and Superior An improved reading experience, with a clearer and more organized format that facilitates quick reference and detailed study.Expanded and Requested Technical Key sections have been added to solve daily on-site Guide to Valve Technical recommendations for installing gate, butt-weld, wafer, safety, and control valves.Flanged Joint Visual inspection criteria and assembly tolerances as per ASME PCC-1 for the gasket-flange-bolt system.Expanded Section on Cleaning and New performance rates and ratios for surface treatment on structures.Analysis of Welding Detailed information for more accurate and comprehensive estimations.Why This Manual is an Essential Tool✅ 15 Field-Verified Man-Hour The heart of this book. Eliminate guesswork with meticulously proven data from real projects in refineries, chemical plants, pipelines, and thermal power plants.
✅ Detailed Application Learn to use the data and adjustment factors in practical case studies that simulate real-world projects, ensuring a deep understanding.
✅ Fundamental Adjustment Accurately adapt standard hours to the unique conditions of each job site, from personnel productivity to site complexities.
✅ Proven Author Backed by decades of hands-on experience in managing and executing large-scale industrial projects.
Quoting accurately is the key to executing profitable contracts.With this guide, you will have the technical foundation needed to build solid estimates, defend your proposals, and maximize the profitability of every project.
Kindle Format
( "Print Replica" means it perfectly preserves the formatting and tables of the physical book. It is best read on a tablet or computer with the free Kindle app, not on standard e-ink readers.)
Kindle Edition
Published October 11, 2025
About the author
Gustavo Cinca
22 books3 followersGustavo Miguel Cinca was born in San Rafael, Argentina, and holds a degree in chemical engineering with an honorary degree. During his professional life, he worked as a construction director and ultimately as president of a construction and installation company. During his professional career, he built chemical treatment plants, refineries, gas pipelines, compressor plants and thermal power plants at home and abroad. Following his experience, the author offers readers learning and technical support books on issues related to calls for tenders and the execution of construction and assembly work.
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