October 2009 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

October 2009 Volume 48, Number 10

FEATURES

Case Study: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job Selecting the right tool can make all the difference in staying on track with a project. Flashing and Drainage Components in Cavity Wall Construction One industry expert cuts through the clutter regarding product selection for flashing and drainage systems in cavity wall construction. State of the Industry: Cranes and Compact Equipment As we continue to measure the impact of this relentless economy on different facets of the masonry industry, Masonry talked with two experts in the cranes and compact equipment industries to gain real-time insight.		 alt

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

Color Trends Shaping Today’s Masonry Projects
July 2026

Homeowners today are coming into projects with a lot more opinions than they used to have. Between social media, home shows and contractor sites, most customers already have a look in mind before you even quote the job. For masonry contractors, having a

Chad Riley
Stone Savvy
MAP Partner
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The New Equation for Masonry Profit: Predictable Hardware and Proven Data
July 2026

The masonry industry is built on tradition, but modern growth requires a shift from guesswork to absolute certainty. When we talk about the philosophy that you cannot improve what you do not measure, we are looking at the literal minutes and manpower lost

Erin Koets Shayne Sanders
Build Smart
MAP Partner
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Owen Heimbach
July 2026

This month, the MCAA had the pleasure of speaking with SkillsUSA First Place Winner Owen Heimbach, a young mason just starting out whose enthusiasm for bricklaying is truly contagious. His passion for the craft was evident throughout our interview.

Justin Stengel
GEN NXT
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Backfill Your Foundation
July 2026

I’ve been noticing an uptick in a very specific kind of application lately, and once you see the pattern, you can’t unsee it. The résumé usually reads like a family photo album. “Started helping my dad when I was 15.” “Worked summers, then full time.” “R

Corey Adams
Building More
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