Many changes are taking place around the world and even in our nation. The beauty of masonry and its sustainability have not changed, and I am proud of that. Full story

With all the bad economic news out there caused by things totally out of our control, one must keep a healthy mind by focusing on “feeling good.” Full story

The Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China has formally approved Caterpillar’s planned acquisition of Bucyrus International, Inc. Full story

In order to make a building energy efficient, and to control moisture infiltration, air/vapor barriers are commonplace on almost all commercial structures today. Read at MASONRY

Caterpillar Logistics Services, Inc. announced plans to open a new parts distribution center in Spokane, Washington. Full story

The San Francisco Ritz Carlton Condominiums and Residences undergoes a restoration. Full story

Polyether-based sealants and adhesives, the advanced formulation polymers are now becoming the new standard among some U.S. architects and contractors. Read at MASONRY

Moisture management: We all know the term, and we all know the processes and materials. But do we know if we are actually installing our work correctly? Read at MASONRY

The MCAA Board of Directors and Committee Chairs are working every day for our industry. The MCAA is the only national association that works for the mason contractors. Full story

I network with business people from all over the country, and I’ve discovered something: The ones doing the best are goofy. Full story

When buying something new, you expect it to work, and to be in fantastic condition. Now, how would you feel if something didn’t quite work right? Read at MASONRY

We are seeing the fruits of our labors, as we make progress on the military construction/lifecycle costing issue, and Members of Congress are opposing harmful legislation. Full story

Mason contractors can accomplish structural reinforcement core filling requirements by pumping grout or mortar with a masonry grout pump. Read at MASONRY

We can draw a few parallels from Sir Winston Churchill to the subject of shifting an employee’s attitude toward safety. Full story

Boral Bricks announced the launch of four brick collections within its new Architectural Design Series at the American Institute of Architects Convention. Full story

As a sophomore, Cody Prescott studied auto mechanics, but transferred to masonry after just one year. Full story

Advanced Masonry Systems, Inc. is the latest company to have earned certification through the Masonry Certification program. Full story

Work is tough, but our spirit is not broken. This was the spirit shown last month, when many of us flew into Washington, D.C., for our legislative conference. Full story

Tremendous service builds rapport with customers,, all because they made their customers’ jobs easy! Full story

Membership dues are the largest source of funding that we have. These are just some of the key accomplishments supported by dues. Full story