October 2015 Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Masonry MagazineTable of Contents

October 2015

Volume 54, Number 10 FEATURES Hardscaping Case Studies Two detailed case studies outline how to tackle masonry projects from the experiences of other. Saws, Saw Blades, Hammers and Grinders Saw technology continues to improve and evolve, and masons have more choices than ever on the jobsite as we learn in this review section. Adhered Masonry Veneer An expert lends a few lessons for navigating adhered masonry veneers, which have become better engineered for performance and more attractive as a final product.  

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

From The Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs 2015 BIA Awards Masonry Technology Business Building Full Contact Project Management New Products Classified Advertising News

Chemicals In Masonry
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Mason contractors must deal with chemicals on the job site. One of the main ones comes in the form of dust. Another is acid. From high-rise commercial structures to residential facades, masonry work involves handling raw materials that require careful man

Zach Everett
Safety Library
Safety
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Brick Staining Dos and Don'ts: Managing Modern and Historic Masonry Construction
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Every mason contractor has encountered it, or will. A replacement brick arrives from a different production run. A cast stone repair patch or perhaps a darker panel stands out against the surrounding installation. Mortar color varies unexpectedly. A clea

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Technical Talks
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Gables Republic Square & Hotel ZaZa
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Gables Republic Square / Hotel ZaZa is a 24-story mixed-use boutique hotel and urban residential tower with street-level retail located on a 0.75-acre site in downtown Austin. Camarata Masonry Systems, Ltd. (CMS) was responsible for the supply and instal

Dawn Kornegay
Case Study
Brick Clay Brick Residential
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The Utah Masonry Council's Masonry Education Day
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The 2026 Masonry Education Day at Interstate Brick in West Jordan is bringing together members of Utah’s architecture, engineering, and construction community for a day focused on education, technical understanding, and workforce development. The event r

Cassie Mejia
Industry News
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