October 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

Green Building: Initiating the Initiative in Your Business Everyone is going green. Find out how being green can affect your operation, and what it means to your company to comply with this way of doing business. 2009 MCAA Convention The 2009 MCAA Convention is only a few months away, so now is the time to learn what will be offered and how you can best take advantage of the many valuable programs, events and activities that will be available. Mortar Meets the Challenge The world of mortars is ever changing and highly technical. Masonry will give you a glimpse into the current state of the mortar industry. Power Tools That Pack a Punch Masonry will examine the latest and greatest power tools that can help make your jobsite run efficiently and effectively.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making the Grade New Products Estate Planning Full Contact Project Management My Masonry Life Story News Classified Advertising

What Does That Marking Actually Mean?: Understanding the Standards Behind Your PPE
October 2026

Walk onto almost any masonry project, and you will see a variety of markings on personal protective equipment: Z87+, Type I, Type II, Class E, ANSI, and others. We recognize many of these markings and know they are important, but understanding exactly wha

Non-Stop Scaffolding Returns as a Gold Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is delighted to share that Non-Stop Scaffolding will return as a Gold Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

PROSOCO Recommits as a Cornerstone Partner in 2027
October 2026

Crown Construction Equipment Continues as a Silver Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to announce that Crown Construction Equipment will continue as a Silver Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.