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MASONRY
March 2010 I Vol. 49, No. 03
on the cover
features
# 16 2010 MCAA Convention
This year's convention had a healthy attendance, excellent learning opportunities and successful events and competitions.
# 18 The Discriminating Plank Buyer
Industry experts discuss what to look for in a quality plank.
# 22 Quality Matters in Mixers
Mixers are no longer disposable as mason contractors demand more from manufacturers.
# 26 One-Stop Shopping for Software
Maxwell Systems helps contractors cut costs and improve control with all-in-one business management software.
Kris Chee of Maverick Masonry Inc. in El Mirage, Ariz., won the Fastest Trowel on the Block Competition at the 2010 MCAA Convention in Las Vegas. Shown (L to R) are: Tom Daniel, MCAA Past-president; Enrique Esparza, tender, Eddie Antonini, Angelus Block Co.; Kris Chee, winner, Mackie Bounds, MCAA President; Gilberto Palacios Aguero, tender, Jeff Leonard, QUIKRETE; and Tim Brennecke, Marshalltown.
columns &
departments
# 8 For The Record
# 10 President's Message
# 12 Government Affairs
# 14 Making the Grade
# 15 New Products
# 30 Full Contact PM
# 31 Classified Advertising
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