June 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

Masonry MagazineJune 2008 Volume 47, Number 6

FEATURES

New and Improved: Adjustable Scaffolding A look at anything and everything new in the world of adjustable scaffolding, as well as any improvements and enhancements made to existing products, methods and safety standards.

A Revolution: Advances in Masonry Saw Blades Masonry saw blades are among the most essential and frequently used tools for mason contractors. Manufacturers continue to improve and enhance saw blades. Masonry talks with some of the industry's manufacturers about their newest products and technologies.

Using Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Correctly Masonry examines the many facets of autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC), including cost, durability, benefits as a green product, design flexibility, and resistance to pests, fire and mold. AAC's insulating abilities will be probed, along with the product's workability.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Making The Grade New Products BIA Brick Show Wrap-up CEMEX U.S. Building Awards Business Building Full Contact Project Management Classified Advertising

From Day One to Long-Term Success: Onboarding Strategies for Contractors
January 2026

The construction industry is facing one of its toughest challenges in decades. Companies are struggling to find enough skilled workers while competing to keep the ones they have. At the same time, projects are becoming more complex, deadlines are tighter,

Matt Dibara
Business Management
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Finding the Right PPE for Your Work
January 2026

When it comes to PPE, one thing’s for sure: safety isn’t one size fits all. The work you’re doing, where you’re doing it, and even what time of year it is, can all make a big difference in what gear actually works. Price, comfort, and job performance all

Greg Brown
Safety Library
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Back Injuries: The Real Cost and How to Prevent Them
January 2026

The mention of back injuries makes mason contractors cringe, and for good reason. Masons lift heavy objects every day, all day long. When a person sustains a back injury, it is serious. It affects every part of their life, from their ability to perform wo

Zach Everett
Safety Library
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Detailing for Durability: The 2026 Guide to High-Performance Stone Veneer Transitions
January 2026

Some of the most expensive failures involving manufactured stone veneer installations don’t come from the stone at all, but rather from the material transitions and flashing around it. Transitions are weak points in the overall cladding where water can fi

Jeff Tew
Technical Talks
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