Masonry Magazine April 2003 Page. 4

Masonry Magazine April 2003 Page. 4

Masonry Magazine April 2003 Page. 4
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MASONRY

MASONRY
Volume 42. Number 4
April 2003

The 2001
MCAA
International
Excellence
in Masonry

The 2003 MCAA International
Excellence in Masonry Awards
Competition

10
12

features
18
More than Enough Functionality

With the ability to lift loads higher than a forklift and with a feather-touch precision, telehandlers could be a mason contractor's best choice for all-around versatility.

26
Sealing the Deal

There's a whole list of attributes that a high-grade, clear water repellent can bring to a correctly built, functioning wall.

30
Financing Strategies for Mason Contractors

How should you go about getting yourself ready to approach your local bank or regional office of a national lender?

36
Old Reliable

A look at the old, reliable table saw and how the US. versions compare to those in Europe.

40
The 2003 MCAA International Excellence in
Masonry Awards Competition

Get an up-close look at all of the winners from the premier masonry awards show.

18

columns & departments
4
14
From the Editor
New Products
6
16
President's Message
Letters to the Editor
8
46
Government Affairs
News
10
50
Making the Grade
Legal Advice
12
56
Contractor-to-Contractor
Classified Advertising

30
36

40
Layout & Design Lionheart Publishing, Inc.
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Masonry
April 2003
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December 2012

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December 2012

Index to Advertisers

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RS #3

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December 2012

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December 2012

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