July 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

Mortars, Mixtures and Staining There is a science to staining, as explained by Russell Gray, president of Nawkaw.

Workforce Development The meaning of workforce development, and what it takes to keep our trade strong

New Technologies Solutions Through Software: Cost-cutting and overhead control via process automating processes is explained.

New Technologies Mortar Net is committed to the use of technology for conveying instructional information to customers.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS From the Editor President’s Message Government Affairs New Products Business Building Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News New Members MCAA Upcoming Education

Moisture in Masonry: A Key Concern
August 2026

As building envelopes become tighter and more performance-driven, clarity around moisture management in masonry applications is more important than ever. In masonry wall assemblies, where water penetration is expected and managed rather than eliminated, t

Revailo Upgrades to Platinum in the 2026 and 2027 MAP
August 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is thrilled to announce that Revailo will upgrade their Silver partnership to a prominent Platinum partnership for the remainder of the 2026 MAP and for the duration of the 2027 MAP.

Restoring Structural Integrity: Reinforcement in Masonry Buildings
August 2026

Masonry, as most of us in the trade know and appreciate, remains one of the most durable and time-tested structural systems in the built environment. Structures built throughout Europe and other parts of the world demonstrate that a masonry building is mo

Designing High-Performance Masonry Envelopes: Selecting the Right Air Barrier System
August 2026