January 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

New Heights Mast climbers use technology to produce production tool for masons that can work for jobs of all sizes. Masonry delves into the latest features and benefits of mast climbers. In addition, we address the latest in worker safety issues and safety affects contractors and their crews.

Thin Is In Masonry examines the past, present and future of the thin stone industry, including the advantages of using this type of product, and options available to mason contractors and their customers.

Design Build Design build is an integrated delivery process through which a single source is accountable for both design and construction. Design builders take full accountability for architecture, engineering and construction, pursuing design quality while controlling costs and schedule. Learn more about how this process relates to and affects the masonry industry.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making The Grade New Products Legal Issues Business Building Full Contact Project Management Arizona Masonry Guild Architectural Awards Classified Advertising

GEN NXT: Braxton Sisk
October 2026

MCAA: How did you first get introduced to masonry and the masonry industry? Braxton Sisk: Well, so we have a technical program at our school. I just decided to go into it, and I ended up being pretty good at it, and so I decided I wanted to do that for m

Geared Up for Fall Semester
October 2026

Along with finding potential leaders in the next generation of masonry professionals, getting to work with instructors in CTE programs throughout my region offers a great sense of hope and expectation. Add to that an environment where new technologies an

EZG Manufacturing Continues as a Cornerstone Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is excited to announce that EZG Manufacturing will continue as an esteemed Cornerstone Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

Masonry Direct Renews as a Silver Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is delighted to announce that Masonry Direct is the first Silver to renew their partnership in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.