Masonry Magazine February 2007 Page. 24
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Ten years from now, we will be **continuing** to rebuild our **industry** and our **future**.
Zoltak: Building materials are a huge challenge for the masonry industry. We are constantly competing against cheaper synthetic finishes, new sidings, metal panels and precast. We need to continue to develop new surface finishes and the use of lighter materials.
Masonry: Where do you think the masonry industry is going to be 10 years from now?
Zoltak: Ten years from now, we will be continuing to rebuild our industry and our future. We need to get young people back and involved into the trades. We must continue to protect our rights, standards and building codes, which could affect the future of our masonry industry.
Masonry: What do think will be the masonry industry's biggest competitor in 10 years?
Zoltak: Our present and future market losses will continue to be caused by the heavy loss of residential basement walls and the completion of panelized wall systems of precast and tilt-up panels.
Masonry: What do you feel are the most critical issues you'll face with future government regulations?
Zoltak: I believe that there will be much more involvement with government in regulating safety, recycling and the need to construct green buildings.
Masonry: Which group do you feel has a bigger impact on masonry's future: architects, engineers or general contractors?
Zoltak: Architects definitely have the greatest impact on the masonry industry. They are the agents of the owners. They design the owners' thoughts. We need architects to recognize the beauty that exists in masonry.
Masonry: What do you like most about being a member of the MCAA?
Zoltak: Some of the benefits available to an MCAA member are members-only online resource guides, discounts on publications, and updates on government agencies and OSHA.
The tool Signature Group uses the most is the technical support and assistance from their director of engineering. Oftentimes, we check out designs and flashing details to eliminate any unnecessary problems that could occur.
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