Spherical Block LLC: New Ways to Build with Masonry
September 2024

Spherical Block LLC is launching a revolution in advanced masonry technology. Roofs are made as arches and domes from concrete block, using efficient methods of assembly and green materials to make beautiful masonry structures. The company’s new products

Fechino Files: Reinforcing Bar
June 2024

I still like doing projects that are new to me. Learning as I go still has that pressure that makes “making sure you have it right” more fun than if I have done something 100 times.

An Inside Look at Hobbs Masonry’s Journey to BIM
July 2022

An Inside Look at Hobbs Masonry’s Journey to BIM

The Fechino Files: A Proactive Plan for Supply Chain Woes
September 2021

The Fechino Files: A Proactive Plan for Supply Chain Woes

GEN NXT: Sadat Gutierrez
June 2021

GEN NXT: Sadat Gutierrez

GEN NXT: Max Berry
May 2020

GEN NXT: Max Berry

Painter's Corner: Being Right with Masonry
October 2019

Painter's Corner: Being Right with Masonry

Spotlight: Vertical Rebar Positioners
April 2012

Wire-Bond's Mike Ripley outlines proper technique for vertical rebar positioners

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute: Use Inch-Pound Markings
November 2011

 

A 25-month phase-in period to re-tool finish roll inventory to marking system

Design For Safety
January 2009

The masonry trade, particularly for block masons, is physically demanding and often dangerous. Workplace injuries take a toll on workers, timelines and overall profitability.

Side Story: Product Watch - CoreLock by Wire-Bond to the Rescue
December 2007

Wire-Bond, manufacturer of masonry wall reinforcing, anchors and accessories, recently introduced the CoreLock series of rebar positioners. The CoreLock Rebar Positioner fits inside the wall reinforcing and down into the CMU core. This recess of 1 1/4-in

Masonry Magazine August 2000 Page. 26
August 2000

Eliminate Most of the Rebar and Grout From Your Masonry Walls

"I used the Sure-Stress System on a project last year and was very happy with the results. The savings in labor cost was quite extensive. I intend to use this system on one and two-s

Masonry Magazine December 1999 Page. 28
December 1999

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Hand held electric/hydraulic rebar cutter $1695 if purchased at SHOW, confirmed 30 days

Mixers and Generators 10% discount on all orders placed at the SHOW

Hand held hydr

Masonry Magazine December 1999 Page. 45
December 1999

Construction Waste Recycling

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that recycles asphalt exclusively, and it is estimated that more than 150 million tons are recycled.

Concrete Recycled both from the foundations of homes and from highway and

Masonry Magazine April 1994 Page. 42
April 1994

METRICATION
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physical change in size. Others might only be relabeled with metric dimensions. Common items to undergo physical changes include sheet goods, such as gypsum board and plywood, which must be made in metric

Masonry Magazine April 1993 Page. 46
April 1993

SURETIES OFFER CREDIT

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The surety will want to know a great deal about the contractor's banking relationship, Peterson said, including information on its credit line, the basis (secured or unsecured), usage and cu