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Shown on the cover is The Crossings at Fourth and Preston, located in Charlottesville, Va. This project was an entrant in the BIA’s 2013 Brick in Architecture Awards in the Residential – Multi-Family category. It is a green building that provides temporary housing for those working to transition out of homelessness. The architect was BRW Architects, and the builder was Martin Horn Inc. Photography by Scott Smith Photography.
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The MCAA reports on the many online educational options for masons who want to continue their education and/or become a Certified Mason Contractor.
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Education for Masons A meeting of the minds spreads education for masons as we learn firsthand from Mortar Net’s Steve Fechino.
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A Crash Course in Air Barriers The Air Barrier Association of America breaks down all of the basics about air barriers.
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FROM THE E D I T O R T h e Vo i c e o f t h e M a s o n r y I n d u s t r y
MASONRY Magazine Jennifer Morrell Editor jmorrell@lionhrtpub.com
On the Forefront Since becoming editor of Masonry in 2007, I have seen our industry’s focuses shift and change – all in the direction of growth. Involved and determined mason contractors and industry leaders, along with the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA), keep ideas fresh and efforts concerted. Last year, I wrote about two strong initiatives that will help our industry: incorporating masonry into BIM software, and the Check-off Program for the block industry. I am impressed with the progress being made in these areas, and you can look for articles updating you on the strides we’ve made as the year goes on. OSHA has reared its head again regarding silica issues, and as always, the MCAA – along with our lobbying group in Washington, The Keelen Group – is on top of this situation. It’s another “big deal” to our industry that we’ll continue to inform you about. Currently, our industry is knee deep in another initiative that impresses the socks off me: education. During my last six years working with mason contractors, industry key players and the MCAA executive board, I have heard it time and again: We need continuing education as well as education to develop a future workforce. I am happy to report, we’re doing just that. You can read about these efforts on p. 14 (“A New Learning Curve”) and p. 20 (“Book Smart Masons”). I hope these articles, written by the MCAA’s Tim O’Toole and Mortar Net’s Steve Fechino, respectively, can provide you some insight into the progress we’re making. We’ve come a long way, and we have many more strides to hit. And, we will get there. ❙MAS
Official Publication of the Mason Contractors Association of America and the Canadian Masonry Contractors Association The Mason Contractors Association of America is committed to preserving and promoting the masonry industry by providing continuing education, advocating fair codes and standards, fostering a safe work environment, recruiting future manpower, and marketing the benefits of masonry materials.ion of America is committed to preserving and promoting the masonry industry by providing continuing education, advocating fair codes and standards, fostering a safe work environment, recruiting future manpower, and marketing the benefits of masonry materials. MASON CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA Chairman John Smith, Jr. Vice Chairman Mark Kemp Treasurer Mike Sutter Secretary Paul Odom Regional Vice Presidents Robert V. Barnes, Jr. Ron Bennett Steve Borman Edwin Davenport
Glenn Hotmann Douglas Nichols Michael Schmerbeck Roy Swindal Larry Vacala
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EXECUTIVE STAFF Government Affairs Representatives Director of Marketing, Education, and Information Technology Director of Training and Workforce Development Administrative Assistant Consultant
The Keelen Group Timothy W. O’Toole Terry Ruppel Ann Trownsell Rashod Johnson
EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD David Jollay (Jollay Masonry Contractors), John Chrysler (MIA), John Melander (PCA), David Hill (Pettit Construction Co.), John J. Smith (John J. Smith Masonry Co.), Brian Grant (Grant/Jack’s Masonry), Jerry Painter (Painter Masonry, Inc.), Doug Nichols (Doug Nichols Enterprises), G. Alan Griffin (Griffin Contracting, Inc.), Tom Daniel (GBC Concrete and Masonry Construction, Inc.) Executive Office 1481 Merchant Drive Algonquin, IL 60102 Phone: 224.678.9709 or 800.536.2225 Fax: 224.678.9714
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CHAIRMAN’S M E S S A G E
John Smith Chairman Mason Contractors Association of America
Many Thanks First I would like to wish each and every reader of the Masonry Magazine a healthy and prosperous New Year. With the end of this year, my term as Chairman is almost complete and quickly coming to an end. It is truly a bittersweet process. Those who have served ahead of me know of the process and mixed emotions that occur at the end. As you may or may not know, it is an eight-year commitment to serve on the Executive Board.
COMING IN FEBRUARY 2014 Be sure to catch the February 2014 issue of Masonry, which will feature articles covering current trends and examining industry issues, including:
FALL PROTECTION/SAFETY Safety has to be at the forefront of every contractor’s project on every jobsite. Masonry will look at what’s new in fall protection.
BRICK AND BLOCK Naturally sustainable with endless design options: We’ll examine the overwhelming benefits of using bricks and blocks for building.
Along the way, you make many friends and build lifelong relationships. You encounter many different personalities and different issues related to the masonry Industry. There are days that you spend the entire day working for the MCAA, and days when you see projects completed with a large amount of satisfaction. I hope that in my years of service, I have made a difference in the masonry industry. I would like to personally thank all of my officers from the last two years, along with the last Chairmen who I served. Their support has been rewarding and knowledgeable. Going into the future, the group of officers and newly elected officers will bring the MCAA to new areas. I would like to personally thank Jeff and the entire staff for their help during the last two years. The staff has endured some tough times, both with work and finances. It has been a struggle the last four years to keep the MCAA viable, with the masonry industry down due to the recession. I believe the work has
I hope that in my years of service, I have made a difference in the
masonry industry.
turned, and the masonry market will return strongly. Lastly, I would like to thank my wife, Linda, for helping me with many unpredicted issues. Linda has helped me be successful in whatever I have tried to do in life, including an Executive Officer of the MCAA. I would also like to wish the incoming Chairman, Mark Kemp, much success in his term. I am confident he will lead the MCAA to new heights. Thank you also to all the Regional Vice Presidents, Committee Chairmen, Past Chairmen and members for your help. It was an honor to serve and be your friend. ❙MAS
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GOVERNMENT A F F A I R S
Rep. Reid Ribble (R-WI)
Biennial Budgeting Bringing a slice of Wisconsin to our nation’s budget process.
