The Masonry Foundation Surpasses Initial Goal of $5 Million
Sunday, January 23, 2022 | 8:00 AM CST

The MCAA is excited to announce that The Masonry Foundation has surpassed its initial goal of $5 million in pledges. In 2022, The Masonry Foundation awarded $100,000 through eight grants. Full story
Southwest Scaffolding Rejoins The MCAA's Strategic Partner Program
Monday, January 10, 2022 | 11:53 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association of America’s Strategic Partner Program has welcomed back leading scaffold and masonry distributor, Southwest Scaffolding. Southwest is again a part of the $28 billion masonry industry’s largest promotional effort. Full story
BREAKING: CMU Checkoff Passes
Monday, December 20, 2021 | 1:58 PM CST

The CMU Checkoff Program, an initiative backed and promoted by the Mason Contractors Association of America for approximately 15 years, has passed. Full story
Xtreme Manufacturing Joins The MCAA's Strategic Partner Program
Thursday, December 2, 2021 | 8:05 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association is excited to announce that leading telehandler producer Xtreme Manufacturing™ has become the newest Strategic Partner. Full story
Update On Biden Administration's Vaccine Mandate
Monday, November 22, 2021 | 8:03 AM CST

UPDATE 11/23/2021: We are waiting on the Sixth Circuit Court. If they also stay the rule, we will continue to monitor the situation. If they decide to enforce, we will be providing Vaccination and Regular Testing policies for our members. Full story
Get To Know PROSOCO, Our New Strategic Partner
Monday, November 22, 2021 | 8:02 AM CST

PROSOCO, a leading supplier of specialty construction cleaners, water repellents, and anchors, recently joined the MCAA's Strategic Partner Program. Watch what we learned about the company and their products in the first part of our series! Full story
Kodiak® Boots Joins The MCAA’s Corporate Partner Program
Wednesday, November 17, 2021 | 8:02 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association of America is excited to announce a 2022 expansion of the relationship with Kodiak®, a footwear brand of Workwear Outfitters. Full story
Masonry Strong Car In Phoenix
Monday, November 15, 2021 | 8:09 AM CST

Get the latest updates on the MASONRY STRONG car and driver. Full story
NCMCA 2021 Recognition Night
Friday, November 12, 2021 | 8:19 AM CST

The NCMCA held its annual Recognition Night on November 11, 2021. Check out their quick recap. Full story
Quick Headers Joins The MCAA's Corporate Partner Program
Thursday, November 11, 2021 | 10:06 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association of America is excited to announce that Quick Headers, the developer of a temporary, removable beam support used when setting brick and block over a window or door opening, has joined the Corporate Partner Program. Full story
Norton Gives Back To The Masonry Foundation
Monday, November 8, 2021 | 8:56 AM CST

Norton Clipper, one of the Mason Contractors Association of America’s Strategic Partners, has announced a new program to support The Masonry Foundation. Full story
Federal Appeals Court Issues Temporary Stay To Biden Administration's Vaccine Mandate
Monday, November 8, 2021 | 8:29 AM CST

A federal appeals court temporarily stayed the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate for large companies over the weekend after several Republican state governments and business/advocacy groups sued to block its implementation. Full story
Join The MCAA At Machine Guns Vegas During World Of Concrete
Monday, November 8, 2021 | 8:04 AM CST

This is a unique, limited MCAA event during the 2022 World of Concrete in Las Vegas. Attendees will receive a gourmet taco buffet and the chance to shoot one of two sets of handguns at the range. Attendance is limited to the first 75 to register. Full story
BREAKING: OSHA Issues Emergency Temporary Standard On COVID
Thursday, November 4, 2021 | 8:01 AM CDT

Late last night, OSHA posted their new Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) on COVID-19 that will impact employers with 100+ employees. The MCAA is working with our partners on the Construction Industry Safety Coalition to review and plan next steps. Full story
REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON: 2022 Masonry Skills Challenge Registration Is Open
Monday, November 1, 2021 | 8:03 AM CDT

The Masonry Skills Challenge is a competition of masonry apprentices in first, second and third year skill levels. The contest is a showcase for skills training in the masonry industry, challenging winning apprentices from all around. Full story
2022 World of Concrete Registration Now Open
Monday, November 1, 2021 | 8:00 AM CDT

Registration has opened for the MCAA Convention at the 2022 World of Concrete in Las Vegas. This year's convention is set to take place from January 17-20 and is the perfect opportunity to learn and participate in great educational programs, contractor ro Full story
NEW: FAQs Regarding COVID Protocols For Federal Contractors
Monday, November 1, 2021 | 7:12 AM CDT

The Biden Administration has issued a new set of Frequently Asked Questions for federal contractors who are expected to be impacted by the Executive Order on Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors. Full story
TWO SPOTS LEFT: 2022 MCAA's Fastest Trowel On The Block Registration Is Open
Monday, November 1, 2021 | 6:00 AM CDT

The Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition, hosted by the Mason Contractors Association of America, is a showcase of industry craftsmanship and a testament of both the speed and skill of our industry's workforce. Full story
Fastest Trowel and Skills Challenge Registration Now Open
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 | 7:28 AM CDT

On Wednesday, January 19, 2022, MASONRY MADNESS® will once again be the spotlight during the 2022 World of Concrete in Las Vegas in the Silver Lot of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Registration is open until Monday, November 15th. Full story
Masonry Cosmetics Joins The MCAA's Corporate Partner Program
Monday, October 18, 2021 | 8:03 AM CDT

The Mason Contractors Association of America is excited to announce that Masonry Cosmetics, the developer and manufacturer of a proprietary masonry staining and renewal process, has joined the Corporate Partner Program. Full story