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

Case Study: Kyle Field at Texas A&M
June 2026

The $450 million redevelopment of Texas A&M’s football stadium, Kyle Field, was one of the most high-profile projects in Echelon and Amerimix history. With the renovation, Kyle Field’s capacity increased to 102,733, making it the biggest college stadium i

Case Study
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Australian Bricks vs American Bricks: What 24 Hours of Travel Teaches You About the Trade
June 2026

Bricklaying might not change simply because you cross a state line. It does change when you travel 24 hours to the other side of the world and lay bricks under lights, cameras, and a stopwatch. The fundamentals of the trade are universal. Brick, mortar,

Technical Talks
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2026 Masonry Foundation Grants Now Open
June 2026

The Masonry Foundation is dedicated to advancing the masonry industry and is accepting grant applications for 2026. Proposals should have national reach and aim to generate substantial progress within the masonry industry. To explore examples of past gra

Justin Stengel
Industry News
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Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace
June 2026

As a business owner and leader, taking the mental health of your employees seriously and understanding how it can impact their work is essential. In fact, one in five adults experiences a mental health condition annually. Addressing mental health is more

Patrick Cunningham
MAP Partner
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