December 2011 Tables of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

December 2011 Volume 50, Number 12

FEATURES

Fireplaces and Chimneys Fine particulate emissions in wood smoke are reduced through the use of EPA-Qualified fireplaces. Drainable is Sustainable Why the best waterproofing system includes a drainage plane system Scaffolding Masonry consults two scaffolding company leaders to get the scoop on the scaffolding industry.		 1111-cover

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

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There are few stereotypes more iconic than the image of a construction worker wearing a hard hat and safety glasses. Protective glasses are among the most common items worn by workers in the masonry field, second only to the hard hat. According to OSHA, w

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Safety Library
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Holding History Together: The Art of Lateral Restraint in Masonry Restoration
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The first thing you notice about an old masonry building isn’t always its beauty. Sometimes it’s the bow in a wall or the way time and the elements have tugged at the mortar joints. Every century-old structure carries its story in cracks, tilts, bows, and

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In today’s design environment, clients are surrounded by inspiration, endless images, samples, and styles that make choosing materials feel exciting and overwhelming all at once. Within that sea of options, stone carries weight. It defines first impressio

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MAP Partner
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