January 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

Masonry MagazineJanuary 2008 Volume 47, Number 1

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

How I plan to live to 130
November 2026

While talking with one of our mechanics about the importance of changing the oil and keeping equipment greased, a thought occurred to me. These simple maintenance habits keep equipment running smoothly and help prevent breakdowns when you can least afford

Damian Lang
Contractor Tip of the Month
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The Frustration Of Firefighting
November 2026

I find it fascinating what happens when an owner or executive leader walks into a struggling project. Morale picks up. Production improves. People communicate better. Meetings get sharper. Problems that have been sitting around for two weeks suddenly get

Corey Adams
Building More
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Motivate With Money!
November 2026

I get asked about employee incentive and profit-sharing programs with every contractor I coach. Construction business owners seem to be looking for the magic bullet that will motivate their people to work harder and produce more. Some hope that providing

George Hedley
Business Building
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Manufacturer Relationships
November 2026

As a contractor, the last person I wanted to see in my office was a salesman or a sales representative. Now that I better understand being a manufacturer, I see it in a different light. As a contractor, you can control the purchasing of material, understa

Steve Fechino
Fechino Files
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