June 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

June 2012 Volume 51, Number 6

FEATURES

To Rent, or Not to Rent? Now that the busy season is upon us, contractors nationwide are deciding whether to rent or to buy.

Growing Workers in Pennsylvania Workforce development is key to increasing masonry market share.

Rules for Flashing New flashing fabrics, membranes and composites give masonry contractors better options.

Pressure and Masonry Cleaning Relaying some lessons learned from professional cleaners

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS From the Editor President’s Message Government Affairs New Products MCAA Legislative Conference 2012 Eye on Safety Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News New Members MCAA Upcoming Education

Westlake Royal Building Products™ Expands Partnership with Boise Cascade® for Cedar Renditions™ and Versetta Stone® Distribution

Westlake Royal Building Products™ (“Westlake Royal”), a Westlake company (NYSE:WLK), today announced an expanded partnership with Boise Cascade®, a leading manufacturer and distributor of building materials throughout North America. Strengthening Westl

By: Kriss SwintSophia Possidente
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Four Different Types of Natural Stone Used For Masonry

Natural stone has been a staple in masonry for centuries. Before it was used to transform home and landscape designs on residential properties, it was used for historical buildings and some of the most iconic destinations in the world.

By: Noah Dempsey
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Advice to the Beginners

The best advice I could give anyone that is starting a career in masonry is that first and foremost, you must "know" yourself. What do you like to do? What would you like in a working environment? Do you like to be outside? Do you enjoy physical activity

By: Dan Hiltebeitel
About: Featured
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Masonry Safety Inspections

The look of confusion and utter loss on people’s faces when I tell them that I’m a safety inspector for a masonry company is often hilarious.

By: Justus Everett
About: Safety
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