Masonry Magazine February 2005 Page. 48
MCAN'S MASONRY SHOWCASE at CONSTRUCTAMERICA
What is the Masonry Showcase at CONSTRUCT AMERICA"?
The Masonry Showcase is the only annual trade show representing the needs of mason contractors through displays of the industry's top masonry building products and services, combined with advanced education programs and networking events. This is the only show where contractors will find all the products needed for a successful business and provided the tools needed to keep your business on the cutting edge of the masonry industry.
CONSTRUCT AMERICA is an umbrella concept developed by the Construction Specifications Institute that co-locates multiple trade shows- The Masonry Showcase, The CSI Show" and The TFM Show". The co-location brings a large number of construction industry buyers and sellers together for the purpose of networking and education. Attendees can gain wide exposure to construction building products and services through the ability to cross over among CONSTRUCT AMERICA's three co-located shows.
The Masonry Showcase at CONSTRUCT AMERICA attracts:
Attendees representing the nation's top mason contractors and industry decision-makers
The decision-makers and owners who make the final purchasing decisions at the show
Commercial & Residential Contractors (Masonry & General)
Architects & Specifiers
Subcontractors
Top industry manufacturers and suppliers
Project Managers
Engineers
Facility Managers
Educators
Masonry Showcase Premier Events
Come cheer on the masons and participate in the most exciting events of the masonry industry at Masonry Showcase!
International Skills Challenge Competition
Thursday April 21, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
The International Skills Challenge is a competition for masonry apprentices in first, second and third year skills levels. Every region is represented, and crowds build as spectators cheer on their favorites. Each contestant is presented with a project drawing appropriate to their skill level just moments before the competition begins. Contestants only have 3 hours to layout and construct the project based on materials they are provided. It takes a talented competitor to stay cool under the pressure and build the project according to specifications. 1st, 2nd and 3rd places are awarded to each skill level.