Masonry Magazine September 2002 Page. 4

Words: Steve Saucerman
Masonry Magazine September 2002 Page. 4

Masonry Magazine September 2002 Page. 4
contents
MASONRY
Volume 41, Number 9
September 2002

features
# Arches Are In
Adobe artisans of Egypt have a saying: "If you understand the principles of the arch, you can build anything."

# Pass the Post, Please
Many contractors have overlooked post tension masonry. Let's see if we can change that with a crash course.

# Mixing Mortar for Properties
Picking the right mortar is complicated by ever changing technology. The next step is mortar by prescription.

# Trimming Stone, Cutting Costs
The newest blade technology makes the mason's job easier and less costly when cutting stone.

# General Contracting vs. Construction Management
While it is difficult to determine which is the better approach, some tips from Steve Saucerman might help you decide.

columns & departments
From the Editor
Finance Management

President's Message
Legal Advisor

Making the Grade
Marketing 101

Report from Washington
News

Letters to the Editor

New Products of Interest

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