April 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

April 2008 Volume 47, Number 4

Masonry MagazineFEATURES

New Saws for Changing Needs Masonry saws are among the most essential and often-used tools in a mason contractor's arsenal. Although the basic design of masonry saws and handhelds has not changed much over the years, manufacturers continue to innovate in many ways. Masonry looks at the newest products and technologies.

Brick: Bold and Beautiful Not only are bricks durable, attractive, easy to maintain and cost effective, brick masonry is one of the most artistic materials in the construction industry. Masonry will talk with industry leaders and key associations regarding the importance of brick to the growing and changing world of masonry, as well as new techniques, methods and developments available.

Know Your Costs: A case study examining the creation of Tradesmen's Software Masonry presents a case study exploring the development of Tradesmen's Software. Learn from the creator's experiences as we describe what it takes to overcome technical and marketing barriers and move a product to market. The latest and greatest software and computer products will be highlighted as well.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Making The Grade New Products Hardscape North America Awards Business Building Full Contact Project Management Classified Advertising

PROSOCO Breaks New Ground With ICC‑ES Listing For Blok‑Guard and Anti‑Graffiti Products
May 2026

After years of pushing to raise the bar on third‑party verification, PROSOCO has reached another industry milestone, this time for anti‑graffiti and surface protection technologies.

Darcy Boyle
MAP Partner
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Elevating Masonry: Old Habits, Familiar Tools, and the Real Reason Masonry Contractors Aren’t Making the Switch
May 2026

Ask a masonry contractor how they run their jobsite, and the answer probably sounds familiar: paper logs, a flurry of texts, maybe a shared email thread. It works until it doesn’t. And yet, even as purpose-built field management software has become more a

Erin Koets
MAP Partner
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The Cornerstone of Craftsmanship: Nurturing Masonry Talent Through Competition
May 2026

In the evolving landscape of skilled trades, masonry stands as a testament to enduring craftsmanship and dedication. Yet, the question of how to cultivate and showcase this vital expertise remains paramount. While the bright lights of national competition

Robert Melgaard
Resources
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There’s the Typical Way to Brace a Wall. And Then There’s a Better Way.
May 2026

Wall bracing is one of the most important safety considerations on any masonry jobsite, yet it is often treated as a task that happens after the wall is built. Crews return, equipment is brought in, and time is set aside to secure walls that have already

Abigail Spung
MAP Partner
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