May 2014 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

Flashing and Drainage Flashing, something you can see little of on a completed building, can be the difference in how a project turns out.

Minimizing Dust on the Job Power equipment manufacturers are working to help mason contractors meet OSHA requirements for silica dust elimination. Codes and Standards The Masonry Advisory Council provides a history lesson on how codes and standards are used in the masonry industry.
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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS

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

GEN NXT: Braxton Sisk
October 2026

MCAA: How did you first get introduced to masonry and the masonry industry? Braxton Sisk: Well, so we have a technical program at our school. I just decided to go into it, and I ended up being pretty good at it, and so I decided I wanted to do that for m

Geared Up for Fall Semester
October 2026

Along with finding potential leaders in the next generation of masonry professionals, getting to work with instructors in CTE programs throughout my region offers a great sense of hope and expectation. Add to that an environment where new technologies an

EZG Manufacturing Continues as a Cornerstone Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is excited to announce that EZG Manufacturing will continue as an esteemed Cornerstone Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

Masonry Direct Renews as a Silver Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is delighted to announce that Masonry Direct is the first Silver to renew their partnership in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.