October 2015 Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Masonry MagazineTable of Contents

October 2015

Volume 54, Number 10 FEATURES Hardscaping Case Studies Two detailed case studies outline how to tackle masonry projects from the experiences of other. Saws, Saw Blades, Hammers and Grinders Saw technology continues to improve and evolve, and masons have more choices than ever on the jobsite as we learn in this review section. Adhered Masonry Veneer An expert lends a few lessons for navigating adhered masonry veneers, which have become better engineered for performance and more attractive as a final product.  

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

From The Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs 2015 BIA Awards Masonry Technology Business Building Full Contact Project Management New Products Classified Advertising News

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Erin Koets
MAP Partner
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Fechino Files: Diesels Below 32 Degrees
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I am guessing that if you are reading this, then you experienced the cold, late-January spell that took over most of the country. The cold weather has many effects on the operations of a masonry contractor, from job shutdowns to equipment starting issues,

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Outreach Outlook: Building Momentum Across the Southern Region
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As April arrives, the pace of our outreach and workforce efforts across the Southern Region reaches a new level of intensity. This is the time of year when our programs, partners, and state collaborators all accelerate at once. SkillsUSA competitions are

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Marvelous Masonry: Elbphilharmonie
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Most people know the Elbphilharmonie for its glass façade and dramatic roofline. From a distance, that’s what defines the skyline in Hamburg’s HafenCity district. But for masonry contractors and suppliers, the real story starts at the base.

Cass Stern
Marvelous Masonry
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