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					<description>The latest news and headlines affecting the masonry industry.</description>
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						<title>2009 MCAA Convention: A Mix of Learning and Fun</title>
						<author><cite>Masonry</cite></author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081121065715</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ The MCAA Convention is making learning fun and interesting through innovative, informative sessions, new action stations, and The Jersey Boys. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:57:15 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>Extensive Quality Control Brings Safety</title>
						<author><cite>Masonry</cite></author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081120060000</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ Sunshine Enterprise Inc. in Memphis, Tenn., has a quality assurance system in place that starts at its factory. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:00:00 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>Large-scale Use of Mast Climbers on Residential Project</title>
						<author><cite>Masonry</cite></author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081119061659</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ In Kelowna, British Columbia, 1,000 lineal feet of mast-climbing work platforms are being used to build a 300,000-square-foot residential structure. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:16:59 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>Flexibility Breeds Success</title>
						<author><cite>Masonry</cite></author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081118060945</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ Tourism represents a growing industry, and every city around the world hosts several construction projects to supply the upcoming demand. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2008 11:09:45 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>The Skinny on Scaffolding</title>
						<author>Brett Martin</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081117064225</link>
						<guid>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081117064225</guid>
						<description><![CDATA[ Scaffolding companies strive to make innovative new products for their scaffolding systems. New safety products and even hands-on training are being offered. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2008 11:42:25 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>Arizona Masonry Guild Announces 2008 Architectural Award Winners</title>
						<author>Deb Lasch</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081114073746</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ 15 projects were honored for outstanding masonry design at the 17th Annual Excellence in Masonry Architectural Awards. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:37:46 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>MCAA Launches New Online Job Service</title>
						<author>Tim O’Toole</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081113080001</link>
						<guid>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081113080001</guid>
						<description><![CDATA[ The Mason Contractors Association of America announces the launch of its interactive job board, the Masonry Career Center. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 13:00:01 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>SIA Ensures Safety Via Educational Foundation</title>
						<author><cite>Masonry</cite></author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081112060319</link>
						<guid>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081112060319</guid>
						<description><![CDATA[ The SIA has provided training, education, lobbying and networking for professionals in the scaffold and access industry for more than 36 years. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 11:03:19 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>MCAA Launches Virtual University</title>
						<author>Tim O'Toole</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081111072635</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ The Mason Contractors Association of America is proud to announce the launch of the new MCAA Virtual University. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:26:35 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>School Days</title>
						<author>K.K. Snyder</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081110070736</link>
						<guid>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081110070736</guid>
						<description><![CDATA[ A number of education programs are evolving around the country, offering tough programs that carry much weight when contractors are vying for jobs. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:07:36 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>Welcome New Members!</title>
						<author>Bob Birdsell</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081107062813</link>
						<guid>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081107062813</guid>
						<description><![CDATA[ The Mason Contractors Association of America is proud to welcome the following new members to the Association. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2008 11:28:13 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>2009 MCAA Convention at World of Concrete/World of Masonry</title>
						<author>Tim O'Toole</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081106063700</link>
						<guid>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081106063700</guid>
						<description><![CDATA[ Make your reservations now to join us at the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry! ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2008 11:37:00 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>MCAA Mouse Pads Arriving Shortly</title>
						<author>Tim O'Toole</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081105065231</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ MCAA contractor members who have provided us with their e-mail address will receive a MCAA mouse pad within the next few weeks. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2008 11:52:31 -0800</pubDate>
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						<title>Can You Be the Fastest Trowel on the Block?</title>
						<author>Tim O'Toole</author>
						<link>http://www.masoncontractors.org/newsandevents/masonryheadlines/headline.php?id=20081104061234</link>
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						<description><![CDATA[ The Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition showcases the speed and skill of a journeyman mason and how important teamwork is in accomplishing a final product. ]]></description>
						<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 11:12:34 -0800</pubDate>
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