Masonry Magazine June 2009 Page. 19

Words: Rick Swanson, Tim Hughes, Randy Weil, Gary Henry, Craig Firl
Masonry Magazine June 2009 Page. 19

Masonry Magazine June 2009 Page. 19
TOOLS FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Technical Assistance
The Mason Contractors Association of America provides technical support and assistance to mason contractors - a valuable resource that can save you time and money. Contractors can submit their technical questions to the MCAA via the Masonry Mailbag on our website, www.masoncontractors.org. Each week questions are selected and answered on the website.

FREE Hot & Cold Weather Masonry Guide
Visit www.masoncontractors.org/hotandcold today to request your FREE copy of the Hot & Cold Weather Masonry Construction guide. You don't have to join and there are no fees. Simply tell us where to send the book and the guide will be yours for FREE! Visit www.masoncontractors.org/hotandcold today to receive your FREE copy!

Masonry Books & Resources
The MCAA offers several resources that will help you on the job including the Masonry Wallbracing Design Handbook and the Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction, important materials that all contractors should have. View a full list of available items and place your orders at www.masoncontractors.org.

Masonry Wallbracing Design Handbook
Item: D2211
MCAA Members: $45.00
Non-members: $65.00

Standard Practice for Bracing Masonry Walls Under Construction
Item: D2210
MCAA Members: $25.00
Non-members: $50.00

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