For too long, Washington has stumbled from budget crisis to budget crisis. Government shutdowns, shortterm spending bills and an ad-hoc oversight process have corrupted our nation’s ability to budget effectively. Many of our problems stem from Congress consistently failing to pass an annual budget and its appropriations bills. Every year, Congress is required by law to pass a budget. Every year, Congress is also required to pass 12 different spending bills to fund the government. Congress consistently fails to complete these requirements. Since 2001, Congress has managed to enact only 8.3 percent of those spending bills on time. It gets worse in election years. In the last eight election years, Congress has failed 75 percent of the time to even pass a budget. No boss in the world would accept this work performance from his or her employees, and it’s unacceptable that Congress can’t get its work done for the American people. Recent studies have also shown that our budget process encourages agencies to develop a “use it or lose it” mentality. Agencies spend nearly 20 percent of their annual funds in the final five weeks of the year. Billions are spent unnecessarily, simply to avoid “losing” the money or giving it back to the treasury. Additionally, Congress wastes billions every year funding programs that are unnecessary and duplicative, because it simply doesn’t have enough time to properly review the government’s budget and spending activities. This is a clear failure to govern, 10
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and both parties are responsible. The American people deserve better than a broken system that creates unwanted economic uncertainty. It’s time for Washington to change its ways, and Wisconsin has the answer. In order to foster greater economic certainty and create a better functioning, more efficient federal government, Congress should switch to a biennial budgeting system like one that’s used in Wisconsin. In May, I introduced the Biennial Budgeting and Enhanced Oversight Act of 2013. Congressmen Paul Ryan, Mark Pocan, and Sean Duffy were among the first to cosponsor the legislation. All of us sit on the House Budget Committee and see the problems within our federal budget firsthand. After dozens of conversations with members of Congress on both sides of the aisle over the last few months, I am happy to say that my legislation has more than 120 bipartisan cosponsors. Wisconsin has relied on biennial budgets for decades. Historically, the Wisconsin legislature spends the first year focusing on budget and fiscal matters and uses the second year considering other types of legislation. Under Governors Thompson and Doyle in the past, and under Governor Walker today, this practice has worked for Wisconsin. Our system here at home gives state legislators the ability to conduct oversight of state programs and gives state agencies time to make sure the programs effectively work toward the purposes they serve. It could work
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biennial budgets for decades.
that way in Washington as well. Instead of forcing agencies to spend all of their time bureaucratically researching, planning and submitting budget plans for the upcoming fiscal year, biennial budgeting creates set times for departments to submit their budget plans, and dedicates the rest of the time to actually governing. And instead of encouraging agencies to use funds by year’s end, just so they don’t risk having a smaller budget the next year, agencies would have a longer time window to make effective, necessary spending decisions. We cannot allow future generations to suffer because of our fiscal failures. In order to fix our broken process, Congress should take more time to research and discuss the problems in a responsible, fact-based manner. Switching to a biennial budgeting system will give Congress much-needed time to properly understand and research federal programs and agencies to ensure taxpayer funds are spent wisely. We in Wisconsin have been doing it for decades. It’s time Washington followed our lead. ❙MAS This op-ed originally ran in the Green Bay Press-Gazette.
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Expanded 18V Lithium-Ion Tool Line Makita has an 18V lithium ion cordless tool lineup, with more than 70 tools powered by one type of 18V LXT battery that reaches a full charge in only 30 minutes. This is the latest in a growing list of industry milestones by Makita, including creation of the 18V Lithium Ion cordless tool category; the 18V slide battery mounting system; the 18V Compact (1.5Ah) Lithium Ion category; and an ENERGY STAR qualified battery charger. The year 2013 marked continued expansion with Makita 18V solutions for metalworking, concrete and woodworking; 18V and 18V X2 (36V) trimmers and blowers; and an 18V four port charger.
Pundit PL-200 Proceq has launched the next-generation Pundit instruments for non-destructive testing of concrete and other materials such as rock, wood and ceramics. The Pundit PL-200 and PL-200PE introduce the design-protected Touchscreen Unit, in addition to a comprehensive range of applications and improved measurement modes. The screen features a seven-inch color display. These rugged, portable instruments enable the units to be used in harsh environments. Pundit is an industry standard and widely recognized as the first portable commercial instrument for ultrasonic pulse velocity testing of concrete and other materials.
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A New Learning Curve How online education is changing the way contractors earn certification credits
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HEN IT COMES TO MASONRY, HANDS-ON TRAINING IS DIFFICULT TO REPLACE. But, when it comes to distance
learning, the Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is leading the charge. The MCAA offers more than 300 live and on-demand education sessions each year, with topics ranging from best practices and quality control programs to business leadership and jobsite safety. Each course is focused on making you a better contractor and improving your bottom line. “The MCAA has provided us a wonderful avenue to continue our training, so that we can deliver quality services to an ever increasingly demanding clientele,” says Brian Procter, a project manager at WASCO Inc. in Nashville, Tenn. and a Certified Mason Contractor. “We support the efforts of the MCAA to continually educate and improve the masonry industry.”
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The Live Webinar Season Pass can be purchased for only $300 ($600 for non-members). Individual webinars still will be available for purchase starting at $25 for members ($50 for non-members). Visit www.masoncontractors.org/live to purchase the 2014 Live Webinar Season Pass and view a list of upcoming webinars for 2014. MCAA Virtual University The MCAA Virtual University offers convenient online safety courses that are available on demand. Self-paced courses for “10-Hour OSHA Outreach Construction Safety” and “30Hour OSHA Outreach Construction Safety” training, fall protection, scaffold safety and much more can be accessed by you or your employees, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Nearly 30 new Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) on-demand courses have been added to the Virtual University, including “Surface Miner Training,” “Equipment Hazards,” “First Aid for Common Injuries,” “Using Personal Protective Equipment,” and “Working with Explosives.” Most MSHA courses are available to view for as little as $20. Mason contractors registered for Masonry Certification will receive credits in the safety discipline upon completion of each course. A comprehensive safety course such as the “10-Hour OSHA Outreach Construction Safety” course is required for Masonry Certification. Successful completion of this course would complete the safety discipline.
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Earn certification credit WHILE THE REQUIREMENTS to become a Certified Mason Contractor may seem daunting at first glance, achieving masonry certification actually is much easier than you may think, thanks to online education. Each webinar offered by the MCAA is geared to help mason contractors complete certification requirements. With the right motivation, a mason contractor could become certified in less than one year. The MCAA’s Masonry Certification program aims to change and revolutionize the bidding process. Becoming a Certified Mason Contractor demonstrates a company’s commitment to quality, reliability and the highest professional standards. “Our goal is to provide architects, designers, construction contractors and consumers with an easy way to select and specify professional mason contractors,” says Jeff Buczkiewicz, president and CEO of the MCAA. “Certification now gives them the tools to seek out contractors who have committed their entire firm to meet the stringent requirements of the program.” Certification requirements TO BECOME a Certified Mason Contractor, the primary individual in charge of day-to-day masonry operations, such as an owner, CEO or senior manager, will be responsible for earning credits and will take the certification exam.
