March/April 2008: Table of Contents

Words: Bronzella Cleveland
Masonry Design Magazine

MarchApril 2008:

Table of Contents

features

Materials
Thru-Wall Flashing: Then and Now
Copper still is king.
By Keith A. Lolley

Materials
New Masonries, New Rules
How to clean mixed masonry facades properly – what you and your contractors should know.
By David W. Boyer

Spotlight
50 Years and Counting
For half a century, SGH has upheld the goals of its founders, while earning numerous accolades and awards.
By Cory Sekine-Pettite

Technology
The Technology Behind Bricks
Plant automation is making better bricks without raising prices.
By Brett Martin

columns & departments
Letter from the Publisher
Letter from the Editor
Minimizing Masonry Litigation
Industry News
New Products
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