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MASONRY
MASONRY
Volume 42. Number 10
October 2003
POST-TENSION
MASONRY
FA Wilhelm Construction Co., Inc., won the Grand Award in the International Masonry Institute's 2003 Indiana/Kentucky Golden Trowel Awards for their work on the Indiana State Museum
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features
Putting Prestressed Masonry to Use
David Biggs, New York's 2003 Engineer of the Year, provides an expert overview on applications, materials and recommendations for post-tension masonry
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Hand-held Saws: Holding Their Own
Choosing the right hand-held cut-off saw can slash overhead and keep you on the job. Plus, a special, comprehensive section breaks down the specifications of hand-held saws available for masonry use.
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Pumping the Mix Makes Sense
Choosing the right type of equipment for the job can save a lot of time, labor and money in the long run. With grout and mortar pumps, the right type to use often depends most on the size and environment of the work site.
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A Layperson's Guide to Delay Claims, Part I
Delay claims are highly complex, expensive and difficult to prosecute or defend. You need to understand the contract terms and scheduling provisions before starting a job to protect your company and ensure that you can either prosecute or defend any delay claims on your projects.
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columns & departments
From the Editor
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Marketing 101
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President's Message
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Finance Management
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Government Affairs
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Classified Advertising
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New Products
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News
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Letter to the Editor
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