Steven S Fechino

Engineering Construction manger with mortar net solutions and I have a column with the MCAA Masonry Magazine.

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Mortar Net Solutions


Employee - 1980- Current

Division of Keene Building Products. Moisture management for masonry...


MCAA Workforce Development Committee


Member

The Workforce Development Committee has jurisdiction over all MCAA related mason recruiting and training programs. Included in this committee's responsibilities is the marketing of the Masonry Career Days and other recruiting...


Fechino Files: Masonry Square

I hope this article finds you finally cooled down from this hot summer. Everywhere I went felt hot and sticky, well, except for Bozeman, MT. When you are in Bozeman, everything is cool. I have been working as a laborer, sawman, brick washer, and bricklaye

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Fechino Files: Welding

As a masonry contractor, welding typically falls into two categories: fabrication or repair. Fabrication is when our certified welders make structural connections on the job site, and repairs are just that—fixing one of the hundred things that break every

Fechino Files: Welding

As a masonry contractor, welding typically falls into two categories: fabrication or repair. Fabrication is when our certified welders make structural connections on the job site, and repairs are just that; when we have to fix one of the hundred things th

Fechino Files: Types of Diesel

Fuels in our business are an expensive part of operating equipment. I am sure most of us have calculated daily usage and know what fuel we use in each piece of equipment. For example, do you use off-road diesel, kerosene, number one, or number two diesel?

Fechino Files: Because I'm an Old Guy

I have had the fortune to work in several areas of masonry over the years and have seen a few things change. I am writing this for the older folks who have been around because, simply, I hope someone will enjoy it. I first got into the agriculture trade i

Fechino Files: Applicants and Sponsors

It is the time of year when summer gets crazy, and time off, schedules, and deadlines can make for some really stressful days. However, the Masonry Apprentice Scholarship is the opposite of stress—it is just a cool way of supporting younger folks who want

Fechino Files: Reinforcing Bar

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.

Fechino Files: Covering Your Work, Materials, and Other Lessons I Learned the Hard Way

Fechino Files: Covering Your Work, Materials, and Other Lessons I Learned the Hard Way

Fechino Files: February 2024

Fechino Files: February 2024

Fechino Files: Happy New Year to You!

Fechino Files: Happy New Year to You!

Fechino Files: Equipment Oil Testing and Why It Is Important

Fechino Files: Equipment Oil Testing and Why It Is Important

Fechino Files: Hydrofluoric Acid

Fechino Files: Hydrofluoric Acid

Fechino Files: Hydrochloric Acid

Fechino Files: Hydrochloric Acid

Fechino Files: Understanding Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries

Fechino Files: Understanding Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Batteries

Fechino Files: Surface Energy As It Relates To Masonry

Fechino Files: Surface Energy As It Relates To Masonry

Fechino Files: Radon

Fechino Files: Radon

Fechino Files: The Mortar Net Solutions Masonry Apprentice Scholarship

Fechino Files: The Mortar Net Solutions Masonry Apprentice Scholarship

Fechino Files: Corner Poles

Fechino Files: Corner Poles

Fechino Files: Cleaning and Updating My Tool Bag

Fechino Files: Cleaning and Updating My Tool Bag

Information of Flashing Products

Information of Flashing Products

Fechino Files: Abbreviations

Fechino Files: Abbreviations

Fechino Files: Brick Bonds, Sometimes the Materials Design Your Projects

Fechino Files: Brick Bonds, Sometimes the Materials Design Your Projects

The Fechino Files: The Scholarship Program Grows

The Fechino Files: The Scholarship Program Grows

The Fechino Files: Conversations and Tips with Some Old Bricklayers

The Fechino Files: Conversations and Tips with Some Old Bricklayers

The Fechino Files: When School Administration Does Not Understand the Importance of the Trade

The Fechino Files: When School Administration Does Not Understand the Importance of the Trade

How Could Something Seemingly So Simple Get So Complicated?

How Could Something Seemingly So Simple Get So Complicated?

The Fechino Files: Looking at Ventilation from a Different Angle

The Fechino Files: Looking at Ventilation from a Different Angle

The Fechino Files: National Masonry Instructors Association 2022

The Fechino Files: National Masonry Instructors Association 2022

The Fechino Files: Looking For Entries

The Fechino Files: Looking For Entries

Barriers

Barriers

The Fechino Files: 12 Volt Batteries

The Fechino Files: 12 Volt Batteries

The Fechino Files: Delivery Charges... Rising Fuel Costs Are Changing How We Do Business

The Fechino Files: Delivery Charges... Rising Fuel Costs Are Changing How We Do Business

The Fechino Files: Laying Out Brick

The Fechino Files: Laying Out Brick

Pest Protection

Pest Protection

The Fechino Files: Speed Square

The Fechino Files: Speed Square

Designing An Adhered Masonry Veneer

Designing An Adhered Masonry Veneer

The Fechino Files: Framing Square

The Fechino Files: Framing Square

The Fechino Files: Starting Fluid

The Fechino Files: Starting Fluid

The Fechino Files: Sealant Basics

The Fechino Files: Sealant Basics

The Fechino Files: Mortar Net Solutions 2021 Masonry Apprentice Scholarship Awards