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The MCAA’s Masonry Certification program aims to change and revolutionize the bidding process. The primary must earn 75.00 continuing education credits in the following six disciplines: • Quality Assurance Best Practices (16.00) • Codes and Standards (10.00) • Ethics and Business Practice (10.00) • Safety (10.00) • Bidding Practices (5.00) • Masonry Products (5.00) The remaining 19.00 hours can be obtained in any of the six disciplines. Additionally, all supervisors must attain at least 15.00 continuing education credits in any discipline. Once these requirements are met, the primary will be eligible to take the certification exam. In order to pass the exam, the primary must receive a score of 80 percent or better. Quality assurance best practices THE ONLY COURSES required for certification are the Quality Assurance Best Practices classes, replacing the Mason-
ry Quality Institute. These courses have been designed by mason contractors throughout the country who are known for specializing in the following eight areas: • Quality Assurance • Human Resources • Teaming with Other Trades • Best Masonry Processes and Practices • Sales and Marketing of Your Company • Best Business Management Practices • Best and Most Efficient Equipment Practices • Engineered Masonry Each module is two hours in length. At the beginning of the course, each participant will be given an outline to fill in as the course is being taught. At the conclusion of the course, the outline will serve as a template for a company quality assurance plan. The first three courses – “Quality Assurance for Masonry,” “Human Resources for Masons” and “Job Site Scheduling” – will be unveiled during the 2014 MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete/World of Masonry in Las Vegas. All eight modules also will be offered online for the first time as live webinars begin in mid- to late-2014. Maintaining certification CERTIFICATION must be renewed every three years. The renewal process is relatively simple. The primary in the firm must have a total of 45.00 continuing education course credits within the three-year period. Supervisors in the firm must have an additional 15.00 hours during the same three-year period. At the conclusion of the 2014 Live Webinar Season, mason contractors and their supervisors will have been able to earn more than 75.00 credits to complete the Codes and Standards, Ethics and Business Practices, Bidding Practices and Masonry Products disciplines. Stand out from the crowd THERE ARE CURRENTLY Certified Mason Contractors in more than 40 states, many of whom relied on online education to complete their requirements. “The reason I had my company, Artisan Masonry Inc., get certified is that I felt it would differentiate our company from our competition, and in this economy we need every advantage we can get,” says Robert Gladu, company owner. “I truly believe this certification program will benefit all mason contractors’ bottom lines.” Visit the MCAA online at www.masoncontractors.org/certification to register to become a Certified Mason Contractor, and view a full list of upcoming education offered in your area and courses available online. ❙MAS Tim O’Toole is director of marketing, education and information technology for the MCAA. He has a master’s in business administration from Webster University and has worked in the masonry industry since 2003.
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as new products, equipment and designs create the need for updated training for our apprentices and journeymen. The National Center for Continuing Education and Research (NCCER) has been on the forefront of the educational update since 1989, when it published the first series of masonry textbooks for the training of secondary and post-secondary students. NCCER is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) education foundation created to fill the need for standardized masonry curriculum. NCCER is recognized by the construction industry, covering more than 70 different disciplines as the training, assessment, certification and career development standard for the craft professional.
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NCCER stays current with industry practices. The masonry manual was revised in 1998 and 2004. The latest revision for Level 1 occurred in November 2013, with Level 2 to be completed in May 2014 and Level 3 to be released in late-2014. The masonry curriculum encompasses more than just how to lay bricks and blocks. It goes into detail how to read blueprints; layout; beginning an estimate; introductory and advanced laying techniques; residential and commercial construction practices; grouting and reinforcing walls; metal work associated with the trade; moisture control; crew leader skills; and masonry repair and restoration techniques. Participation in the revision for Level 1, 2 and 3 volumes has spanned the last 1.5 years, whereby the subject matter experts meet in cities across the country for a week each time to cover, discuss and revise the text. The goal is for the text to be as universal as possible for the standardization of the trade terms and methods that will be used for years to come, by both apprentices and tradesmen in the field. The team that has contributed all of this time consists of many familiar faces within the industry: • Dennis Neal, Florida Masonry Apprentice & Educational Foundation • Bryan Light, Brick Industry Association • Moroni Mejia, Arizona Masonry Contractors Association • John Foley, M.A. Mortenson Co./Rocky Mountain Masonry Institute • Steven Fechino, Mortar Net Solutions • Todd Hartsell, Central Cabarrus High School • Robert V. (Buddie) Barnes Jr., Dee Brown Inc. • David Masterson, Dee Brown Inc. • Jeff Buczkiewicz, Mason Contractors Association of America • Kenneth Cook, Pyramid Masonry Contractors • Lawrence Johnson, Skyline High School • Merritt “Bud” Johnson, Samuel High School The “Masonry Trainee Guide” has many blocks of information that can be useful to even the most seasoned mason contractor. A brief overview of the information contained within each chapter is as follows: • Blueprints – basics for the beginner learning to read a set of residential or commercial drawings. Allows the student to recognize and calculate areas, understand basic specifications and learn how to read a mason’s rule. • Layout – provides the student the ability to convert the engineering decimals to feet and inches, correctly layout 90-degree corners, operate a builder’s level and other automated leveling devices, properly record site data, and perform distance measurements across long, uneven distances. • Estimating – these concepts are found in several levels of the text, and information ranges from www.masonrymagazine.com
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understanding basic terminology and abbreviations; understanding basic details; and estimating procedures for determining quantities for bricks, blocks, mortar and metal accessories. Introductory Laying Techniques Advanced Laying Techniques – teaches the student how to understand the basic structural principals of a wall and fundamentals for different types of walls. Control joints, expansion joints, reinforcement and bonding techniques are discussed. Arches and arch layout are discussed in this module for the more advanced student. Residential Module – includes information on building steps and chimneys as well as many of the requirements for residential construction. Commercial High Rise Construction Practices – describes the different equipment associated with multi-story construction. Safety equipment is covered as well as safety procedures associated with this specialized craft. Safe material handling and high-rise lifting hand signals are diagramed for a quick understanding and reference for the student. Grouting and Reinforcing Walls – covers typical ingredients and properties of grout, different grouts used in various applications, admixtures, and methods for placement of rodded, low-lift and high-lift grout. Metal work associated with the trade – an important module as it covers non-masonry laying skills that are important to the advancement of a mason. Installation The Voice of the Masonry Industry
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of lintels, shelf angles and the different functions are reviewed. Setting of hollow metal door frames, embedded items, anchors, fasteners and vertical reinforcement are described in this module. • Moisture Control and Bracing – discusses the requirements for flashings at masonry openings, Total Flash installed and ready to do its job installation techniques for material The masonry trade is different today than it was when most placement around windows and doors, intersecting of us began with a shovel and a wheelbarrow. I personally had wall construction, and bracing requirements and mentors teach me many of the useful tasks that allowed my bracing methods. interest to grow and my living to be made in this trade. • Crew Leader Skills – presented for the mason who The NCCER has developed a textbook that can offer the needs the exposure to the organization and structure student a wealth of information and provide an accredited proof this industry. This module will show the planning gram that is nationally accepted as a standard for the industry. and scheduling of a project, while sharing an The NCCER Level 1, 2 and 3 manuals are accurate and up-tounderstanding of communication, motivation, date sources of information that can benefit the most seasoned leadership skills and jobsite safety awareness. contractor or school instructors with the desire to develop • Repair and Restoration Module – discusses how to masonry professionals. ❙MAS evaluate masonry deterioration, how to understand basic causes for the failures and repair techniques, the Steve Fechino is engineering and construction manager for Mortar Net Solutions. He can be reached at correction of efflorescence and faulty mortar joints, sfechino@mortarnet.com. and repair procedures for rebuilding fireplaces.
