Masonry Magazine February 2008 Page. 12
President's Message
Tom Daniel
President
Mason Contractors Association of America
MCAA
New Members
The Mason Contractors Association of America is proud to welcome the following new members to the Association. MCAA would like to take this opportunity to thank them for joining their fellow mason contractors nationwide in helping to build a strong masonry industry. MCAAs members look forward so a long affiliation with their firms.
New Horizons
It was a great honor for me to be installed as the new president of the MCAA in January at the annual convention in Las Vegas. There have been so many respected individuals who have done a superb job in this position. I will endeavor to work hard and maintain the integrity and leadership that the MCAA has built over the years. I also want to thank the immediate past presidents, especially President Frank Campitelli, for their mentorship in my preparation for this esteemed position. Having served many years as a senior board member and regional VP, I was involved with developing long-term goals for the association.
Our goal will be to help all mason contractors who want to become certified to do so.
For my two years in office I would like to focus on the following.
Convention
During the last year, we have made many exciting changes in the organization. We are no longer in the "show business." We have a stable schedule and have agreed to have our annual convention in conjunction with the World of Masonry for the next five years in Las Vegas. We will strive to improve the Mason Contractor show and seminar attendance.
Membership Growth
Our focus is changing to help our members, mason contractors, which, in essence, is our customer. MCAA is committed to providing programs with regards to training, education, codes and standards, legislation, OSHA, etc., to help your business prosper.
Certification
Our goal will be to help all mason contractors who want to become certified to do so. MCAA has developed this program by contractors, for contractors. It was developed not be a detriment to contractors but as an added asset for their businesses. Being certified is a recognition to show that you, as mason contractors, have taken the extra steps to be quality contractors. In many respects, it is like continuing education to show that you are keeping up with the changes in the industry.
JPA Masonry, LLC
P.O. Box 452
Mt. Pocono, Pa. 18344
Volume Classification: #A
Transcend Construction
363 6th Ave.
Brooklyn, N.Y. 11216
Volume Classification: #A
Shane Demler Masonry Inc.
8565N 6400W
P.O. Box 232
Newton, Utah 84327
Volume Classification: #B
If your company is interested in becoming a member of the
Contractors Association of America as a contracto, supp
instructor, please contact MCAA at (800) 536-2225, or comp
application at www.masoncontractors.ong
Legislation
The MCAA will continue to have an industry presence in Washington to insure we have a voice in protecting our businesses, employees and family from legislation adverse to our needs.
I look forward to the next two years and am excited about working with the MCAA staff and our board members to accomplish these goals.
I would like to ask for your support in making the entire industry a more effective and profitable environment for all of us. Feel free to contact me with your input and suggestions through our national office. IMAS
COMING NEXT ISSUE
Be sure to catch the March issue of Masonry, which will feature articles covering current trends and examine industry issues, including
NATURAL STONE
Masonry will examine the past, present and future of the natural stone industry, including the advantages of using this type of product, and options available to mason contractors and their customers.
PERSONNEL SAFETY
Jobsite safety is important on many levels, from physical protection for workers to decreased worker's comp claims. From saving the back of a worker from pulls and strains to helping ensure he keeps all his fingers, personnel safety is an issue that affects every contractor and his crew. Masonry will explore the latest in rules, regulations and safety equipment and precautions.
MIXERS, PUMPS AND DELIVERY SYSTEMS
An increasing number of mixers, pumps and delivery systems have been designed to simplify the process of getting mortar and grout from powder to placement on masonry jobsites. From residential homes to massive commercial projects, these systems offer time, money and labor savings.
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