November 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

11-08-coverNovember 2008

Volume 47, Number 11

FEATURES

School Days Education and training for masonry professionals

The Skinny on Scaffolding New scaffolding products offer time and money savings, and safety.

Hot Trends in Fireplaces Fireplaces and chimneys provide opportunities for growth and profit.

2009 MCAA Convention This year's convention will be a mix of learning and fun.

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making The Grade New Products Playing it Safe Business Building IMI's New Products Expo BIA Awards Industry News Classified Advertising
Rent or Buy? Making Smarter Mixer Equipment Decisions
November 2026

For masonry contractors, deciding whether to rent or purchase a concrete or mortar mixer involves more than comparing rental rates with purchase prices. Equipment availability, crew productivity, maintenance, and frequency of use can all influence the lon

Abigail Spung Allyssa Costanza
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Bonding with Masonry 2026: Q4
November 2026

This issue’s questions come from an Engineer and a Masonry Inspector. What questions do you have? Send them to info@masonrymagazine.com, attention: Technical Talk. Q. An Engineer states that he attended a seminar and was told that to design reinforced

David Biggs
Technical Talks
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Acme Brick Company Continues as a Gold Partner in 2027
November 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to announce that Acme Brick Company will continue as a Gold Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

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Hohmann & Barnard, Inc. Returns as a Cornerstone Partner in 2027
November 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is thrilled to announce that Hohmann & Barnard, Inc. will return as a Cornerstone Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

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