Sakrete Concrete Dissolver from Bonsal American, Charlotte, N.C., has been named as one of the Top Products of 2011 by the readers of Concrete Contractor magazine. Full story

Masonry examines the importance of code compliance verification when using post-installed anchors in walls constructed of fully grouted concrete masonry units. Full story

Masonry presents a case study on Miami’s Olympia Theater restoration, a jewel of the South Florida arts and cultural community since 1926. Read at MASONRY

I can assure all members and the industry, as we move forward, that the MCAA has a vision that will make us a stronger industry and a better people. Full story

CalStar Products is addressing the need for a high-performing brick that achieves a traditional look and feel, while offering improved environmental credentials. Read at MASONRY

Has this recession kicked you in the teeth like it has almost every contractor in the country? Have you hit bottom yet? And, where is the bottom? Full story

Several members of the MCAA were arrested during the 2011 Midyear Meeting in San Antonio for atrocities such as masquerading as Texans, lying about their age, and failing to take baths. Full story

The MCAA Midyear Meeting was held last week in San Antonio. Attendees participated in fun and educational events, while taking in the beautiful sights of the Texas Hill Country. Full story

The MCAA Workforce Development Committee is rejuvenated, re-energized, and working to make a positive impact on our industry. Full story

When the job is lathing a substrate to install manufactured stone veneer units, nothing can compete with the efficiencies and performance properties of PermaLath 1000®. Full story

Over the last six years, the MCAA has worked hard to build bridges. I do not have to tell anyone about the tough economic times we are enduring, but some good has come from it. Full story

I want to invite you to take part in a unique event the Mason Contractors Association of America will be holding at the MCAA Midyear Meeting in San Antonio. Full story

How far do you go to please your customers? One thing in business never changes: The Customer is always No. 1. Full story

SANY Heavy Industry Company is pleased to announce its recognition on the Forbes World’s Most Innovative Companies List. Full story

Companies and organizations of the masonry industry joined forces in June to support the National Masonry Championships. Read at MASONRY

The concept that massive walls absorb and retain heat, to be later released, has been understood since the time of the world’s earliest structures. Read at MASONRY

One of the most violated areas of below-grade construction is the failure to include moisture management. Read at MASONRY

Dalton Apartments in Gary, Ind., has come back from the edge of ruin, thanks to interior rehab and a skilled exterior repair and restoration cleaning. Read at MASONRY

Christopher Bupp, head of the Educational and Architectural Services Division for Hohmann and Barnard, addresses concerns over the damaging effects of moisture infiltration. Read at MASONRY

Increased productivity for masons is achievable if the tool is right. Following is a sampling of what one manufacturer has to offer today’s masons. Read at MASONRY