January 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

January 2012 Volume 51, Number 1

FEATURES

Education & Certifications Why continuing education matters, and how it can benefit your company Air Barriers New Breed: The latest air barrier technology helps mason contractors get bigger slices of project pies. Mast Climbers, Cranes and Telehandlers Hydro Mobile has launched two Used Hydro Certified Specialists to specialize in the refurbishing, maintenance, repair, re-certification and trade-in of used Hydro Mobile units. Scaffolding Tight Job Sites: Six pros talk about tight sites and cut-up jobs.		 1111-cover

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President’s Message Government Affairs New Products Business Building Finance Legal Issues Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News MCAA Upcoming Education

From Idea to Jobsite: Inside EZG’s R&D Process
May 2026

In the masonry industry, equipment is rarely developed in isolation. The most effective tools are shaped by real jobsite challenges and refined through contractor feedback. At EZG Manufacturing, research and development is a hands-on, iterative process th

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Announcing The MASONRY STRONG Network™
May 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to announce the MASONRY STRONG Network, a video-first multimedia platform. This marks the next chapter for the Association’s MASONRY, the brand that has informed and connected the trade for over

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Manufactured Stone Veneer or Thin-Cut Natural Stone: Which One is Right for Your Next Project?
May 2026

Stone continues to be a go-to material in both residential and commercial construction, used for its texture, depth and ability to elevate a façade or interior space. For masons, general contractors, builders and design professionals looking for lightweig

Sarah Lograsso
MAP Partner
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Celebrating Craftsmanship and Country
May 2026

The 250th anniversary of the United States is more than a date. It is a reflection of centuries of progress, innovation, and determination. STABILA has chosen to mark this milestone with a product that mirrors those same qualities. The Patriot Series Maso

Elsa Bueno
MAP Partner
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