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The 2026 MCAA Annual Online Auction is Now Open ↗

Going, Going, Sold! MCAA Auction a Phenomenal Success

Words: Mason ContractorsThe Mason Contractors Association of America held its first Online Equipment Auction from May 31st through June 3rd.

Contractors were able to bid on several new, name brand items for half the cost of retail including scaffolding, saws, grout troughs, mortar boards and much more. Bidding was fast and furious, but there could only be one winner for each of the great items! Many lots came down to the final seconds, making it an exciting auction for all involved!

The MCAA would like to thank the following companies for their gracious donations. The MCAA appreciates your support of the industry!

? Non-Stop Scaffolding
? EZ Grout Corporation
? MK Diamond Products, Inc.
? Gatorback, LLC
? Dur-O-Wal
? Park Industries, Inc.
? Diamond Systems, Inc.
? Cosella D?erken
? Firestone Building Products
? Bon Tool Co. 		? DITEQ Corporation
? Mixing Innovations LLC
? Knerr Masonry, LTD
? The QUIKRETE Companies
? Fraco
? Crick Tool
? SPEC MIX
? Kraft Tool
? Kennison Forest Products, Inc.

The MCAA would also like to thank everyone who participated in the auction. All proceeds support Mason Contractors Association of America programs. Congratulations to all the winners!

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