Masonry Magazine June 2009 Page. 48
INDUSTRY NEWS
We'll select different technical questions from the Masonry Mailbag and we'll post the answers on our website. All questions and answers will be archived and available to MCAA members to view.
To celebrate the launch of this new feature, we'll be giving away three copies of the Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction randomly to three contractors that submit questions to the mailbag. There is no limit to the number of questions you can send; the more you submit the better chances you have of winning! Visit www.masoncontractors.org today to submit your questions.
MCAA Membership Renewal
Membership renewal is just around the corner.
It's just about that time of year again & we'd like you to be aware of some of the upgrades we've made to help make renewing your membership easy and hassle-free. Renewal notices for the July 2009-June 2010 term have been sent.
For the first time, association members have the option to renew the annual membership online at www.masoncontractors.org/renew. If you prefer, you can still mail in your payment when the invoice arrives. It's up to you!
Also for this year we've made available the option of paying your annual dues in monthly installments. This way you can have the payment set up to be automatically deducted from a business banking or credit account. You simply fill out the attached forms that will accompany your renewal statement & we will schedule the payment. Or you can go to the online renewal site to request this option and well go ahead and send you the appropriate forms. Keep in mind this isn't a month to-month membership agreement but rather a way for you to pay the annual dues in monthly increments.
As always, the MCAA appreciates your commitment and continued support. Together We Are Stronger! Each website is free to join. Sign up today and join the masonry community online!
Cardelfe Family Masonry Business Celebrates 30 Years
Fair Haven, N.J.-Cardelfe Masonry is celebrating 30 years in business. Owned by brothers Phil and Scott Cardelfe, the company's focus is to maintain close relationships with clients while providing a high level of personalized service in all their projects. Cardelfe specializes in designing and installing custom projects, working closely with the client throughout the entire process. Jobs include all sized projects, and the company offers maintenance and upkeep once the project has been completed. Cardelfe Masonry works mainly in the Monmouth County towns of Fair Haven, Rumson, Little Silver, Navesink and Red Bank. The company has been featured in several magazines, including Architectural Digest and New Jersey Design.
Sherwin-Williams Sustainability Program
Sherwin-Williams has implemented "EcoVision," a company-wide mission to develop solutions that reduce environmental impact. The company is already taking steps to achieve its ongoing EcoVision, including reducing waste and conserving energy in its manufacturing facilities; minimizing fuel consumption on distribution routes, implementing recycling programs at its facilities, and pioneering the use of sustainable raw materials in some of its paint formulations. Sherwin-Williams is also partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in its SmartWay and ClimateLeaders programs. What's more, many Sherwin-Williams coatings carry the company's GreenSure designation, as well as third-party certification to recognize a lower environmental impact.
Ewing Adds Hardscape Supplies to Offerings
Landscape professionals seeking new business development opportunities can now take advantage of the products, services and education aligned with Ewing Irrigation Products' new hardscape division. Ewing now supplies a wide range of products and education programs for both experienced hardscape professionals and those new to the trade. As national