Masonry Magazine August 2002 Page. 4
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MASONRY
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PHOENIX
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Masonry Arts and the Pentagon
After the demolition of the area of the Pentagon damaged on September 11, 2001, the Army raised a huge flag to show the world that "United We Stand." Masonry Arts, its subcontractors and suppliers stood united in their efforts to rebuild the facility in time for the one year anniversary of this tragedy.
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features
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Mortar Mixers: More than a Tub on Wheels
Picking the right equipment is often a matter of price. Here are some other things to watch for when buying a mixer.
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Pentagon-Phoenix: Rising from the Pentagon's Ashes
On September 11, 2002 the rededication of the Pentagon, damaged a year earlier, will be attended by many MCAA members who were instrumental in restoring the building. Here is their story.
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Pentagon- Human Side: The Phoenix Team
Bricks and mortar make buildings strong workers make them stronger. Listen to some of the tales from September 11, 2001.
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Pentagon - The Stone: Material Command Center
The limestone used to replace those units damaged in the attack on the Pentagon was harvested from the same area as the original.
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Pentagon-History: Rising from a Swamp
It took 16 months to build, one moment to damage and one year to rebuild. The history of the Pentagon is filled with events and numbers like these.
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Pentagon-PenRen: Making the Biggest Better
A decade long restoration project at the Pentagon was partially completed when the attack of September 11 tested its engineering theory.
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Scaffolding Safety: Getting it Right
At least 30 percent of all scaffold-related accidents involve the misuse of mobile scaffolds. In the majority of accidents, a complete mobile scaffold is not utilized.
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Risk and Reality: Viewing Risk as Another Business Too
There are steps you can take to greatly improve your chances in business. While taking a risk will never be a sure thing, it can be a surer thing than doing nothing.
columns & departments
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From the Editor
Legal Advice
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President's Message
Marketing 101
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Contractor-to-Contractor
Masonry News
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Making the Grade
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Masonry August 2002
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