Masonry Magazine February 1968 Page. 8

Words: Edward Kennedy, Harold Peterson, H. Schroeder, Carl Specklemier
Masonry Magazine February 1968 Page. 8

Masonry Magazine February 1968 Page. 8
Convention Report

(Continued from page 6) Committee Chairman Harold W. Peterson. During the first part of the program Esso Research, James Electronics and Intercon Research made their presentations. H. F. Schroeder, Esso Research and Engineering Company, presented "A New Product With New Ideas", a discussion of a new structural material called "BMX" which is made of aggregate and a petroleum-based

The National Concrete Masonry Association pavilion which created a modern and decorative atmosphere for the exhibition area. binder. James Electronics' President Edward Kennedy reviewed the "Non-destructive Ultra-Sonic Methods of Testing Masonry Walls." Carl Specklemier, President, Intercon, demonstrated the versatility of "Monowall" and with a section of wall gave the members a complete presentation on the steps in constructing walls with concrete masonry units and Threadline brand adhesive mortar. This was followed by the "Baker's Dozen" of new ideas. Concrete Masonry Company introduced the "XOC" block, the unit with a handle. Texas Refinery Co. showed the members a new fluid to increase the use of tires under various types of conditions. SCPI reviewed the Bearing Wall program while Service Canvas Co. demonstrated their new reinforced protection for winter construction. Natco released their "Tex 4512" a new line of load-bearing modular structural clay units. SCAN showed members the new system using micro-film that (Continued on page 11)

One of the many pleasant surprises for the members was authentic costumes worn by the Atlanta Chapter members and their wives at the Annual Banquet.


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