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AIR BARRIERS ARE MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS IN TWO STANDARDS AND TWO CODES (ASHRAE 90.12010, ASHRAE 189.1-11, 2012 IECC and 2012 IgCC). These codes and standards have become building or energy code requirements in a minimum of 12 states in the U.S. In Canada, air barrier systems are a requirement of the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) and the National Energy Codes for Buildings, and have been adopted by the provinces and territories. Design professionals have worked hard and have come a long way to ensure air barriers are designed continuously across the entire building. The different types of air barrier materials and their technologies have greatly increased in the last 20 years, giving Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA)-Certified Air Barrier Installers options for many different materials with which to work. Due to the nature of air barrier materials, masonry preparation is extremely critical to ensuring the material is installed properly. Continuous air barrier prevents moisture laden air from penetrating the backup wall
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Benefits of air barriers BY DESIGNING AND INSTALLING a proper air barrier assembly, the building design and construction team will reduce conditioned air loss, saving energy during the life of the building. By installing a properly designed air barrier assembly, you reduce the chances for building enclosure failures as there will be fewer opportunities for air leakage causing condensation in the building enclosure. The air barrier assists the water resistive barrier in keeping bulk water that has made it was passed the cladding from entering the building enclosure. By reducing air leakage and associated drafts, occupants are more comfortable. Air barrier continuity AIR BARRIERS are important in buildings, and architects need to be diligent when designing them. Factors such as the ambient environment and the building use need to be considered during the design phase. Engineers need to ensure they have considered the strength and durability of each kind of material, based on loads of the building. It is critical that air barriers are designed continuously on all six sides of the building, ensuring penetrations are transitioned and sealed with all materials being installed in a shingle fashion down the wall. The most common areas where continuity is critical and can be a major source of air leakage are at the wall-to-roof connection, and wall-to-window and wall-to-door openings. Air barrier contractors need to ensure that the air barrier is installed continuously and, if there are questions, they should clarify the detail with the design professional. Who is installing air barriers? WE SEE ALL TYPES of trades joining the ABAA to become accredited contractors to work on our projects, including masons, insulation contractors, waterproofing contractors, drywall contractors, roofing contractors and cladding contractors. We see many masons getting accredited and completing a number of ABAA projects. ABAA-certified air barrier installers are the best in the business, since they have the experience and the training that only ABAA can deliver to its clients.
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Vapor Retarder/Barrier Building Products Strong Man Building Products Corp., a manufacturer of nettings and tarps for debris and weather enclosures, is expanding its product line with the addition of VaporBlock. The vapor retarder/barrier products are manufactured by Raven Industries and meet or exceed ASTM E-1745 requirements for water vapor retarders used in contact with soil or granular fill under concrete slabs. VaporBlock is available through all Strong Man distributers. The building products supplier will offer VaporBlock in the 10, 15 and Plus-20 formulas, as well as the productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accessories. VaporBlock sets a high standard for vapor retarders/barriers. The product is manufactured from high-grade raw materials that are consistent in quality, unlike common construction grades of four-, six- or 10-mil. polyethylene that are produced with a high percentage of â&#x20AC;&#x153;postconsumerâ&#x20AC;? recycled materials that cause inconsistencies in physical strength and permeability. In addition, the productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high puncture resistance and tensile strength provide attributes vital in a vapor retarder/barrier. For more information, visit www.StrongMan.com.
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a strong nucleus of expertise and experience to facilitate postrecession growth. DeQuoy continues, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We had to take some tough decisions in the past few years, like everybody else, but what is extremely important for Hydro-Mobile is that we managed to keep our management team intact and in AGF we found an investment partner who had faith in our team. These will be critical success factors as we move forward. Hydro-Mobile is extremely proud of its association with the masonry industry and we look forward to meeting up with many old friends in Las Vegas.â&#x20AC;? Hydro-Mobile sees the importance of giving back to the industry, and DeQuoy explaines the ethos: â&#x20AC;&#x153;In addition to providing strong support for the SAIA and taking an active role in the ANSI committees for mast climbers and transport platforms, Hydro-Mobile has recently become a member of IPAF, with the intention of providing comprehensive industry and manufacturer training throughout its international and domestic markets. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This represents a major commitment to increasing quality and training levels within the industry,â&#x20AC;? he continues. â&#x20AC;&#x153;A manufacturer whose name is synonymous with contributing to improvements for the industry in which it operates maintains www.masonrymagazine.com
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Hydro-Mobile has become a member of IPAF, with the intention of providing industry and manufacturer training. a high level of credibility. Additionally, our distributor network is enthusiastic about the challenge ahead, and it’s been extremely gratifying to work with committed, professional mast climber people who want to raise the bar.” A new addition THE COMPANY RECENTLY announced that Kevin O’Shea has joined the team as director of safety and training. O’Shea is chairman of the SAIA Mast Climber Committee, member of both the A92.9 and A92.10 ANSI committees, and a key member of the SAIA/OSHA Alliance team. He is known around the world as an industry expert and is the recipient of a number
MT Series Premiere Telescopic Handlers Manitou Americas Inc., a rough-terrain material-handling equipment company, has released its MT Series Premiere Telescopic Handlers to the North American market. The MT Series Premiere Telescopic Handlers bring comfort and safety to the jobsite. Four models – MT 1440, MT 1840, MT 1840 A, and MT 1840 H – offer premium features, like the JSM “Switch and Move” joystick, multi-function display, and a spacious cab. Front stabilizers are standard. Other features include transmission options; 360degree visibility; a spacious, ergonomic cab; and compact size. For more information, visit www.manitou.com.
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SafeTower Mobile Scaffold for All Heights The SafeTower mobile scaffold with the QuiXSafe meets the growing need for safe working at all heights. The QuiXSafe is a system with a retractable, ergonomic brace that enables the mobile scaffold to be assembled from the inside, out. That makes it safer to assemble than conventional scaffolds. In addition, the integrated ladder system provides access and freedom of movement between levels. And, the closed, flat design of the brace clamps keeps them from falling over and causing damage. With the QuiXSafe, diagonal braces are a thing of the past. No matter the desired work height, four horizontal braces are all you need. By integrating stairs into the vertical frame, XSPlatforms makes moving between levels safe and fast. The SafeTower is TüV certified and exceeds safety standard EN 1004:2005. The mobile scaffold provides greater stability with fewer parts. It delivers on the XSPlatforms quality guarantee. Besides offering an immediate safety solution that prevents falls from height, the SafeTower also guarantees safety in the long term, by preventing physical overexertion. SafeTower prevents physical strain through its simplified assembly method and integrated ladder. For more information, visit www.safescaffold.com.
