The following links
provide a wealth of
information which
will answer most
questions concerning
the application and
advantages of using
timber for your
bridges:
Wood Durability
http://www.durable-wood.com
Information on woods heritage, woods advantages and life span. Good case-studies.
Wood Preservative Science Council
http://www.woodpreservativescience.org
An objective, sound scientific analysis of water borne wood preservatives with a focus on CCA.
American Wood Preservers Association
http://www.awpa.com
A non-profit technical society founded in 1904 to provide a common forum for exchange of technical information between industry, research and users of treated wood.
Western Wood Preservers Institute
http://www.wwpinstitute.org/
A treated wood information resource.
Timber Piling Council
http://www.timberpilingcouncil.org
The Timber Piling Council provides information on the use of timber piling to structural and geotechnical engineers, and promotes the use of timber piles in the construction industry.
The American Institute of Timber Construction
http://www.aitc-glulam.org
Design and manufacturing standards for the laminated beam industry. Check out Glulam sizes and species for more information about this versatile building material.
Southern Pine Information
http://www.southernpine.com
Great information on available preservatives and Southern Yellow Pine product data.
Associations involved in the
Golf Course business:
Golf Course Builders Association of America
http://www.gcbaa.org
Non-profit trade association of the world's foremost golf course builders and leading suppliers to the golf course construction industry.
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
http://www.gcsaa.org
Leading professional organization for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide.
The American Society of Golf Course Architects
http://www.asgca.org
The ASGCA is a non-profit organization compromised of leading golf course designers in the United States and Canada. Its members are actively involved in the design of new courses and the renovation of older courses.
Bridge Builders
USA, Inc. donates to the following non-profit
organizations which build bridges in personal
relationships:
Outward Bound
http://www.outwardbound.com
A non-profit organization providing safe adventure based programs structured to inspire self-esteem, self-reliance, concern for others and care for the environment.
John C. Campbell Folk School
http://www.folkschool.com
Offering a unique combination of arts and crafts classes and instruction, rich history, beautiful mountain surroundings and an atmosphere of living and learning together.
