Masonry Magazine March 2008 Page. 50
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
WORLD OF CONCRETE 2008 WRAP-UP
If you missed this one, you missed a lot. The World of Concrete and World of Masonry included a whirlwind of activity this year, from competitions and contests to innovation and new products galore. The MCAA held its annual convention during the show as well. With so much going on, attendees had to make tough decisions to divide their time among a wealth of possibilities. Here are just a few highlights from this year's show. IMAS
The SPEC MIX Bricklayer 500 competition drew an energized crowd on a chilly, windy day in Las Vegas.
Terry Ober, region sales manager for Mustang, walked booth visitors through an array of new products.
Rob Foster demonstrates the 1199VSR Hammer Drill by Bosch.
The MCAA's booth was abuzz with activity throughout the show.
The MCAA's Fastest Trowel on the Block contest was suspenseful, as attendees watched skilled masons race against the clock.
DeWalt's booth was filled with demos and new products.
Committee meetings during the MCAA Convention proved to be productive. Shown is the meeting of the technical committee, led by Rashad Johnson.
Masons skills were showcased during the SPEC MIX Bricklayer 500 contest.
Mortar Net's TotalFlash Challenge was an action that put the TotalFlash Cavity Wall Drainage System product to the test. TotalFlash passed with flying colors.