Masonry Magazine August 2016 Page. 8
Karen D. Hickey, Editor -karen@lionhrtpub.com
Excellence in Masonry
There's always something big hap�sented their awards of excellence for pening in the masonry industry. outstanding projects for 2016, while the
In June, the 52nd annual SkillsUSA AIA Montana,AIA Nebraska (sponsored National Leadership and Skills Con�by the Nebraska Masonry Alliance), and ference in Louisville, Ky., featured a the Arizona MasonryGuild are currently masonry competition. Gold, silver and judging entries. The 2016 BrickinArchi�bronze awards were bestowed at both tecture Awards Competition has also re�secondary and post-secondary levels. leased the names ofits winning projects.
Regional qualifiers for the SPEC To my knowledge, two 2016 Excel�MIX BRICKLAYER 500� have lence in Masonry Awards programs are started taking place and will continue still open for entries: through October, in preparation for � Masonry Institute ofWashington, the World Championship at World deadline:Aug.5. of Concrete/World of Masonry in � Ohio Masonry Association, Las Vegas on Jan. 18, 2017. deadline: Nov. 30.
Training programs for both students and journeymen masons are Even the Masonry Contractors offered year-round. Check with your Australia Ltd. is accepting entries until
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states masonry contractors assoc1a1:ton Aug. 1 for its "Excellence in Brick and or the MCAA for the next webinar or Blocklaying Awards" -proof that
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sernmar near you. programslike this aren't limited to North
Though not without its challenges, America and that excellence in masonry the masonry industry is indeed "alive is being recognized around the world. and well" (see the Special Report on If you would like Masonry magazine page 46), and it's progressing. to help promote your organization's
Masonry-related organizations in events, seminars or awards programs, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, Texas, email me at karen@lionhrtpub.com. Utah and Wisconsin have already pre-Let's spread the word! IMAS
COMING IN SEPTEMBER 2016
Be sure to catch the September 2016 issue of Masonry, which will feature articles covering current trends and examining industry issues, including:
FLASHING AND DRAINAGE
Learn about various flashing and drainage materials, and getting the installation correct at the start.
CONNECTORS, ANCHORS AND FASTENERS
Masonry will reveal the latest products in this field, including software applications to help get the job done right, plus a case study on saving a crumbling masonry structure.
SAFETY ON THE JOBSITE
How do you check your equipment and jobsite to make sure safety precautions are in place before you being work? This and much more will be covered.
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