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Words: Mason ContractorsWhen you become a member of the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) before June 30, 2015, you’ll receive a membership package that includes access to CMD Insight for one-year.
  • Find masonry projects in your area faster and easier
  • Use saved searches to effortlessly follow projects
  • Download, export and view plans and specs
  • Receive project updates with automatic notification tools
  • Track competitor activity to gain a competitive edge
Help us build a strong and successful masonry industry for you and your company. Call
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Masonry Veneers: Designing for Flexibility, Versatility and Structural Integrity
August 2025

Masonry veneers have become a popular choice among residential and commercial builders alike. These versatile materials offer the authentic look and feel of quarried stone while delivering enhanced durability. By minimizing the risk of cracking and reduci

John Cicciarelli
Technical Talks
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Advancing Skill-Based Assessment in Masonry Education with 3D Wall Scanning
August 2025

Over the past year, we’ve had the opportunity to demonstrate a cutting-edge 3D wall scanner at a variety of masonry competitions and career exploration events across the region, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Students, instructors, and

Conner Birdsong
Industry News
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How It’s Made: Clay Brick
August 2025

Going back to around 7000 B.C., when the first bricks were made from a combination of mud and straw (highlighted because mud and straw are not part of the defined parameters of masonry) and then dried in the desert sun, the general process of how brick is

Mat Tramel
Technical Talks
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Achieving Realistic Looks with Manufactured Materials: Elevating Aesthetics in Modern Masonry Projects
August 2025

In the evolving landscape of masonry design and construction, contractors are increasingly called upon to marry tradition with innovation. Homeowners, architects, and developers demand materials that not only perform well but also look indistinguishably a

Rob McKay
Technical Talks
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