Resupporting Old Structural Masonry
Saturday, December 31, 2016 | 4:00 PM CST
In 2011, the Homer, Mich., school district began to construct a new school, which included the replacement of the existing brick veneer with masonry matching the new high school. Full story
The EZ Compact Mast Climber
Friday, December 30, 2016 | 4:00 PM CST
The EZ Scaffold Compact Mast Climber provides an alternative to using frames in areas where mast climbers would not traditionally have been considered. Full story
Know Your Target and Set Expectations for Your Team to Hit It
Friday, December 30, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
Have you ever searched for something, not knowing what you were looking for, and found it? No? Me neither. Full story
Demand for Creative Construction Strategies Paves Way for Modern Concrete Block Suppliers
Thursday, December 29, 2016 | 2:25 PM CST
The Mercedes High School athletic stadium in Texas required an unusually tall, 71-foot wall. As a result, special load-bearing concrete blocks would be needed. Full story
Specifying the Right Waterproofing Coverage
Thursday, December 29, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
Properly waterproofing a structure's facade plays an important role in preserving every aspect of a structure's construction. Full story
Last-Minute Stone Solution for a Modern Design
Wednesday, December 28, 2016 | 3:00 PM CST
Architects for the BBVA Compass bank envisioned a modern façade, clad mostly with metal panels. However, the city of Kingwood, Texas, rejected the plan. Full story
The Fraco Model
Tuesday, December 27, 2016 | 2:15 PM CST
Fraco has conducted several analyses with masonry contractors to fully understand the sources of productivity for these businesses. Full story
Make Project Team Leaders Accountable and Responsible for Results
Tuesday, December 27, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
If I asked each of your construction project managers, field superintendents and crew foremen exactly what they were accountable and responsible for, would they know? Full story
Subcontract Barrier Installation or Keep In-House?
Monday, December 26, 2016 | 2:30 PM CST
I see masonry contractors installing fluid-applied air barrier systems. I’d like to see us move toward keeping that in-house. Do you have any advice to help us be successful? Full story
Come see what BIM-M has to offer at World of Concrete
Monday, December 26, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
Come and see live examples of BIM-M modeling by contractors, software demonstrations, and more during the World of Concrete. Full story
The Impact of Staining on Masonry
Saturday, December 24, 2016 | 12:30 PM CST
In the spring of 2015, University of Notre Dame officials took on the task of restoring the exterior of the Golden Dome to its original beauty. Full story
Restoring the Historic Chickasaw Nation Boarding School
Saturday, December 24, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
In 2014–15, Chickasaw Nation officials funded a complete restoration of the historic Chickasaw Nation Boarding School for possible use as a museum. Full story
Weeps: Getting the Water Out
Tuesday, December 20, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
Drainage in a masonry cavity wall is something we deal with each and every day as we construct our walls. But drainage can be complicated. Read at MASONRY
Q&A: Brick Veneer Anchors
Wednesday, December 14, 2016 | 5:00 PM CST
We answer some common questions to Chapter 12 of the TMS 402/ACI 530/ASCE 5 2013 Building Code requirements. Full story
ThermaPANEL: Snow-Melting, Solar Pool Heating and Patio Cooling
Sunday, December 11, 2016 | 7:00 AM CST
ThermaPANEL is a new and sustainable technology that assists in the design, installation and functionality of spaces. Read at MASONRY
5 on 5 with Ammex Masonry, Inc.
Monday, December 5, 2016 | 8:00 AM CST
The MCAA recently sat down with Jaime Alvarez and Josh Cronholm, owners of Ammex Masonry, Inc., to discuss challenges they’ve faced and the future of the masonry industry. Full story
Mason Contractors Association of America Supports Elaine Chao for Secretary of Transportation Nomination
Friday, December 2, 2016 | 9:15 AM CST
The MCAA announced today that it enthusiastically supports the nomination of Elaine Chao for Secretary of Transportation. Full story
Making Our Industry Stronger
Thursday, December 1, 2016 | 7:00 AM CST
I just returned from Washington, D.C., having met with our BIM-M partners. BIM-M will allow those in the design community to easily include masonry in their designs. Full story
Cathedral Apprentice Leaves His Mark
Saturday, November 26, 2016 | 12:00 PM CST
The Salisbury Cathedral’s Major Repair Programme (MRP) began nearly 30 years ago. Comprehensive fabric repairs were needed. Full story
Benefits of Silane-Siloxane Sealer for Older Brick Buildings
Friday, November 25, 2016 | 2:00 PM CST
Even the toughest, most durable structures can become weakened and weathered in due course, leading to expensive and disruptive repair or replacement work. Full story