July 2010 Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Table of Contents

July 2010 Volume 49, Number 7

FEATURES

Tools of the Trade Sometimes, the simplest tool can go a long way toward saving you time and money on the jobsite.

Cleaning Equipment Pressure washers make masonry cleaning applications fast and easy.

Business Management Masonry spoke to several companies of varying size to learn what it takes to remain relevant and profitable in today’s rocky financial climate.		 july

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs New Products Masonry EXPO Awards Business Building Full Contact Project Management Classified Advertising News

The Importance of Instructor Support
April 2026

Whether you are a new or veteran masonry instructor, we all need support throughout our careers. We can never stop learning, and keeping up with ever-changing technology, materials, and installation techniques can be overwhelming alongside the everyday pr

Curtis Hoover
Resources
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Vibing Masonry #11: Innovative Concrete Masonry Technologies in Healthcare Design
April 2026

In the high-stakes environment of healthcare design, every material choice is a clinical decision. Architects, engineers, and facility administrators are tasked with creating spaces that are not only resilient and code-compliant but also conducive to heal

Steve Blye
Technical Talks
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Why Termination Bars Still Matter: A Practical Look at Long‑Term Flashing Performance
April 2026

In recent discussions across the masonry industry, I have heard termination bars described as “old school.” The implication is that with modern materials, primerless peel-and-stick flashings, advanced sealants, and structural insulated sheathing, mechanic

Linda Potter
Technical Talks
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Building Solutions: The Critical Role of Cavity Space in Masonry Moisture Control
April 2026

Long before “rainscreen” became a popular term in building science, masonry cavity walls were functioning on that very principle. A brick veneer cavity wall is designed with the expectation that water will penetrate the exterior

Linda Potter
MAP Partner
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