Words: John Cicciarelli, Director of Masonry at Oldcastle APGPhotos: Oldcastle APG As many manufacturers adopt sustainability goals in the evolution toward net zero, more buildings today are featuring sustainable design, and that includes masonry. But how do industry professionals know and trust what is real and what is simply green marketing? One tool that masons, …
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Words and Photos: Jeff Tew, Director of Technical + Training, Westlake Royal Stone Solutions Sponsored By When preparing to install manufactured stone veneer, or MSV, on any jobsite, the most important consideration is to thoroughly familiarize yourself with information on ASTM-C1670 and the official NCMA-MSV Installation Guide, which is available at NCMA.org and includes instruction, …
Right the First Time: Proper Stone Veneer Installation Read More
Words: Leslie Seaton, Acme Brick Company Sales EngineerPhotos: Acme Brick, Clement Peiffer, prill, tane-mahuta, Wirestock Bricks have been used for thousands of years as a building material. Given brick’s long history of usage in construction, we often think of it as easy to produce and duplicate. But as manufacturers, we are all too often reminded …
Words and Figures: David Biggs, PE, SE As seen from past articles, the world has a wealth of marvelous masonry! Our masonry heritage defines us as a culture. No other building material can make that claim. In February and March 2023, I had the privilege of working at the University of Minho (min-yo) in Guimarães, …
Since 1950, the MCAA has educated, trained, and represented mason contractors. This has been done by promoting the use of masonry, influencing reasonable codes and standards, workforce development and public affairs, the association actively advances the use of masonry. Your MCAA Board, President, and Staff are actively following the mission statement of the association. We …
Damian Lang I talk a lot about the value of strong leadership, and I credit the success of our companies to the leaders we have in place. But what exactly does it mean to be a leader? Merriam-Webster’s dictionary defines a leader as “One who leads; a guide; a captain; a head of party.” Beyond …
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Corey Adams I had an interesting exchange with my 12-year-old son recently. He wanted to drink a Sprite before a workout, and I told him no; he should have water. Sounds like an easy enough tiff between the typical father and son, but his response was less than acceptable. He responded with anger. Now, I …
George Hedley When your company first started, the founder had a dream where he or she wanted the business to go, do, and become over the next few years. Nothing is different today. The owners still have a vision of what they want the business to become. But most owners have stopped pursuing their dreams …
Business Building: What’s Your Vision Of A Perfect Company? Read More
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