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The masonry guide can be moved in its brackets as needed when going from floor to floor, and with few moving parts to get clogged. Check for adaptability to either veneer or solid masonry and adjustability if joint size changes at window sills or heads.
Are usable for free standing and multi-story masonry using telescoping braces.
By definition they will be usable for inside and outside corners or at any spot along the wall, but you should be able to equip them for quoin corners, 45° corners, chimneys and backup masonry, too.
Any masonry contractor who has "test driven" masonry guides equipped with the latest "accessories" usually defines it as essential tool like the trowel and jointer. There are four decades of satisfied users who would classify masonry guides as a true "Standard of Excellence." Just like a Cadillac.
TIME TABLE
February 18-19,1998, FMI is conducting a seminar in Chicago on "Reducing Contractors Insurance Costs". Not only with this one and one-half day seminar review the design of a contractor's insurance and risk management program, it will provide insight into new risk financing technology and options. Learn tips for effective marketing of coverages, limits, and over 31 proven methods to reduce insurance costs, while expanding coverages. For more information call April Fowler at FMI, Raleigh, NC, 800-877-1364
February 18-22, 1998, MCAA's Masonry Conference and MASONRY EXPO will take place in Charlotte, NC. Contact MCAA at 800 536 2225 for general information or exhibit space.
February 19-21, 1998, MCAA is presenting a 3 day seminar at the 1998. MCAA Annual Conference on "Masonry Foreman Development". This course was developed to give all masons the opportunity to develop and improve their people management skills. It is a different and unique course in that you will learn through participation and interaction with other attendees. It will be a combination of videos of actual case studies, role playing and practical experience. Foremen and potential foremen, or anyone who wants the opportunity to improve may want to consider attending this seminar.
February 27, 1998, MCAA Masonry Career Day. Help and protect your industry by promoting this special day.
March 5-6, 1998 Napa, CA. FMI will be presenting a seminar, "Magnet Marketing through Customer Satisfaction". Phase in a customer-based marketing system and increase your competitiveness. Learn how to recognize and respond to new opportunities in your present and future markets. See how market research and other marketing tools can make your company more profitable. Call April Fowler at FMI, Raleigh, NC, 800-877-1364.
March 16-17, 1998 Charlotte, NC. Seminar, "Competitive Strategies for (Best-of-Class) Contractors". This popular topic is taught using a team approach over the course of two days. Companies are encouraged to send a team to develop a tailored strategic plan for their company. Participants will leave with a plan they can immediately put into practice. Call April Fowler at FMI, Raleigh, NC, 800-877-1364.
March 19-20, 1998 Columbus, OH April 6-7, 1998 Philadelphia, PA. Seminar, "Construction Selling Skills" Designed to show your managers how to turn job opportunities into backlog and profit. Salespeople, marketing professionals, project managers, and CEOS... anyone who comes in contact with a possible buyer will benefit from this two-day course. Call April Fowler at FMI, Raleigh, NC, 800-877-1364.
Mar 25-29, 1998 BIA & NABD Joint Convention and Brick Show. Disney's Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL.
May 3-7, 1998 ASTM Committee C-11 on Gypsum and related building materials and systems at Atlanta Hilton. Atlantic, GA. Contact: Tina Vogel. ASTM 610-832 9736: cvogel@astm.org
Apr 30-May 2, 1998 31st Canadian Mason Contractors Conference, Fantasy Land Hotel, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
September 17-19, 1998, MCAA Midyear Meeting at Renaissance Chicago Hotel, Chicago, IL.
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