Masonry Magazine May 2009 Page. 8

Words: Shahnaz Jaffari
Masonry Magazine May 2009 Page. 8

Masonry Magazine May 2009 Page. 8
MASONRY
May 2009 Vol. 48, No. 5

features
State of the Scaffolding Industry
Learn how scaffolding companies are continuing to survive and thrive in such a challenging economy.

Masonry Matters
We, as an industry, must push, publicize and advocate the benefits of masonry as a green, sustainable product.

New Masonry Block Systems
The same classic look in less time offers opportunities for masonry contractors.

Extreme Makeover
Lafarge packaging gets a fresh, new look, while becoming more eco-friendly.

on the cover
Shown is Washington Square, winner of the Judges Choice Award in the Masonry Institute of Washington's Excellence in Masonry competition. The architect was Collins Woerman, and the mason contractor was Fairweather Masonry.

columns & departments
For The Record

President's Message

Government Affairs

Making the Grade

New Products

Masonry Institute of Washington Awards

Full Contact PM

Playing It Safe

Classified Advertising

News

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