Roles

MASONRY COMPUTER ESTIMATING

That Does It All... in 3D!
by Tradesmen's Software

Do Faster Takeoffs!
Eliminate Mistakes!

* See the actual building being displayed in 3D as you do your take-off in either PLAN mode, PERS

Moisture Management
Air movement through exterior walls also significantly reduces their thermal performance and energy efficiency.

Differential air pressure results in air movement through the building envelope. Research and experience has

Moisture Management
(ICC) does not require the use of air barriers in building exterior walls, their use has been mandated in Canada as of 1995 [IBC adopts by reference International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) that dictates the use of vapor ret

Moisture Management

There are several issues that need to be noted regarding the application of air barriers:

Some air barrier materials also can act as weather-resistive barriers. In some cases, they can act as weather-resistive barri

Moisture Management
The WRB, flashings and the drainage system should be considered as a system of various components that work together to prevent water penetration through the exterior walls.

The IECC defines a vapor retarder as: "A vapor

HOHMANN & BARNARD
MOISTURE
DRAINAGE
SYSTEMS

HOHMANN & BARNARD'S
FLEX-FLASH EDGE
FLASHING SYSTEM

FLEX-FLASH™ is a 40-mil thick product formulated with Elvaloy Kee, and combines the best features of other types of fl

Moisture Management

Sophisticated computer modeling tools can be used to better evaluate the potential for condensation within wall assemblies, and to predict moisture accumulation.

Simple dew point analysis may not suffice. More sophi

MASONRY

Handy Products for Masons and Laborers

From hand tools to handy products, this year's offerings for mason contractors and their crews look quite promising. Although some of the designs may seem quite basic to a certain degree,

Ergodyne
St. Paul, Minn

Chill-Its Absorptive Series

Ergodyne announced the expansion of its Chill-its lines with new cooling products designed to keep workers cool, dry and productive. Several products within the Chill-its Absorpti

Legal Issues
How Court Rules Can Impact
Your Business
* Timothy R. Hughes, Esq., and
Bradley J. Hansen, Esq.
Hughes & Associates PLLC

The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) govern the process that federal courts follo

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Masonry
June 2006
www.masoncontractors.org

2006 MASONRY INDUSTRY
SLATIVE
ERENCE
TEXT AND PHOTOS BY JENNIE FARNSWORTH

For the first time ever, mason contractors, brick and block manufacturers, and stone quarriers gathered in Washington, D.C., to promote industry-friendly refo

LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE
Concerning immigration reform, Blackburn said, "I know you all want to see a comprehensive immigration bill, and we are mindful of that." She also stated that she firmly believes the only way to address all concerns would be t

MCAA Foundation of Freedom Award

During Tuesday's meetings, MCAA members and executive staff presented the MCAA Foundation of Freedom Award to Senator Mike Enzi (R-WY), chairman of the Senate Health Education Labor and Pensions Committee. This

sons. It's so closely related to

Ninety-nine percent of the as in masonry.

Mackie Bounds, owner of Brazos Masonry Inc., said some jobs require improvising during the masonry process, expert modification of materials as the projects are

Hardscaping

Allen Civic Plaza, Dee Brown Inc.

More Profit. Less Pain.

Lighter is better. Don't let a sore back get your masons and profits down. Use lightweight block and reduce fatigue, improve wall quality and increase the l