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MagnaShear Motor Brakes for Cranes The MagnaShear motor brake from Force Control Industries uses oil shear technology, providing long service life, even in applications like the frequent start/stop cycles seen on cranes, hoists, winches, and other overhead material handling equipment. The oil shear technology transmits torque between lubricated surfaces, thereby eliminating wear on friction surfaces. A patented fluid recirculation system dissipates heat, which eliminates heat build-up – the most common problem in dry braking systems. Elimination of the wear increases service life and eliminates adjustment, which also elongates maintenance intervals. An anodizing plant cut preventative maintenance by two hours per week and eliminated $8,000 in annual parts expenditures by switching from dry brakes to MagnaShear motor brakes, says Force Control. They are ideal for applications where the motor is reversed each cycle such as cranes, winches and hoists as well as loader/unloader conveyors, rail car spotters and dumpers, ship and rail car loading conveyors, trippers and pallet return conveyors. The oil shear technology also provides a smooth, cushioned stop that reduces shock to the drive system, further extending service life of downstream components. The totally enclosed MagnaShear brakes are impervious to moisture, dirt and dust common in concrete block plants as well as asphalt shingle manufacturing, coal, bulk materials handling and forest products manufacturing.
How oil shear works Unlike dry brakes, oil shear technology includes a layer of automatic transmission fluid between the brake disc and the drive plate. As the fluid is compressed, the fluid molecules shear, imparting torque to the other side. This torque transmission causes the stationary surface to turn, bringing it up to the same relative speed as the moving surface. Since most of the work is done by the fluid particles in shear, wear is virtually eliminated. Elimination of wear also eliminates the need for adjustments. In addition to transmitting torque, a fluid recirculation system helps to dissipate heat.
Motor sizes The motor brakes are available to accommodate a wide range of applications. Spring set torque ratings from three to 1,250 foot-pounds are available. MagnaShear motor brakes can be sized to the correct torque, independent of the motor frame size or horsepower. MagnaShear motor brakes feature quick-mount features for quick and easy mounting to drive motors in NEMA frame sizes 56 to 449. They are shipped ready to install, with no assembly or adjustments required, and are available pre-mounted on a motor for severe duty applications. MagnaShear motor brakes can be furnished to fit a NEMA or IEC frame motor, as a complete motor and brake assembly, or to mount on a machine frame or other special mounting configuration. The motor brakes are totally enclosed from outside contaminants, with seal integrity for harsh and washdown environments. A modular design/assembly allows for ease of servicing and maintenance. For additional information, visit www.forcecontrol.com.
ageing, or cannibalized, or improperly serviced and inspected, or all three. “Additionally,” he continues, “many experienced industry personnel have been lost in the last few years, and it’s imperative for equipment owners that the use, installation and dismantle, and maintenance is carried out by properly qualified staff. Hydro-Mobile is absolutely committed to working with its customers and distributors to provide support in these areas. What our distributors do and how they do it reflects on us, so it’s vital that we work to maintain the consistency and quality of our distributor network.” The company places great emphasis on highlighting the local support provided through its distribution network, and Hydro-Mobile hopes that a comprehensive approach will appeal to potential customers and new distributors. The company also will be highlighting its new website, which will be introduced in early-2014, featuring enhanced access and assistance for customers and distributors. ❙MAS For more information, visit www.HydroMobile.com. Visit Hydro-Mobile during World of Concrete at booth N1523.
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By Lucien Canton
Leading in Crisis:
The Four Traps of Decision Making During the second day’s fighting at Gettysburg on July 2, 1863, Colonel Strong Vincent, a brigade commander in the Army of the Potomac, learned from a passing courier that the Union left flank was undefended and that the Confederates were advancing on Little Round Top. Seizing this position would allow the Confederates to fire on the entire Union line, forcing the retreat of Union forces, opening the road to Washington. Recognizing the tactical significance of the position, Vincent, without waiting for orders, moved his brigade into a blocking position. What followed was one of the most dramatic and pivotal engagements of the war, one that decided the battle of Gettysburg and most probably the war. Though Vincent fell in the battle, his ability to recognize the crisis, to make critical decisions under pressure, and to deploy his resources inspired his brigade to hold the vital position on the Little Round Top. Leadership in crisis is, ultimately, about decision making. Other critical steps such as recognizing and isolating the crisis prepare you to make decisions, while the deployment of resources are based on the decisions made by the leader. The pivotal point in any crisis is the making of the decision about how one will deal with the crisis. Unfortunately, without recognizing the four traps of decision making, it is too easy to make the wrong decision. Trap No. 1: Maintaining the status quo
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sion. Unfortunately, this is the default mode for many decision makers. Trap No. 2: Taking the easy way out
Assuming that there are consequences for inaction, the next consideration is whether there is a risk in taking action. If there is no perceived risk in taking a specific action, there is really no need to make a decision or to consider alternative courses of action. Trap No. 3: Giving up
When available courses of action all carry risks, the tendency is to search for a better solution. The trap here is that it if there is a perception that no low-risk solutions are available, the decision maker may become fatalistic or apathetic, exhibit behaviors such as ignoring or selective interpreting information, or attempt to pass the responsibility for decision making to someone else. Trap No. 4: Running out the clock
Hesitation is not uncommon among decision makers in a crisis. Information is incomplete or contradictory, and there is usually little time to wait for better solutions. This is the fourth trap of decision making: continuing to seek for solutions rather than deciding on the best available alternative, even if it carries considerable risk. Under heavy time constraints, this can even lead to panic and bad decision making. So how does one avoid the four traps of decision making in a crisis? The first step is recognizing that these four traps exist and understanding that they are heavily influenced by time and the availability of good information. Failing to see the risks of inaction or accepting low-risk actions are both linked to a failure to recognize that a crisis is occurring and to put it into the context of
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the potential impact on your organization. This, in turn, is usually the result of failing to take the time to gather and assess information related to the crisis. Consider, for example, the classic case study on supply chain management involving Nokia and Ericsson in 2000. The crisis was precipitated by a fire in the clean room of the manufacturer of the chips used in each company’s phones. Nokia recognized and reacted to the potential crisis; Ericsson did not. The resulting losses cost Ericsson millions in lost revenue and market share, and put the company into a financial crisis that lasted almost five years. Understanding the nature of the crisis also can help avoid the bad decisions caused when considering high-risk alternatives. Knowing how much time you have to make a decision and the potential availability of alternative actions are precious commodities in a crisis. Time allows you to weigh risks versus alternatives or consult with advisors and subject matter experts. Knowing you have limited time can help you to focus on what you know and bring clarity of thought. The hardest part of managing in crisis is having the willingness to accept responsibility for decisions made with limited information in too short a time, and the courage to follow through on those decisions without second-guessing yourself. It’s what makes a leader truly effective in a crisis. ❙MAS Lucien G. Canton, CEM, is a consultant specializing in preparing managers to lead better in crisis by understanding the human factors often overlooked in crisis planning. He is the author of the best-selling “Emergency Management: Concepts and Strategies for Effective Programs.” For more information, visit www.luciencanton.com, or email Info@luciencanton.com.
