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ProBlock commits to The Masonry Foundation

Words: Pamela AndersonProBlock has recently reached an agreement with The Masonry Foundation to donate $0.02 to the Foundation for each ProBlock purchased by MCAA members for a one-year period which runs June 1, 2014 until June 1, 2015.

Midwest Block's Mark Wilhelms commented, "At $0.02 per unit, it is possible for this market to raise $10,000+ without much effort over the next year."

The ProBlock, which is a single boot jack block, meaning it has no end web, is also known as the "A" block. It is the best design for partially grouted walls.

The Masonry Foundation provides high quality education, conducts research for the industry, promotes masonry careers, provides grants and conducts other industry activities.
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