Welcome to the second installment of our “Vibing Masonry” series on the benefits and functionality of masonry in modern construction, with a focus on its environmental and sustainability advantages. The Environmental Case for Masonry Masonry is a sustain

A series of large-scale tests were recently concluded in the SEESL Laboratory at the University at Buffalo. The tests are part of a five-year project funded by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The goal of the project is to improve the e

The Benefits of Technology in the Masonry Industry

Seismic Resilience of Masonry

Cost Savings & Availability Make Concrete Masonry Ideal for Demanding Building Applications

A Look At Detroit Medical Center's Sinai-Grace Hospital

Michigan-Made Detroit-Built Little Caesars Arena

ProtectiFlex Masonry Up To The Challenge

Translation: Charla Técnica

Something That Really Matters: Bill Coulbourne and Storm Shelter Design

Translation: Painter's Corner

Understanding How The Masonry Code TMS 402/602 Affects Masonry Contractors

ASTM has published a new Product Category Rule (PCR) for clay brick products. This significant milestone allows for development of North American EPDs for clay brick products, including brick, pavers and structural clay tile.

SCAFFOLD PLANK
LAMINATED OR SOLID SAWN

KUHNER FUNERAL HOME
When Al Kuhner made the decision to move and expand his funeral home business to a historic home in his town, he was required to not only transform the home, but also create a

PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
John Smith
President
Mason Contractors Association of America

Stay Involved
This is an exciting time in our country. As we grind through our everyday activities and complain about being busy, there are many

Masonry walls

Masonry walls tied to concrete columns: Typically dovetail anchor slots are cast into the concrete column, and anchors are installed into the masonry walls. Channel Slot Systems or various two-piece systems can be used on columns