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

From Idea to Jobsite: Inside EZG’s R&D Process
May 2026

In the masonry industry, equipment is rarely developed in isolation. The most effective tools are shaped by real jobsite challenges and refined through contractor feedback. At EZG Manufacturing, research and development is a hands-on, iterative process th

Abigail Spung
MAP Partner
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Announcing The MASONRY STRONG Network™
May 2026

The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to announce the MASONRY STRONG Network, a video-first multimedia platform. This marks the next chapter for the Association’s MASONRY, the brand that has informed and connected the trade for over

Dan Kamys
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Manufactured Stone Veneer or Thin-Cut Natural Stone: Which One is Right for Your Next Project?
May 2026

Stone continues to be a go-to material in both residential and commercial construction, used for its texture, depth and ability to elevate a façade or interior space. For masons, general contractors, builders and design professionals looking for lightweig

Sarah Lograsso
MAP Partner
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Celebrating Craftsmanship and Country
May 2026

The 250th anniversary of the United States is more than a date. It is a reflection of centuries of progress, innovation, and determination. STABILA has chosen to mark this milestone with a product that mirrors those same qualities. The Patriot Series Maso

Elsa Bueno
MAP Partner
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