November 2010 Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Table of Contents

November 2010 Volume 49, Number 11

FEATURES

Indiana Limestone How and why calcium carbonate, deposited over millions of years as marine fossils decomposed at the bottom of the sea, play a role in American architecture

Levels and Measuring A showcase reviewing just a few of the measuring and leveling products that are available to our industry today

Green Masonry Innovative, new products that enhance the traditional beauty and durability of masonry, while creating sustainable solutions for the building professional

 november 2010

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

Masonry Repair and Retrofit: Materials and Systems for Long-Term Performance
May 2026

Masonry has defined architecture for centuries, prized for its strength, durability, and timeless aesthetic appeal. From historic sites to modern designs, masonry buildings are durable and visually distinctive. However, exposure to moisture, freeze-thaw c

David Biggs
Technical Talks
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Rethinking Shelf Angle Design for High-Performance Masonry Walls
May 2026

If you've been around masonry construction long enough, you know the shelf angle is one of those details that’s easy to take for granted. It’s been used the same way for decades, set it at the slab edge, support the veneer, move on. But as building requir

Erica Oliveraz
MAP Partner
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When Schedules Tighten, Experience Shows
May 2026

In construction, schedules rarely open up; they tighten. Weather delays, trade coordination, and last-minute scope changes all add pressure, even on jobs that were planned down to the minute. When that happens, experienced masons don’t start cutting corne

Jeff Tew
MAP Partner
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Shelf Angles and Their Impact on Wall Performance
May 2026

Shelf angles have long been a standard component in masonry construction. Installed at the slab edge, they provide support for brick veneer and are often treated as a routine detail. However, as building performance requirements evolve, particularly aroun

Erica Oliveraz
MAP Partner
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