January 2010 Table of Contents

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January 2010 Volume 49, Number 1

FEATURES

The Sustainability of Block The National Concrete Masonry Association reports on how making the case for the sustainability of masonry is getting a little easier. Brick: Setting an Example The Brick Industry leads the way with third-party certification in green building design and sustainability. Bricklayer’s Tools: Going Stainless Stainless-steel Hand Tools for Bricklayers		 alt

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making the Grade New Products Full Contact Project Management Business Building My Perspective MCAA Certification Calendar Classified Advertising

Fall Conversations That Set the Stage for Spring Projects
October 2026

Why early planning helps masons deliver smoother installs, stronger customer relationships and lasting results A successful masonry installation often takes shape long before the first material arrives on the jobsite. For projects slated to begin or ramp

Chad Riley
Technical Talks
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New CMHA Manual Advances Masonry Storm Shelter Design
October 2026

A new manual from the Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) provides structural guidance to help engineers, architects, and mason contractors design and build ICC 500-compliant tornado shelters using reinforced concrete masonry. Funded by the

Kristen Garman
Industry News
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Masonry Cosmetics Recommits as a Gold in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is pleased to announce that Masonry Cosmetics will recommit as a Gold Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

MAP Partner
MAP Partner
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CrewTracks Continues as a Cornerstone in 2027
October 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is delighted to share that CrewTracks will continue as a Cornerstone Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

MAP Partner
MAP Partner
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