January/February 2009: Table of Contents

Features

Materials
The Unitized Flashing System
In masonry, the flashing job for exterior cavity walls would seem to cry out for systematization.
By Gregg Hodgson

Education
Masonry Education Spotlight
Expand your knowledge of the design, use and maintenance of masonry through a number of professional development courses.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

Rehabilitation
Boston’s Liberty Hotel
A 19th century jail becomes a 21st century model of preservation and restoration
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

Safety
Design for Safety
“Inherently safe” masonry products reduce injuries and increase profits
By David Carney, Robert Bevins and Patricia Carney

Columns & Departments

Letter from the Publisher
Letter from the Editor
Minimizing Masonry Litigation
Industry News
New Products
Masonry International

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News and Events

Bon Tool Remains a Silver Partner in 2027

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The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is pleased to announce that Bon Tool will remain as a Silver Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

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Tradesmen's Software Continues as a Gold Partner in 2027

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The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is delighted to share that Tradesmen's Software will continue as a Gold Partner in the 2027 Masonry Alliance Program.

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