December 2008 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

December 2008 Volume 47, Number 12

FEATURES

An Inside Look at Scaffolding Accessories Products that help masons work safer, faster and stay OSHA compliant

Flashing and Drainage Masonry breaks down the basics of today's flashing and drainage products, new technologies and effective methods of installation.

Parts and Service: Mast Climbers Parts and service for mast climbers makes economic sense.

Affordable, Deductible 'YEEPs' Could a year-end equipment purchase help you?

 ??Information about the Masonry Industry

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making The Grade New Products My Masonry Life Story Legal Issues Full Contact Project Management Masonry Association of Florida Awards

Four Home Design Trends Driving Masonry Demand in 2026
July 2026

As design trends continue to evolve, one theme remains consistent throughout 2026: homeowners want spaces that feel intentional, comfortable and enduring. According to Westlake Royal Building Products’ TrendLine platform, today's most influential trends e

Sarah Lograsso
MAP Partner
Sponsored
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The Modern Masonry Saw: Safety, Efficiency, and Smarter Cutting
July 2026

Masonry is a craft built on precision, strength, and durability. At the heart of every successful masonry project is one essential tool: the masonry saw. As technology evolves, so does the role of the saw on the jobsite. Today’s contractors are not just l

Bryant Figueroa
Technical Talks
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Getting the Finish Right on Burnished CMU
July 2026

The wall is complete. The lines are crisp. The coursing is tight, and the burnished CMU delivers exactly the refined appearance the design team envisioned. After weeks of coordination and careful installation, the project is final

Technical Talks
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Argo Community High School Performing Arts Center
July 2026

Argo Community High School is located in Summit, Illinois, just southwest of Chicago’s Midway Airport. In 2016, the Argo Community High School Board of Education and the school’s administration undertook the construction of a new performing

John Cicciarelli
Case Study
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