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By George Hedley
Stop Giving Money Away Every dollar counts, and every penny wasted is precious. Losing small change on your construction projects can add up to thousands of dollars at the end of the year. So, what are you to do? Maximizing profit must be a top priority, right along with getting your projects completed on-time. Setting aside a little time to focus on increasing your net profit will boost your bottom line and allow you to make a lot more money. When you’re too busy working on the jobs, scheduling crews, or carrying out work tasks, you don’t take or have enough time to focus on finances, financial tools, and strategies that can help you hit your goals. Consider implementing these two proven strategies to maximize your bottom line and grow your bank balance. Accurate general conditions General conditions in construction include the onsite administration, supervision, temporary facilities, temporary protection, and soft costs required to get your projects built. Estimating accurate general conditions for projects can be a simple task, when the estimator is accountable to get it right. Most estimators use unit prices that are rarely checked against the actual final job costs. For example, creating a budget for temporary toilets seems easy. An eight-month job should cost 8 x $100 per month = $800. But, when the field superintendent sees there are 40 men on the job, more than one toilet and more than one servicing a week are required. This might increase the actual job cost by as much as $200 per month. These extra costs will add up to lots of lost cash. The estimator’s No. 1 job is to calculate an accurate estimate of what it will cost to build each project. After every job, 42
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he must look at the actual job costs to see if he miscalculated or under-estimated any of the project line items. Before pricing every job, the estimator should get with the project manager, field superintendent or foreman to determine what will be required to run the project he currently is bidding. Charge for all the changes on change orders Change orders are written documents amending the original contract agreement between parties memorializing an additional or changed scope, price, time, schedule, terms or work item on a construction project. Most often, they require additional money for the additional work required by the change. As contractors, if you had $10 for every extra work item your company, project manager, field superintendent or foreman did without a signed change order before the work was performed, could you have retired several years ago? When your customer asks for extra work, why is it so hard to get it in writing? Everyone knows the contract requires signatures on change orders prior to starting extra work. But when you postpone getting a formal approval for extra work until days, weeks or months after the event occurred, you have no leverage with your customer. Your customer is in a great position to offer a reduced, discounted price with you; change his mind; or decide the additional work wasn’t really extra and should have been included in the original contract. To avoid this problem, present a complete cost breakdown for every proposed change order your customer requests in advance of starting the work. Don’t shortchange your company by not asking for everything you deserve. I
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see most change order requests presented as labor, materials and hard costs, plus a markup without extra required soft costs for the many items listed above. If your company does $5 million in annual sales, of which $250,000 is performed as change orders or on a cost-plus basis, not charging for everything you spend can cost you as much as $25,000 or more per year in lost revenue or net profit for things that you actually had to pay for. Making money is not easy in construction. Look for every advantage you have to boost your net profit margin. Take the time to implement these tools and send me an email of the other tools you use to increase your net numbers. Email GH@HardhatPresentations.com to get your copy of “Project Management Forms For Contractors.” ❙MAS George Hedley works with contractors, entrepreneurs and business owners to build profitable growing companies. As a construction company owner, he has built more than 500 projects valued at more than $500 million and was name Construction Entrepreneur of the Year. He is a leading construction business expert, professional business coach, popular professional speaker, best-selling author of “Get Your Business To Work!” and presenter at his Hardhat BIZSCHOOL online university. To find out how George can help your company, signup for his e-newsletter, be part of a group BIZCOACH program, or join a peer mastermind BIZGROUP, visit his websites: www.HardhatPresentations.com or www.HardhatBIZSCHOOL.com, or email GH@HardhatPresentations.com. George Hedley, HARDHAT Presentations 800-851-8553
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F U L L C O N TA CT P R O J E C T M A N A G E M E N T
By “Coach” Gary Micheloni
Mandela-Style Leadership:
A Model for Contractors “There is no passion to be found playing small – in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.”
My plan all along was to use the January column as a look into 2014. After all, it is that time of year, and people traditionally put the current year onto some kind of a back-burner or an old file cabinet to think about the New Year. But crashing into my thought processes as I began writing this column was the death of Nelson Mandela. Truth be told, I am not at all a fan of his early politics, but I can’t help but be a huge admirer of him, particularly in his later life. It is an amazing thing that a conservative such as I would find value in some of the philosophies held by this icon of “humanitarian nobility.” And yet, the quotations and thoughts from Mandela fit nicely into laying out our plans for the coming year. More important, these thoughts and philosophies remained a part of Nelson Mandela once he was released from prison, after 27 years. He never once sought vengeance. In fact, at his presidential inauguration, among his invited guests were his jailers from Robbens Prison. “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.” - Nelson Mandela
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I’ve been a long-time writer for Masonry Magazine, but my messages of the last few years have all been about the idea of hanging in there, persevering through this economy, etc. People disagree on exactly when the construction industry went into its current death spiral – probably somewhere near late2007. Regardless, I have long been hopeful of a turnaround in the fortunes of everyone. That hasn’t happened yet. We could complain that the last six or seven years might not have been good, but it hasn’t Nelson Mandela wax figure at Madamme Toussaud's museum in been 27 years, has it? London, UK. Talking the other day down and got back up again.” with a friend of mine named Richard, - Nelson Mandela he told me that the company he founded had suffered a hostile Sure, it’s still scary out there. Maybe takeover. He was out, and that now he you feel more like the bull’s eye on a is doing something entirely different target than a mason contractor. The at age 75. He’s excited about it and the great thing is that we’re not in this prospects it has. What I love about alone. We have the MCAA, which Richard is that he got up. By getting embraces the goals of free-market capup, it reminds me that it is possible for italism, along with the integrity, me and others to get up. Richard’s resolve and the stick-to-it attitude necreaction and attitude would have essary to win as entrepreneurs providmade Mandela proud. ing a much-needed service. A key to winning in 2014 is having the resolve “Do not judge me by my successes, to help yourself, plus networking with judge me by how many times I fell
