September 2009 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

September 2009 Volume 48, Number 9

FEATURES

The Adjustable Scaffolding Advantage Cut costs, jack up production, fit into confined spaces and work safely

The Cast Stone Dilemma Making the cream rise to the top MCAA Education and Certification Update An update on the latest education and certification efforts from MCAA Executive Director Jeff Buczkiewicz		 alt

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making The Grade New Products BIA 2009 Brick in Architecture Awards Full Contact Project Management Legal Issues News Classified Advertising

Executing Color-Driven Designs Without Compromising Craftsmanship
March 2026

On today’s jobsites, masonry contractors are being asked to do more than install manufactured stone veneer (MSV). They’re being asked to interpret design trends and execute them with precision. Homeowners arrive with curated Pinterest boards. Designers r

Jeff Tew
Technical Talks
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The Enduring Aesthetic Power of Brick
March 2026

For centuries, brick has shaped the built environment in ways that few materials can match. From the stately facades of historic campuses to the bold, contemporary forms of modern civic buildings, brick is both a foundation of architectural tradition and

Tim Leese
MAP Partner
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Expert Tips for Brick Installation
March 2026

Clay brick has long been valued for both its durability and aesthetic appeal, but achieving a clean, consistent build that will endure for a lifetime depends just as much on jobsite discipline, install strategy, and preventative moisture management as it

Allison Goley
Technical Talks
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Combining Modern Healthcare with Tribal Design: Nisqually Health & Wellness Center
March 2026

The Nisqually Health & Wellness Center is a project that the wonderful team here at Warfield Masonry completed in 2020. Built on the Nisqually Reservation (near Olympia, Washington), this project incorporates a variety of masonry materials into its tribal

Jake Sulya
Case Study
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