Contractors have unique abilities, equipment and training to “see” things that almost no one else can. You can merely look at a set of plans and see, right then and there, if a proposed project will not work – even though it was designed by the expert architect or engineer.
When You Lose Your Cool, You Lose The Game Damian Lang We face situations daily that require us to react either calmly or intensely. It’s like playing two games simultaneously: You have to be able to recognize what is happening – and plenty is bound to happen – and then determine your reaction. There was …
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Big Things, Small Beginnings Dan Kamys, Editorial Director – dkamys@staging1.masonrymagazine.com The above is a modification of a quote I’ve always liked. Big things have small beginnings. That’s why this month in particular is full of small beginnings that could potentially turn into big things down the road. With everything from the future of the workforce, …
From deck stain, house paint and hiking boots to car wax, catfish, nail polish, filet mignon and masonry buildings, we apply coatings and sealants to myriad products for many reasons. Some are protective. Others are for achieving a desired aesthetic or strengthening the underlying material. Many preserve and strengthen a product and enhance the appearance. …
Masonry Hall of Fame Nominations Due October 1, 2018 By: Tim O’Toole Do you know someone who has dedicated their life to the masonry industry? If so, nominate them to be part of the Masonry Hall of Fame. Nominees must have had a major impact on the masonry industry, not necessarily with just the MCAA, and …
In this issue of the magazine, we have chosen to cover an impressive new technology for the masonry industry. Covering this type of emerging development is integral to helping you stay ahead of what’s coming, even if the tech is years from being regularly adopted. Fastbrick Robotics, or FBR, is based out of Australia, and …
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¿Qué plan se debe escoger: Un bono discrecional o Un plan de incentivos orientado a resultados? (Parte – 2) Ran in March 2017 Words: Damian Lang Éste es el segundo artículo de una serie de dos partes. Para leer la primera parte, ir a: http://ezgmfg.com/about-us/ezg-blog/ Como un equipo de football con dificultades, si tu plan …
Mark Kemp, former MCAA Chairman was presented The Grandmaster J.K. Lee Award for Ethics and Integrity on August 3, 2018 at the J.K. Lee City Youth Martial Arts dinner gala in Milwaukee, WI. The J. K. Lee City Youth Martial Arts program provides youth in underserved communities an opportunity to learn within a supportive environment …
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