Masonry Magazine April 1998 Page. 5

Words: Don Grant
Masonry Magazine April 1998 Page. 5

Masonry Magazine April 1998 Page. 5
MASONRY
THE MAGAZINE FOR THE MASONRY INDUSTRY SINCE 1961
Volume 37 Number 2
MARCH/APRIL 1998

Masonry
LEADERS
Masonry Leaders 9
The leaders in the industry that are quietly working together to address issues and take on challenges to make things happen are featured in this article. Their ambitious efforts are helping to change and influence the future of the industry.

Concrete/Grout Pumps 15
Looking at some reasons why a concrete/grout pump maybe a good candidate to add to your equipment inventory.

Charlotte Expo Recieves the Checkered Flag 20
If you missed the 1998 Charlotte Expo, take a look at page 20 and see why Charlotte Expo recieved the checkered flag. It was an excellent opportunity for education and networking as well as several entertaing events and tours.

Masonry Arches 23
A new solution to the anchient problem of making forms for masonry and concrete arches.

State of the Association Address 27
A State of the Association Address given by Don Grant at the General Meeting in Charlotte.

Next Issue
Election Year Politics
Rough Terrain Forklifts
Ties & Anchors
Pavers & Retaining Walls

DEPARTMENTS
From the President 7
Literture Revue .32
Time Table 37
Product Update .37
Classified 38
Ad Index 38
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