November 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

Air Barriers: Impermeable or Permeable? Architects and engineers are faced with the challenge of selecting an air barrier from the many types available. Masonry reports.

Green Building A case study focuses on how blended cements aid in sustainable design and construction.

Natural Stone Learn how Indiana limestone is restored on buildings and structures that have been damaged by age, neglect and use.

Patching: Extending the life of masonry Understanding the products available for patching lets you make better selections for each condition.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS From the Editor Chairman’s Message Government Affairs New Products MCAA Midyear Meeting Wrap-up Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News New Members MCAA Upcoming Education

Masonry in the Media: Casa Azul, Chapultepec Castle, & More
June 2026

A film’s settings can take viewers to new locations, all from the comfort of their own home. It immerses them in the scenes, whether they take place in an opera house in Brazil or a grand mansion in Mexico City. Explore how these Latin American masonry ma

Chairman’s Message: When Things Don’t Go as Planned
June 2026

Not every day in this business goes the way we planned. Some days, everything lines up. The crew is moving well. Materials are on time. The job is flowing the way you hoped it would. And then there are the other days. The ones where something breaks. T

Marvelous Masonry: Borobudur
June 2026

For masonry contractors and suppliers, few structures offer as much practical insight as Borobudur. Built in the 9th century in Central Java, this massive stone monument remains as one of the most advanced examples of large-scale masonry construction ever

Wrapping Up Our Year And A Look Ahead
June 2026

It is amazing another year has gone by and what a year it has been. We have seen a lot of progress on so many fronts. All of this happens specifically due to the support of our members. Your support this past year is positioning our industry to make huge