July 2014 Table of Contents

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July 2014 Volume 53, Number 7

FEATURES

MCAA Legislative Conference Wrap-Up The MCAA had another well-attended and successful Fly-In in May.

Moisture Management Draining the Rain: The latest advancements in engineered rainscreen wall systems. Air Barriers and Insulation A look at fluid-applied air and water barriers, and the science behind the product.

Air Barriers and Insulation Cavity walls are the bricks and mortar for maximizing building envelope performance.

Rentals The Continued Rise of Equipment Rental: Growth is projected through 2015, before slowing in 2016 and 2017.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

From The Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs New Products Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News

Lake Erie Brick Listing Highlights The Long-Term Value Of Well-Maintained Masonry
February 2026

A Cleveland.com “House of the Week” feature spotlights a 1932 brick home near Lake Erie with a $1.59 million asking price. For mason contractors, it is another reminder that brick exteriors can be a premium selling point, but only when the masonry is care

The Daily Digest
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Stone Cladding Panels Forecast Signals More Stone Veneer Work For US Mason Contractors
February 2026

A new IndexBox market update says demand for stone cladding panels is expected to accelerate through 2035, fueled by a broader construction upswing. For US mason contractors who install stone veneer, that points to more opportunity, but also more pressure

The Daily Digest
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New Cavity Fire Barrier Guidance Puts Masonry Wall Safety In The Spotlight
February 2026

A masonry trade group has launched a new Technical Committee and released its first guidance focused on cavity fire barriers. For mason contractors, it is a timely reminder that fire performance details in cavity wall construction deserve the same attenti

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The Practicality Behind Cavity Walls
February 2026

The construction industry tends to chase certainty. We want walls that never leak, materials that never move, and systems that behave the same in the field as they do on paper. Every generation pushes for a tighter envelope, a thinner assembly, or a smart

Technical Talks
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