Now that 2015 has come and gone, construction professionals are focusing attention on the year ahead. Analysts predict 2016 will be a strong year for the industry. Full story

The 174 page handbook includes building codes and energy requirements, design, specifications and construction data for residential masonry fireplaces. Read at MASONRY

With winter weather arriving, masonry chimneys face months of prolonged exposure to wind-driven rains and melting snow. Read at MASONRY

The MCAA’s MAC PAC would like to thank the following individuals for their generous support in 2015. Full story

On December 30, 2015 the MCAA Nominating Committee met to review and recommend candidates for MCAA office for the 2016-2018 term of office. Full story

The MCAA recently sat down with Curtis Hoover, masonry instructor at the Center of Applied Technology North, to discuss the future of the masonry industry. Full story

I hope all of you had a great holiday season and are excited and energized about 2016. I am sure that, in 2016, many positive things will happen within the MCAA. Full story

In an effort to prevent crimes that put lives and the health of workers at risk, the Departments of Justice and Labor announced a plan to more effectively prosecute such crimes. Full story

To quote the great Vince Lombardi: “Men respond to leadership in a most remarkable way and, once you have won his heart, he will follow you anywhere.” Full story

Time Inc.’s This Old House named QUIKRETE® Q-MAX Pro concrete to its fifth annual “This Old House Top 100” a list of the 100 best new home products of the year. Full story

The first time I met Kingsley, he was standing just inside my front door on Christmas morning 2009. He instantly became a part of our family, and we gave him his forever home. Full story

The MCAA and its members are urged to contact Ranking Members of the US House and Senate Appropriations Committee asking them to support the Hoeven Amendment Language. Full story

Will you accept the call to serve? You may feel like a little fish in a big pond, but you too can be a voice for our industry. Full story

The MCAA recently sat down with John Ambach, President of Ambach Masonry Construction, Inc., to discuss the history of his company and the future of the masonry industry. Full story

A brick-laying robot made its Frederick debut, working alongside masons to complete an 18-foot-high, 80-foot-wide brick wall in just 24 hours. Full story

Christmas is a time for giving, but why does it seem to happen mainly during the Christmas season? Just think of the possibilities if we had a giving spirit all year round! Full story

I should have bought it. I should have done it. Ever hear someone say that when discussing a piece of equipment or house or property someone else bought at a fraction of its worth? Full story

NCMA is pleased to announce the winners of the 2015 NCMA/ICPI Concrete Masonry Design Awards of Excellence. Full story

The flashing and drainage plane has always been a critical component of any cavity wall system. A failure in this arrangement can lead to degradation of many wall components. Read at MASONRY

Innovative new dry‐cast manufacturing process developed and patented by Oldcastle® Architectural Products has resulted in two new revolutionary products. Full story