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Lesson From the Great Recession: organizations that can help you achieve these goals. As you look at the New Year upon you, what are your plans for prosperity and growing your business? Will you continue to do only the same old things, or will you consider other ways of helping your business? What I find effective is using “leadgeneration websites,” geared toward automatically getting your phone to ring. These work for me. Maybe you’ve got some other ideas. I’d encourage you to test them. “Difficulties break some men but make others.” - Nelson Mandela in a letter to his wife, written from prison Scary times call for bold plans. Well into Mandela’s prison stay, the bitterness and hatred had left him. He saw a big picture. For him, it was a free South Africa, and the passion, strength and courage it would take to pursue it and end Apartheid – a bold plan. “I learnt that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.” - Nelson Mandela
May God bless you this coming year with all of the tools, energy and commitment required to accomplish your goals, and may your goals be big enough to be worthy of your efforts. Here’s to a great 2014! ❙MAS Gary Micheloni is a construction company marketer, working project manager, speaker, author, consultant and coach. Copyright 2014 Gary Micheloni
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Working for Narrow Profit Margins Can Cause a Business to Fail CONTRACTOR TIP OF THE MONTH Throughout the years of business, we have all made mistakes. Just like when I get together with friends, and one of us makes a mistake. Something happens, like throwing an eight-inch block in the back of your truck when there is a spade shovel laying in there, and you pay the price coming from the shovel handle to your head. During those times, one of my friends (we call him Rat) always asks, “Did you learn anything?” Well, since most of us have taken a pretty good beating during the Great Recession, I would like to ask the same question, “Did you learn anything?” One thing the Great Recession taught us is that the companies that were working on narrow margins when the economy was good were quickly working at a loss when the economy got tight. This caused several low-margin bidders to close their doors. The economy remains like a new born elk: A calf’s first stand is all wobbly and unsteady. This isn’t over yet, as some contractors are still playing the same low-margin game expecting to get different results. It won’t happen. Speaking of elk, I just got back from an elk hunting trip in New Mexico with four friends, including two doctors, one lawyer who is now a judge, an accountant who has three offices with hundreds of clients, and me. Sounds like the beginning of good joke, doesn’t it? This is no joke. Over a few drinks and a Texas Hold’em game, we were discussing how hard it is to make a living these days. I thought only contractors had hard times. One of the doctors explained how potential lawsuits had driven up the costs of liability insurance to the point that he decided to sell his local practice and go to work for a hospital, where they were under an umbrella. The other doctor, who is a surgeon, explained how a knee surgery that paid $4,000 20 years ago must be done for around $1,200 today. It reminded me of the masonry trade and how we are laying block per piece today cheaper than we could get to lay them 20 years ago. He said he was lucky he does not have to work for those slim margins as if he could not get a fair price to do the work, he had saved up enough that he could retire if he wanted. Then, the accountant chirped in and said, “You know, it is unbelievable how all businesses are just hanging on for dear life. They work on such slim margins that they are all just one bad deal from going bankrupt!” I told him I could resonate with that as my bonding agent used to tell me when I would ask for a bigger bond than he wanted to write, that contractors are all just one bad job away from going out of business. The interesting thing of the conversation at hunting camp was that all my friends had gone through pricing pressures and tough times in their industries, and they all made changes accordingly. Both doctors went to work at hospitals, the attorney ran and became a judge, and the accountant went to different cities to find a different clientele than he could get in our local town. All are prospering today, due to the courage they had to make those changes. Statistics show that more contractors go out of business when the economy is coming back than during the recession. That’s due to the cash requirements it takes to fund future projects. Instead of taking on low-margin/high-risk business, like my friends, don’t be afraid to make a change. If you do less volume on low-risk/high-margin business, you save the risk of running out of cash in the process. There will be a time when opportunity presents itself, and you can grow again. In most areas of the country, pricing pressures do not allow us to take on extra work right now. Next month, we will talk about building your treasure chest for when your company goes through a rough stretch. Stay tuned! Damian Lang owns and operates four companies in Ohio. He is the inventor of the Grout Hog - Grout Delivery System, Mud Hog mortar mixers, Hog Leg wall-bracing system and several other labor-saving devices used in the masonry industry. He is the author of the book called “RACE—Rewarding And Challenging Employees for Profits in Masonry.” He writes for Masonry Magazine each month and consults with many of the leading mason contractors in the country. For information on how Damian can help make your jobsite more profitable using his equipment and systems, email him at dlang@langmasonry.com or call 740-749-3512. All rights reserved, © 2014 Damian Lang, President of Lang Masonry Contractors, Inc., and EZ Grout Corp.
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Mortar Net’s Johnson Named 2014 IEEE Fellow Gary R. Johnson, president of Mortar Net Solutions Inc. in Burns Harbor, Ind., and former chairman, president and CEO of Sawyer Research Products Inc. (now Sawyer Technical Materials) in Eastlake, Gary R. Johnson Ohio, has been named an IEEE Fellow by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, effective Jan. 1, 2014. Johnson is being recognized for “leadership in growth and manufacturing processes of quartz.” His research team created products and processes that improved the performance of many everyday electronic products relying on precise timekeeping and frequency control, such as mobile telephones, computing hardware, global positioning system enabled systems, and sensors for advanced inertial control systems. The IEEE Grade of Fellow is conferred by the IEEE Board of Directors
upon a person with an outstanding record of accomplishments in any of the IEEE fields of interest. The total number selected in any one year cannot exceed 1/10th of 1 percent of the total voting membership. IEEE Fellow is the highest grade of membership and is recognized by the technical community as an honor and important career achievement.
MCA St. Louis 2014-2015 Board The Mason Contractors Association of St. Louis announced election results for the 2014-2015 Board. Thomas L. McDonnell, president of George McDonnell and Sons Tuckpointing Co., was elected president of the association. McDonnell’s company was established in 1933 and has performed caulking on such area projects as the Busch Stadium, Metro Link Garage and SSM St. Clare Hospital. Other officers elected are Richard K. Swanson, Swanson Masonry Inc., as VP; John J. Jahnsen, Jahnsen Masonry Construction Inc., as secretary; and Martin Heck Jr., Martin Heck Brick Contracting Co., as treasurer.
LATICRETE Raises Money for TCAA Scholarships, CTEF Education LATICRETE, a manufacturer of installation and finishing systems for the building industry, says a joint auction of 12 commissioned industry mosaic artists’ pieces with the Tile Contractors Association of America (TCAA), Ceramic Tile Distributor’s Association (CTDA), and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) raised nearly $7,000 at Total Solutions Plus (TSP) 2013 in November. Held in conjunction with the 10th anniversary of LATICRETE SPECTRALOCK Grout product line, 100 percent of the proceeds from the auction were donated to the TCAA scholarship fund and Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) educational efforts LATICRETE participated in several other events related to the show’s “Partners in Progress” theme. LATICRETE was one of 75 manufacturers to display in the table top exhibition. The company held a “state of the industry” breakfast for its customers and distributors to give them the opportunity to ask LATICRETE staff questions and learn more about the company’s outlook for the industry in the upcoming year.
