Summer 2014: Table of Contents

Words: David Biggs



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Summer 2014:

Table of Contents

features

Technology
BIM-M: A Work in Progress
It has been two years since the idea of Building Information Modeling – Masonry (BIM-M) was conceived, and what it means is still evolving.
By David Biggs, P.E., S.E.

Technology
Moisture Control Technology
Factors to consider when selecting a moisture solution for interior stone or tile installations
By Tom Plaskota

Technology
Designs for Healthy Building Envelopes
Traditional masonry charm meets new-world technology.
By Alice Muratore

Technology
Automation Technology Plays a Key Role in Transportation Hub Renovation Project
The use of advanced construction automation technology played a key role in the successful planning and bidding of the project.
By Ed Faris

Materials
Masonry Cleaning
Some drink from the fountain of knowledge, others seem to only gargle.
By Robert Port

Project Spotlight
The ‘Hospital of the Future’
Hammel, Green and Abrahamson Architects & Engineers’ design incorporates a stone veneer product that is ‘clipped’ to the substrate and suspended using an anodized aluminum channel system.
By Ron Treister

columns & departments

Letter from the Editor
Design in the Age of Disruption
The ACA’s Impact on Small Business
Supplies

Empower Your Team to Help Prevent Cyberattacks
August 2025

Human error contributes to 82% of data breaches, making your employees a crucial line of defense against cyber threats.1 A single mistake could expose your business to a data breach. This could lead to data loss, downtime, and a negative impact on your bo

The True Costs of Traditional Wood Bucks: Beyond the Lumber Bill
August 2025

Wood bucks have been holding up CMU block on masonry jobs for decades now, albeit precariously. This infamous lumber has been sawed, screwed, braced, and cursed more often than anyone would want to count. For something meant to be temporary, they have cle

Remembering Kevin O'Shea
August 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kevin O'Shea, a treasured figure in the industry, who passed on August 13th, at the age of 64. Kevin was not only the Safety Director at Hydro Mobile but also the Chair of the Safety Committee fo

MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 27 Recap: Chris Bettinger, Oldcastle Coastal
August 2025

Chris Bettinger's journey into masonry wasn't a deliberate choice but rather a confluence of unexpected life events and career shifts. With an architecture degree from the University of Michigan, Chris began his career in residential design. However, the