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Better Tools for the Job

Better Tools for the Job

W. Armstrong

(1980)

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Abstract

These simple specifications, although originally applied to the Kenya road program, are equally applicable to labour-intensive projects in other countries.

Table of Contents

Section Title Page Action Price
Title Page 1
Copyright Page 2
Table of Contents 3
Acknowledgements 4
1. Introduction 5
2. Specifications 6
3. Tool Handles 7
4. Wheelbarrows 8
5. Tractors and Trailers 9
6. Procurement, Stores, and Inspection 11
7. Maintenance in the field 12
Detailed Specifications 13
105: Shovel 14
106: Plain Jembe (Hoe) 16
107: Wheelbarrow (TU Model) 18
108: Fork Jembe 22
109: Crowbar 24
110: Trailer (5 tonne tipping) 25
111: Panga 28
112: Mattock 30
113: Shovel Handle 33
114 A: Jembe/Fork Jembe Handle 34
114 B: Pick/Mattock Handle 35
114 C: Axe Handle 36
114 E: Sledgehammer Handle 37
115: Axe 38
116: Pickaxe 40
117: Spreader (Rake) 42
118: Rammer 43