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How Is Masonry Recycled?

Words: Patti Swanson, Bricks IncorporatedPhotos: Bricks Incorporated, Brick Of Chicago These days, we all know that recycling is good for the Earth — most people are familiar with recycling plastic bottles and aluminum cans, or even donating their old clothes. What many people don’t realize is that building materials can be recycled too! When an …

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Chairman’s Message: Masonry Is Getting Stronger

Larry Vacala, MCAA Chairman The check-off program could change the future of our industry. The funds are earmarked towards marketing, education & research, codes & standards, and workforce recruitment. Promoting the best building products will help grow our industry. There’s no denying, the most beautiful landmarks were built with masonry. We know masonry is superior …

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The Fechino Files: Laying Out Brick

Steven Fechino Laying out brick when you have step-downs, doors, and windows can be fun—but also a pain, sometimes. The layout has taught me that I needed to really understand the material that I was working with to better avoid small visual mistakes later. This topic, as elementary as it sounds, can be seen poorly …

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Wall Of Fame: Roberto Cimental

Words: Roberto CimentalPhotos: MCAA/MASONRY Magazine, Roberto Cimental Editorial Note: MASONRY regularly highlights long-serving members of the industry through our Wall of Fame series. Separate from the MCAA’s Masonry Hall of Fame, this series is intended to shine a spotlight on exemplary members of the trade who have spent most of their careers in the field. …

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Efficiencies In Fall Arrest Systems

Words and Photos: Malta Dynamics Working in the labor force in any capacity can expose employees to hazardous situations, but none are as consistently lethal as projects that involve working at heights. Unfortunately, year over year, OSHA confirms that slips, trips, and falls are the leading cause of injury and death in the workplace. Safety …

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