November 2010 Table of Contents

Words: Dan Kamys

Table of Contents

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

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

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MCAA Upstate New York: Regaining Market Share Through Education
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GEN NXT: Luis Sontay
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The Wall
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There is a story around Huntley Brothers that some of our guys simply call “The Wall.” I’ve told it enough times over the years that when I start telling it to one of our younger guys, I can see a few of the older ones rolling their eyes. They’ve heard i