MCAA To Debut New Scoring App At World of Concrete 2020
Thursday, January 23, 2020 | 8:00 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is excited to announce today’s rollout of a digital scoring app, which will be used at The World of Concrete/Masonry on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 in the Bronze Lot during MASONRY MADNESS®. Full story
Keson/Sola Joins Mason Contractors Association of America Strategic Partner Program
Friday, January 17, 2020 | 8:00 AM CST

The Mason Contractors Association of America is thrilled to announce Keson LLC as the newest member of its Strategic Partner Program. Keson/SOLA currently represents the only manufacturer of measuring tools among MCAA Strategic Partners. Full story
Travel The World of Concrete With The MCAA
Wednesday, January 8, 2020 | 8:00 AM CST

World of Concrete/World of Masonry is less than a month away. See what we have in store for this year's convention. Full story
MASONRY MADNESS® 2020: Challenging the Best of the Best
Wednesday, January 8, 2020 | 8:00 AM CST

The biggest masonry competitions event happens in the Bronze Lot of the Las Vegas Convention Center on Wednesday, February 5, 2020. Check out what MASONRY MADNESS® has in store for attendees this year. Full story
Air and Moisture Control Tech Talk Q and A
Wednesday, December 18, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Tiffany Coppock of Owens Corning provides information on air and moisture control material mineral wool. Read more about this material and when it is best to use it. Full story
New Data on OSHA Enforcement of Silica Exposure Standard
Monday, December 16, 2019 | 9:45 AM CST

It’s been over two years since OSHA issued its final rule on respirable crystalline silica exposure. It still remains one of the most significant health standards issued by the Agency, and continues to influence construction. Full story
Thanksgiving Fire Prevention Safety
Thursday, November 28, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Thanksgiving Day has more than double the number of home cooking fires than an average day according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Full story
Masonry Cards
Wednesday, November 27, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Check out these digital cards highlighting careers in masonry and some of the top masons in the industry. Full story
Carney, Drye, Hoggatt, and Kemp Are The 2020 Masonry Hall of Fame Inductees
Monday, November 25, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

The MCAA Announces the 2020 Hall of Fame Inductees. Read more to see the members to be inducted at World of Concrete. Full story
MCAA Online Community
Monday, November 25, 2019 | 12:00 AM CST

Easily network and communicate with your fellow MCAA members on a number of masonry related discussion topics in the MCAA Community. Full story
Top 10 Reasons to Join the Masonry Team: Work Outdoors
Friday, November 22, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

As a mason your “office” is the great outdoors, not a boxy cubicle surrounding a desk and chair. In construction, every job offers a change of scenery, keeping things as fresh as the outdoor air and full of new challenges. Full story
Joint Reinforcement
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Some type of horizontal reinforcement should be used with all concrete masonry construction to help control shrinkage cracks. Full story
Scaffold Hazards
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Employees should be able to list the three most serious hazards which may be present during scaffold use. Full story
South of 40 Instructional Video Series: World of Concrete Registration
Monday, November 18, 2019 | 3:00 PM CST

As part of our South of 40 Instructional Video series, we have a tutorial on how to complete the World of Concrete registration. Watch video
Barrier Wall: Stone Veneer/Reinforced Concrete Block
Wednesday, November 13, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

This solid masonry wall features a structural concrete block backup system with a classic, natural stone façade. Full story
Near Miss Reporting
Tuesday, November 12, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Whether there is no injury, a small bruise or scratch, or an amputation, the consequences of unsafe acts and conditions are left to chance. Full story
Masonry Restoration: Brick, Stone, and Material Substitution
Friday, November 8, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

MASONRY takes a deep dive into the world of masonry restoration, exploring available options, innovations, and suggested recommendations for the best restoration practices. Read at MASONRY
Signs of a Stroke
Tuesday, November 5, 2019 | 8:00 AM CST

Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster. Full story
Thankful for The Little Things
Friday, November 1, 2019 | 8:00 AM CDT

November always has me thinking about the many things I have to be thankful for. I have a great family, friends, and have had a good career in the masonry industry that has provided a great life for us. Full story
You Want a Job in the Construction Industry: What’s Next?
Wednesday, October 30, 2019 | 8:00 AM CDT

Deanna Quintana explains the do’s and don’ts of building a quality construction resume. Try out these tips and stand out during your next job search. Read at MASONRY