June 2013 Table of Contents

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FEATURES

MCAA Legislative Conference Members of the MCAA converged on Washington, D.C., to let their voices on industry issues be heard. Flashing and Drainage Managing Quality on Your Projects: the importance of “finding your guy” Codes and Standards It is important that all construction professionals understand the appropriate applications of codes, standards and reports. Cleaning Case Studies: Four accounts of what it takes to build a first-class masonry cleaning operation
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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS From The Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs New Products Business Building Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News New Members MCAA Upcoming Education

Wall Ties and Anchors: What’s the Difference?
October 2026

The terms wall tie, veneer tie, and anchor are often used interchangeably throughout the masonry industry, but each term has a distinct meaning. To help clarify the terminology, the latest edition of the TMS 402/602-22, Building Code Requirements and Spec

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

QUIKspray Recommits as a Silver Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is excited to announce that QUIKspray has renewed their Silver partnership in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

Revailo Returns as a Platinum Partner in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is thrilled to announce that Revailo is returning as a Platinum Partner for the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.