October 2010 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

October 2010 Volume 49, Number 10

FEATURES

MCAA Special Report A Helping Hand in the Dominican Republic and Haiti

Going Horizontal Consider clay brick pavers for parking lots, driveways, sidewalks, patios and pedestrian concourses as far as your eye can see. Hardscaping Tools Saws and blades offer hardscaping opportunities for contractors. Hardscaping Case Studies Best practices are shared as we discuss overcoming challenges, planning and scheduling, technique and method, and products. ?? - Retaining Wall Ends Erosion ?? - Target Corporation Digs Down to go Upscale in Michigan ?? - Concrete Pavers Offer Function, Aesthetics at SMU 		june 2010

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record Letter to the Editor President's Message Government Affairs New Products Full Contact Project Management Product Spotlight Classified Advertising News

Remembering Paul Odom
December 2025

The masonry industry lost a true titan and a dedicated leader with the passing of Paul Odom. Known for his unwavering commitment to his craft and his community, Paul leaves behind a legacy defined not just by the structures he helped build.

Dan Kamys
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Managing the Modern Jobsite: How MSV Helps Crews Do More with Less in 2026
December 2025

On today’s jobsites, efficiency is becoming as essential as craftsmanship. Crews are working with fewer hands, tighter schedules, and greater pressure to deliver high-quality results without increasing costs. It’s a reality affecting everything from resid

Jeff Tew
Technical Talks
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A Free Resource for Contractors: The Block Design Collective
December 2025

The Concrete Masonry Checkoff has launched the Block Design Collective (BDC), a national resource that provides fast, reliable guidance for anyone designing or building with concrete masonry. For contractors, the benefit is straightforward: better informa

Industry News
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The Hidden Forces That Build America: Arching Action and the Tools We Trust
December 2025

Most people at World of Concrete can identify a CMU block from 50 feet away. Some can even smell Type S mortar curing from across the hall. But mention the phrase “arching action,” and you will see a surprising number of boots shift and eyes drift toward

Shayne Sanders
Technical Talks
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