NCPI "TOOL BOX"

NCPI "TOOL BOX" is four NCPI developed computer programs to aid engineers.

The "TOOL BOX" Contains:

"EASE" is a trench load design program incorporating Marston's equations and the latest ASTM requirements. The program allows the design engineer to enter specific design criteria for a pipe installation and select a trench load design which will provide an appropriate design safety factor.

"BEDCOST" provides the opportunity to compare the cost of different bedding materials when placed in accordance with ASTM standards for VCP or alternate materials.

"HYFLOW" utilizes Manning's open channel flow equations to determine hydraulic solutions. By entering the desired flow rate and slope, the recommended pipe diameter with depth of flow is instantly displayed. Solutions may also be obtained in metric units.

"LOWCOST" uses historic inflation and interest rate ratios in life cycle analysis to determine the life cycle savings, set aside requirements and future replacement costs of alternative products with different useful life expectancies.

The download page for the 2005 Toolbox is HERE