Symbiont Construction, Inc. of Butler, Wisc. is the latest company to have earned certification through the Masonry Certification program. Full story

The expert driver is constantly on the lookout for areas that might induce skidding, such as unexpected ice patches or piles of wet leaves, to be found especially in shady areas or on overpasses. Full story

As I write this, the leaves are falling, and cooler weather has finally come to Texas and I am starting to see production pick up with the break from the heat. These are the days that I love to be out on a job. Full story

Dry stonewalls have been around for millennia, with some structures dating back 5,000 years that are still standing today. MASONRY takes a look at the construction of these walls. Read at MASONRY

Recovering from natural disasters could range from flood relief to rebuilding homes. Discover the repairing efforts after Hurricane Harvey in Houston. Read at MASONRY

What is large, scary, and has the ability to crush you? If you said elephant, you’re not wrong, but, for the sake of this article, a fellow distracted driver is the correct answer. Full story

The recently approved Checkoff Program will be a game changer for masonry. Read more about what this means for the industry. Read at MASONRY

We wanted to share a few key actions coming out of the hearings related to the proposal to incorporate high-rise, cross-laminated timber buildings into the next edition of the International Building Code. Full story

Part three of our series with XYZ University looks at future-focused companies and how to position your company for success by preparing for who and what may come next. Read at MASONRY

Many of our workforce practices and perspectives still reflect traditional methodologies. In the second part of our series with XYZ University, we look at how this misalignment contributes to the trades’ struggle to recruit talent. Read at MASONRY

XYZ University, a company specializing in helping organizations communicate across generations, has created a whitepaper for the MCAA and MASONRY. Take a look at their findings and insight in part one of a three part series. Read at MASONRY

Before using a ladder, inspect it for faults, such as broken rungs or rails. If it is an extension ladder, inspect the pulleys, ropes and locks for excessive wear. Full story

Cleaning is usually carried out as the final step when building new masonry, removing mortar smears, grout spills, and other construction-related stains. Full story

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) will present “How to Become an Equal Partner with the General Contractor” on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 10:00 AM CDT. Full story

The Metrolina Recognition Night hosts Greater Charlotte area masonry students and apprentices that have achieved success in masonry competitions across the country over the past year. Full story

The distracted driving epidemic continues to wreak havoc on our nation’s highways. Full story

The masonry industry offers great benefits including advancement opportunities, job security, paid training, and financial strength - and that’s just the beginning. Full story

Lasers can be used for much more than ensuring something is level today. Read up on the technology in lasers and how it can be used on a jobsite. Read at MASONRY

It’s been a week and a half now since we had the MCAA Midyear Meeting in Austin, Texas and I’m still thinking about the fun times we had and processing all the information I got from the meetings. Full story

With little or no warning, unprotected, improperly shored, or improperly sloped trenches and walls can collapse, trapping anyone below or close thereto. Full story