November 2015 Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Masonry MagazineTable of Contents

November 2015

Volume 54, Number 11 FEATURES Handheld Tools for Masons A look at several different handheld tools that are taking the spotlight for mason contractors who want the job done right Brick: An Old Way to a Better Tomorrow Brick remains a leading building material for delivering high performance, low maintenance, long life and a comparatively small footprint. Navigating LEED v4 for Concrete Masonry A brief description of how concrete masonry can contribute to points in LEED v4 Natural Stone A new Marble Institute of America CEU course will teach stone specification.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

From The Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs MCAA Midyear Meeting Coverage CONSTRUCT Coverage Trowel Tech Business Building Full Contact Project Management New Products Classified Advertising News

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