February 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

FEATURES

Manufactured Thin Brick Choosing manufactured stone thin bricks for your siding needs

Block Case Study Fremont Tactical Training Facility

Bricklayers’ Tools Manufacturers continue to invent and improve upon a host of fantastic tools for every situation.

Environmental Attributes of Bricks When it comes to durability and maintenance, a clay brick wall is hard to beat

Laths and Stone Regarding lath integrity, you may not get what you expect.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President’s Message Government Affairs New Products Best Practices Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News MCAA Upcoming Education

2025 Masonry Milestones
March 2026

Take a look back at 2025 to see the MCAA’s biggest achievements and most memorable events!

MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 38 Recap: Bob Thomas, CEO of the CMHA
March 2026

On this episode of the MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Justin got to talk with Bob Thomas about his vision with CMHA, how he sees it growing, and where he thinks this industry is heading in the future.

The 2026 MCAA Annual Online Auction
March 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America is thrilled to announce the 2026 Annual Online Auction, the masonry industry’s premier event for scoring the best equipment at a fraction of costs. Whether you are looking to expand your equipment stockpile or

Brickworks Supply Centers Invite Masons to Register for New “Masons First” Program to Transform Transactional Relationships into Indispensable Partnerships.
March 2026