The Fechino Files: Mortar Net Solutions 2021 Masonry Apprentice Scholarship Awards

The Fechino Files: A Proactive Plan for Supply Chain Woes

The Fechino Files: A Proactive Plan for Supply Chain Woes

The Fechino Files: Masonry Scholarships

The Fechino Files: Masonry Scholarships

The Fechino Files: So Much Has Changed

The Fechino Files: So Much Has Changed

The Fechino Files: Summer Is Here

The Fechino Files: Summer Is Here

The Fechino Files: Sales

The Fechino Files: Sales

Air + Moisture Control

Air + Moisture Control

Jack Arches

Jack Arches

The Fechino Files: Four Ways to Create Better Buildings through Compatible Materials

The Fechino Files: Four Ways to Create Better Buildings through Compatible Materials

The Fechino Files: Arch, Step down, Counterflash

The Fechino Files: Arch, Step down, Counterflash

The Fechino Files: Lipped Brick Detail

The Fechino Files: Lipped Brick Detail

The Fechino Files: I Just Need To Make It To The End Of The Season

The Fechino Files: I Just Need To Make It To The End Of The Season

The Fechino Files: Flood Rebuild

The Fechino Files: Flood Rebuild

The Fechino Files: Setting Up Your Builders’ Level And Using It Effectively On A Project.

The Fechino Files: Setting Up Your Builders’ Level And Using It Effectively On A Project.

The Fechino Files: Resources

The Fechino Files: Resources

The Fechino Files: Masonry Tool Modifications On A Tight Budget

The Fechino Files: Masonry Tool Modifications On A Tight Budget

The Fechino Files: The Perfect Bologna Sandwich

The Fechino Files: The Perfect Bologna Sandwich

The Fechino Files: Preparing Yourself for Situations You Know Will Occur

The Fechino Files: Preparing Yourself for Situations You Know Will Occur

The Fechino Files: Estimating Window Openings

The Fechino Files: Estimating Window Openings

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer Part 4

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer Part 4

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 3

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 3

The Fechino Files: Ethanol- What is it all About?

The Fechino Files: Ethanol- What is it all About?

Flashing Components — Sponsored by Mortar Net Solutions

Flashing Components — Sponsored by Mortar Net Solutions

The Fechino Files: Importance of timesheets and daily reports 

The Fechino Files: Importance of timesheets and daily reports 

The Fechino Files: Mentors

The Fechino Files: Mentors

The Fechino Files: Arches

Steven Fechino is a new columnist for MASONRY and is providing tons of information on arches. Brush up on this great technique!

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The Fechino Files: Arches

The Fechino Files: Arches

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 2

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 2

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 2

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 2

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer

Designing An Adhered Masonry Veneer Part 4

Designing An Adhered Masonry Veneer Part 4

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 3

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer – Part 3

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer

Designing an Adhered Masonry Veneer

Rebuilding From Within

Recovering from natural disasters could range from flood relief to rebuilding homes. Discover the repairing efforts after Hurricane Harvey in Houston.

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Teaching Our Craft, One Student At a Time

Nearly 30 years ago, the National Masonry Instructors Association (NMIA) was formed to unify the masonry instructors across the country with up to date industry training standards.

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Field Purchasing of Specified Products

Field Purchasing of Specified Products

Differences Between Rainscreen Walls and Cavity Walls

Rainscreens can be designed with products and configurations that assist in creating both pressure-equalized and non-equalized or drained/back ventilated systems.

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Navigating Adhered Masonry Veneer

An adhered masonry veneer is a cost-effective way for a home owner or commercial property owner to keep the appearance of masonry in the façade.

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Water in the Walls

When a discussion begins regarding cavity wall drainage, flashing or adhered veneer drainage, most of the time it begins with the saying, “Masonry leaks.”

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Choosing the right anchor for the job

A look at what anchors work, some we may not have considered, what’s new, and what should no longer be used.

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Adding drainage to stone veneers and adhered masonry

Cultured stone has been around for a long time, and many of us have become quite proficient in installing the “lick-and-stick” products as part of an adhered veneer wall.

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Flashing: Taking the time to make a difference

Flashing: Taking the time to make a difference

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Book smart masons

Education within the masonry industry will continue to evolve as new products, equipment and designs create the need for updated training.

Finding your guy: Managing quality with your projects

With all the changes contractors must become experts on, the key to success hinges on every contractor having that one guy who will pull him through the project.

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Insulation and the 2012 Energy Code

The energy code is important to all of us, because it is a positive step in the country’s reduction of energy consumption through design and construction.

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Patching: Extending the life of masonry

Patching of masonry materials during a new construction project is typically a line item that was not planned during the estimating phase of the project.

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Rules never to be broken

The masonry industry is a proud group. As with all things, masonry has rules that will and will not change over time.

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Seeing is understanding

People with an interest in masonry often need help understanding new technologies, old traditions and why the architect even drew such a thing.

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Bring on the Rain

Moisture management: We all know the term, and we all know the processes and materials. But do we know if we are actually installing our work correctly?

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Masonry Walls Flashed Before Your Eyes

The economic downfall is not directly related to how we individually run our businesses. It does, however, create opportunities for our businesses to be operated differently.

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