Rick N Swanson


Roles


SWANSON MASONRY (105972)


Employee - 1980- Current

Swanson Masonry, Inc, is a full service commercial masonry contractor, specializing in Brick, Block and Stone masonry. Swanson Masonry, Inc.’s, masons are the best in the industry, which shows in our percentage of repeat bus...


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June 2009



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June 2009

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MCAA members can now enjoy savings of up to 26% off select FedEx® services.* Enroll today and start enjoying your special savings on FedEx shipping to help put your business a few steps ahead of the com

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June 2009

FAQS
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Adjustable Scaffolding

2,800 brick! Don't try this at home!

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1314 Hoadley Street
Shreveport, LA 71104
Phone: 1-800-845-0845
Fax: 1-318-222-0707

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June 2009


Article 1: Introduction to Quantum Computing

Quantum computing is a revolutionary field that leverages the principles of quantum mechanics to perform complex calculations. Unlike classical computers that store information as bits represent

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June 2009

TOOLS FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Technical Assistance
The Mason Contractors Association of America provides technical support and assistance to mason contractors - a valuable resource that can save you time and money. Contractors can submit their t

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June 2009



FROM MONDAY, APRIL 20, THROUGH WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, A GROUP COMPRISED OF 20 MCAA MEMBERS AND SOME OF OUR NCMA AND BSI COLLEAGUES joined our federal government affairs team at The Keelen Group to descend on Capitol Hill. We presented our legisl

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June 2009

LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE

Finally, staff members informed us that the climate-change debate will begin to move forward in the upcoming months. The proposed cap-and-trade provisions could have severe consequences on energy prices and impact any ind

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June 2009

We never "dog" it

You'll never catch the Mason Contractors Association of America laying down on the job. We're always the first to take a bite out of issues that affect your future as a mason contractor. Whether it's a new code and standard or

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June 2009

Photo courtesy of Craig Christensen, Sparklewash Construction Services

Three Keys to Successful Masonry Cleaning

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Photo courtesy of Craig Christensen Spark Conso

BY GARY HENRY

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June 2009

Product Watch

Sioux Dakota II Series
Beresford, S.D.-based Sioux Corporation's Dakota II Series hot-water pressure washers and steam cleaners provide application specific, industrial cleaning solutions. The products feature rugged, steel f

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June 2009


Case Study Masonry Cleaning in Action

By Randy Weil and Rick Swanson

Swanson Masonry Inc. is a well-established, award-winning masonry company in St. Louis, Mo. Six years ago, the company faced a tough decision when issues with a

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May 2009

How difficult is it to re-brand a company?

If it's done right, it's like clockwork. Lafarge is currently rolling out new eco-friendly packaging for its entire family of cement products in the United States and Canada. The look of the new bags w

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May 2009

2009 MTV Awards

MIW EXCELLENCE IN MASONRY AWARD WINNERS ANNOUNCED

The Masonry Institute of Washington (MIW) announced the winners for its Excellence in Masonry awards program. This year, the statewide competition featured more than 70

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May 2009

COACH GARY SAYS:
"Take the initiative in 2009. Don't wait for problems to come to you; head them off. Anticipate them. Deal with them."

What's the chance you'll actually add profitable sales revenue to your company this year? With all the e

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May 2009

Downtime Costs

During downtime associated with just one injury, money is spent that doesn't need to be if safety stays the priority, even if times are lean.

Worker's Comp Costs

Insurance companies are in business to make mone

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May 2009

Cranes are used worldwide in the construction, manufacturing and transportation industries wherever the safe lifting and moving of loads is required. The progressive introduction of new International Standards and the regular review of existing ones will