White powdery residual buildup on bricks known as efflorescence can be a pesky chore. You won’t want to miss how to prevent and take care of this common issue. Read at MASONRY

I hope you will join us in Washington, D.C. to make our voices heard as an industry as we meet with over 125 Congressional offices from throughout the country. Read at MASONRY

Whether working on buildings, bridges, or skyscrapers, masons need to be positioned correctly to do their jobs efficiently. MASONRY takes a look at mast climbers in all their configurations. Read at MASONRY

As a Technology Education teacher, John Vanderwyst knew he was uniquely suited to address the shortage of skilled workers facing the construction and manufacturing industries. Full story

MASONRY had the opportunity to sit down and chat with three inductees of the Masonry Hall of Fame as they reflect on their respective careers and the honor of being inducted into this prestigious group. Read at MASONRY

Engineers tend to design using materials and methods that they are most comfortable with. For this reason, the education of future engineers should be something that catches the attention of the entire masonry industry. Full story

Thin brick has an easy installation with a traditional look. MASONRY takes a look at the different specs and installation process. Read at MASONRY

Get used to hearing about AB 2842. On February 16, 2018, this bill was introduced in the California legislature and is scheduled for its first hearing on March 19, 2018. Full story

Submissions are now open for the 2018 MCAA Safety Advantage Awards. Our goal is for the MCAA safety awards to help draw attention to the benefits of safety. Full story

MCAA and our industry looks bright and I am excited about all the opportunities out there. Full story

MASONRY had the opportunity to tour the historic Cathedral of Stain John the Divine. Read up on the history and the efforts put forth to creating this building. Read at MASONRY

The energy was palpable at the 2018 World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas. The greatest attraction was outside in the Bronze Lot on Wednesday, January 24th for MASONRY MADNESS® Day. Full story

Four new dates and locations have been announced for MCAA's Masonry Wall Bracing Seminar. Full story

Six new dates and locations have been announced for MCAA's Understanding Masonry Codes and Standards seminar. Full story

Eleven new dates and locations have been announced for MCAA's Silica Train-the-Trainer Course. Full story

Sometimes building use changes. These changes may also mean a change in loads applied to the building, and structural members will have to be strengthened or added. Full story

savings4members is giving you the chance to win up to $100 in gas cards and a $500 Visa gift card to jump start the savings you can experience with our programs. Full story

David Joslin, Vice President of Donald R. Frantz Concrete Construction, LLC (St. Paul, Minn.) has been appointed to the position of MCAA Minnesota State Chairman. Full story

Election results for the 2018-2019 Board of the Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis were announced in January. Full story

In front of the largest crowd in the 16-year history of the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500® World Championship, David Chavez of Ranch Masonry in Houston, TX claimed the crown “World’s Best Bricklayer.” Full story