March 2009 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

March 2009 Volume 48, Number 3

FEATURES

Understanding Estimating Software A number of software companies are offering estimating software, each proposing some unique hook or added benefit.

Mix It, Pump It, Deliver It An inside look at what’s new and improved in mixers, pumps and delivery systems Be Your Plank’s Best Friend When you take care of your planks, you take care of your workers, too. 2009 MCAA Convention Coverage World of Concrete/World of Masonry 2009 Coverage		 Information about the Masonry Industry

COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS For the Record President's Message Government Affairs Making The Grade New Products My Masonry Life Story Playing It Safe Full Contact PM News Classified Advertising

MASONRY MADNESS®: Celebrating Skill, Speed, and the Next Generation of Masons
January 2026

Every January, Las Vegas becomes the heartbeat of the construction industry as thousands of professionals from across the country gather for the World of Concrete Convention. Among the countless exhibits, product showcases, and networking opportunities, o

Robert Melgaard
News and Events
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STABILA Elevates Craftsmanship Supporting SPEC MIX 500 and World of Concrete
January 2026

In the mason’s industry, where the line between “good enough” and “built to last” is often measured by how good the tools are, it’s when craftsmen are proud to hold a STABILA tool. Precision isn’t a luxury; it’s the quiet backbone of every wall, brick, an

Elsa Bueno
MAP Partner
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GEN NXT: Austin Cataldi
January 2026

This month, the MCAA had a conversation with 19-year-old Austin Cataldi, a dedicated young professional whose path to masonry was shaped by family ties and a hands-on spirit. His journey is one of finding artistic expression in the same materials he works

Justin Stengel
GEN NXT
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Outreach Outlook: Launching Into 2026 With Purpose, Innovation, and National Momentum
January 2026

Happy New Year! As classrooms reopen and a new semester begins across the country, the MCAA Outreach & Education Division is entering 2026 with renewed purpose and a clear focus. There is a unique energy that comes with the start of a new year. It is a ti

Robert Melgaard
Outreach Outlook
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