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MCA St. Louis 2014-2015 Board (L-R) Luke Siebert, Jeff Schmidt, Rick Frisch Jr., John Smith Jr., Brian Smith, Gary Beirith, Dan Dwyer, Brad Grant, Marty Heck Jr., John Jahnsen, Rick Swanson and Tom McDonnell. Not pictured: Brian Grant, Ken Westhoff.
Trustees elected are Gary Beirith, Beirith Masonry; Daniel Dwyer, E.C. Landers Brickwork Inc.; Bradley C. Grant, Grant Contracting Co. Inc.; Luke Siebert, Heitkamp Masonry Inc.; and Brian Smith, John J. Smith Masonry Co. Arbitration Board members are Richard F. Frisch Jr., Frisch Masonry Inc.; Brian J. Grant, Grant Contracting Co. Inc.; Jeffrey D. Schmidt, JDS Masonry Inc.; John J. Smith Jr., John J. Smith Masonry Co.; and Kenneth Westhoff, Leonard Masonry Inc.
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Report Highlights the Importance of Building Codes The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a report entitled “Including Building Codes in the National Flood Insurance Program,” which discusses the feasibility of including model building codes in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The study will be used by Congress to consider whether to make adoption and enforcement of model building codes mandatory for communities participating in the NFIP program. “The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) supports the adoption of strong, uniform building codes throughout the country to increase the resilience of our communities and the safety of our homes and businesses,” says Julie Rochman, IBHS president and CEO. The DHS report includes a number of very strong statements about the importance and cost effectiveness of building codes including the major finding that “the overall impacts of including building codes as part of NFIP would be positive in helping to reduce physical losses
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The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is proud to welcome the following new members to the Association. The MCAA would like to thank them for joining their fellow mason contractors nationwide in helping to build a strong and successful masonry industry.
for January 2014 Crossland High School Orlean,VA 410-533-3949 Instructor Member
Ed Prager & Sons, Inc. Waukesha, WI 262-542-7392 Contractor Member
FleetMatics Rolling Meadows, IL 866-844-2235 www.fleetmatics.com National Associate Member
Hale County Center for Technology Eutaw, AL 205-372-0592 Instructor Member
Jenlee Enterprises Browmansville, NY 716-892-3761 Contractor Member
Whit’s Construction Services Cayce, SC 803-363-6616 Instructor Member
Discover the many benefits your company is missing by not becoming a member of the MCAA. Call 800-536-2225 or visit www.masoncontractors.org/join to join the MCAA today. Together, we are stronger.
and other hazard losses, which in turn positively affect land use planning and the regulatory climate.” Together with IBHS and other private sector partners, DHS will work to engage homeowners, builders and contractors in communities at high risk for certain natural disasters to take proactive steps to The Voice of the Masonry Industry
IN D U S T RY N E W S MCAA Certification enhance the resilience of the homes in their communities. DHS is currently accepting applications from builders, contractors and homeowners to participate in the Resilience STAR Home Pilot Project at www.disastersafety.org/resilience-star. The deadline for submitting applications is Jan. 17, 2014.
Spider Trains in Atlanta, Promotes Leon as District Sales Rep Spider, a division of SafeWorks, recently conducted customized Competent Person Training and User Training for nearly 100 workers to prepare them for work on a new nuclear plant in Georgia. Spider’s Competent Person Training is designed to meet OSHA standards and provides classroom and hands-on suspended scaffold operations training on hazard awareness and mitigation, fall protection, basic rigging techniques and achieving mitigation of site risks. Successful completion of the program allows the employer to deem an individual competent to use suspended scaffolding equipment. As Spider’s certified trainer and member of Spider Systems Group, Steve Cabral led 18 employees of a customer through this program at the nuclear facility during the course of two full days. In addition, more than 70 employees of the same customer completed the twohour User Training, also led by Cabral, to familiarize them with the safe operation of the powered access equipment to be used on site. For more information, visit www.spiderstaging.com/training.aspx. Spider has promoted Steve Leon to district sales pepresentative of its Las Vegas operation center. In this role, Leon is responsible for solving the suspended scaffolding and fall protection challenges of contractors and facility owners throughout western Nevada, eastern New Mexico, southern Utah, and Arizona. Steve has spent the last year generating leads as Spider’s inside sales representative. Prior, he spent six years in various sales roles in the realty and insurance industries. ❙MAS 50
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The following is the MCAA’s education calendar for certification:
Jan. 19-20
Jan. 20
Masonry Foreman Development Course
Train-the-Trainer: Construction Forklifts
Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Ethics & Business Practices
Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Safety Credits: 4
Credits: 16
Jan. 20 Jan. 20 7 Steps to Effective Problem Solving Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Ethics & Business Practices
Use Financial Metrics to Build Your Business Like a Winning Baseball Team Location: Las Vegas Discipline: General Credits: 3
Credits: 1.5
Jan. 20 Jan. 20 Getting to Know Your Financial Statements Like the Back of Your Hand Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Ethics & Business Practices
Using Technology and Your Website to Increase Leads, Sales & the Customer Experience Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Ethics and Business Practices Credits: 1.5
Credits: 1.5
Jan. 20 Jan. 20 Human Resources for Masons Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Quality Assurance Best Practices
Waterproofing Product Types and Systems Location: Las Vegas Discipline: General Credits: 1.5
Credits: 2
ONLINE Jan. 20 Job Site Scheduling
Brick: Efflorescence, Stains and Cleaning
Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Quality Assurance Best Practices
Discipline: Masonry Products
Credits: 3
ONLINE
Jan. 20
Brick: Properties, Shapes and Sizes
Managing and Motivating Your People by Personality
Credits: 1.5
Discipline: Masonry Products Credits: 3
Location: Las Vegas Discipline: General
ONLINE
Credits: 3
Brick: Veneer Wall Systems Discipline: Masonry Products
Jan. 20
Credits: 1.5
Quality Assurance for Masonry Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Quality Assurance Best Practices
ONLINE
Credits: 2
Discipline: Safety
MCAA Safety Forum - Avoiding Complacency Credits: .025
Jan. 20 The Key to Profitability— Understanding Breakeven, Markup & Margin
ONLINE
Location: Las Vegas Discipline: Ethics and Business Practices
Discipline: Masonry Products
Best Practices for Masonry Stone Veneer Products Credits: 1
Credits: 1.5
Online classes available at www.masoncontractors.org. We now offer Masonry Live Education Webinars on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. CST. For more information or to register for any of these programs, please go to http://certification.masoncontractors.org/education/index.php
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