Do you take work from contractors or customers who you know, in the past, have been problematic contractors? Full story

A coalition of construction industry groups is concerned about a proposed rule from OSHA intended to protect workers from inhaling dust containing silica. Full story

When using stone as a veneer, engineering and design are critical factors in a successful building project. Read at MASONRY

OSHA released their proposed rule on silica this afternoon. The new rule is decreasing the PEL to .50 and the remediation level to .25. Full story

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration today announced a proposed rule to lower worker exposure to crystalline silica. Full story

The Brick Industry Association (BIA) has honored stunning architecture that incorporates fired clay brick. Full story

With the Ultra Air Barrier Wall System, contractors now have an economical system that is easy to install and keeps more of the contract under the mason’s control. Full story

The masonry industry joined together in June to support the 49th Annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference and the National Masonry Contest. Full story

As president of the MCAA, I am often asked what we are doing for you as mason contractors. The regime in Washington, D.C., right now is keeping us very busy. Full story

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if all we had to do to build a successful business is work hard? Full story

Cladding the exterior of buildings with full-cavity-wall type brick veneer façade systems has been an accepted, traditional construction process for centuries. Read at MASONRY

No matter the task or function in question, the masonry saws industry has researched and developed the perfect saw for the job. Read at MASONRY

In July, The National Masonry Instructors Association met in Concord, North Carolina for their Annual Conference. Full story

Masonry has profiled eight software advancements and new products we think you’ll find useful. More and more, it’s a tech-lover’s world. Read at MASONRY

Telling Architectural Systems announced the North American launch of the Corium Cladding System. Full story

It is with great pleasure that I invite you to join my family and me at the 2013 MCAA Midyear Meeting. Full story

Masonry under construction must be temporarily braced until the final lateral support system is in place. The importance of this bracing is paramount to safety. Full story

The MCAA has been very busy this past month. The staff continues to work with committee chairs and committee members to pursue our goals. Full story

Does this sound familiar? I have written tips similar to this. However, I don’t think it sunk into a lot of contractors’ minds. So, here it comes from another angle. Full story

The 7th Edition of the Masonry Designers' Guide has been completely updated to address the numerous additions and changes in the code requirements. Full story