Roles

For both new construction and remodeling projects, the right combination of air barriers and insulation is important to the overall effectiveness of a masonry wall system.

Holcim announces that it is preparing the reorganization of Group functions in the context of the proposed merger with Lafarge.

The Boards of Directors of Holcim and Lafarge have nominated their candidates for the future Board of Directors of the combined company, subject to closing of the transaction.

Eric Olsen has been appointed as the future Chief Executive Officer of LafargeHolcim, to be in office as from the closing of the merger project.

Everyone involved in self-adhering air barrier membrane application has dealt with the decision to prime or not prime beforehand.

WBCSD released Guidelines on Quarry Rehabilitation which provides practical guidance for managing the impacts of quarrying activities and ensuring that environments are properly r

The Cement Sustainability initiative of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development and South Africa’s ACMP join forces to drive sustainable development.

Masonry examines the importance of code compliance verification when using post-installed anchors in walls constructed of fully grouted concrete masonry units.

A recent Rasmussen Poll showed that only 9 percent of Americans think the United States has the best tax system in the world. There is good reason for that harsh reality.

I never cease to enjoy Greenbuild. Two of the jurors from BrickStainable presented at the conference, as did I.

"Mentoring is a brain to pick, an ear to listen, and a push in the right direction," says American politician John C. Crosby. But a mason who mentors will want to bring tools along.

With no shortage of such challenges, this new Congress and President have an opportunity to secure our financial system and stimulate job growth.

Adam Stickney is the sixth generation in a line of bricklayers that began with James Grady when he left Ireland for Salem, Mass., in the 1850s.

The Chicago Regional SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 was a success, held on Friday, August 15 at PCI in Elburn, Illinois.

NMIA Annual Conference Wrap-up

Ending Frivolous Lawsuits, Protecting American Business