Masonry Magazine February 2012 Page. 49
INDUSTRY NEWS
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MCAA Accepting TEAM Awards Submissions
Projects now can be submitted for the MCAA's Tribute to Exemplary Achievements in Masonry (TEAM) Awards.
Mason contractors realize that quality masonry projects are the result of strong creative vision and skilled execution. The purpose of the TEAM Awards is to give recognition to these projects and members of the construction team for outstanding accomplishments in masonry design and construction.
All mason contractors or architects may submit projects. Masonry must be the dominant material used in the project. Any work completed and landscaped between Jan. 1, 2009, and Dec. 31, 2011, is eligible. Projects under construction or not landscaped will be disqualified.
Award categories include:
* Commercial
* Education: K-8
* Education: 9-12
* Education: College/University
* Government
* Industrial
* Institutional
* Landscape/Hardscape
* Rehabilitation/Restoration
* Residential: Single Family
* Residential: Multi Family
* Block (projects must be at least 65 percent block)
* Lightweight Block (projects must use lightweight CMU)
* LEED (projects must be LEED certified)
Submissions must be received by April 30, 2012. Judging will take place June 5, 2012. Winners will be awarded at the TEAM Awards Program on Sept. 13, 2012, at the MCAA Midyear Meeting in Park City, Utah. Awards will be presented to the mason contractor, general contractor, architect, masonry supplier and building owner.
Download a submission form to enter your project and get complete competition rules at www.masoncontractors.org/team. Written by Tim O'Toole
Blakley Corp. Names Fankhauser as CEO
Curt Fankhauser has been named CEO of Blakley Corp., the specialty-contracting, global firm that has roots in Indianapolis dating back to the 1890s. Fankhauser is the first person outside the Blakley family to lead the company. He joined the company in January 2011 as COO. He has more than 20 years of leadership experience in the construction and related-products industries. He has held senior executive positions with TMC Building Products, Farm Fans and Butler Manufacturing Co, and has demonstrated a track record dramatically growing both privately-owned and publicly held businesses.
PCA Names Scott as Senior VP, Government Affairs
Portland Cement Association (PCA) named Gregory M. Scott as senior VP of government affairs. Scott will head the association's Washington office and represent PCA and its members before Congress, the Administration and the White House. He brings a strong record of accomplishments to PCA with experience in trade association leadership and legislative campaigns on federal transportation, environmental and energy issues. Most recently, he served as executive VP and general counsel for the National Petrochemical and Refiners Association (NPRA) in Washington, D.C.
Man Lift Names Sprio as President, CEO
Man Lift Manufacturing Co. has appointed Phil Sprio as president and CEO. Sprio succeeds Jeff Bailey, who founded the company in 2000. Bailey will remain a director of the company and will continue his involvement in the design and engineering of custom lifts for Man Lift. Bailey also will serve as a member of the board of Man Lift's parent company, Universal Manufacturing Co.
Masonry to Play Big Role in Bellaire's New Urban Village
With the aim of ensuring lasting value for the community, this Houston-area city has determined that masonry will be the predominant building material in the planned redevelopment of a newly designated Urban Village district.
The district encompasses about 18 acres near the intersection of the Southwest Freeway and Loop 610, which currently is occupied mostly by under-utilized warehouses. The plan envisions redevelopment of the area into a lively mix of retail, residential and office buildings that will leverage the impact of a new Houston Metro light-rail station planned for the urban location and create a destination for Bellaire residents to gather, shop, live, and work.
The zoning ordinance for the Urban Village district approved by the City Council on Dec. 19, 2011-states: "The intent of this subsection is to ensure use of building materials in the UV-T district which convey an appearance of quality and durability."
The ordinance requires that the predominant exterior building material for all the buildings in the redevelopment area be either some type of masonry, e.g. genuine brick, natural stone, marble, or glass. It limits other materials, such as stucco, tile, and concrete products, to no more than 15 percent of the exterior surface area.
In adopting the zoning ordinance, which promotes the use of masonry, Bellaire joins a growing list of Texas cities.
COMING IN MARCH 2012
Be sure to catch the March 2012 issue of Masonry, which will feature articles covering current trends and examining industry issues, including:
MIXERS, PUMPS & DELIVERY SYSTEMS
Masonry examines how mixers, pumps and delivery systems can perform well on the jobsite, withstand vigorous use and reduce labor costs.
SAW BLADES
The topic may seem cut and dry, but there's nothing simple about selecting the right saw blade for the job. Masonry explores.
MOISTURE MANAGEMENT
We'll explore the world of masonry wall flashings and the benefits this product can deliver.
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