Masonry Magazine December 2004 Page. 1

Words: Sarah Atkins
Masonry Magazine December 2004 Page. 1

Masonry Magazine December 2004 Page. 1
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MASONRY
Volume 43, Number 12
December 2004

Photo courtesy of Fred Coester, AIA

MASONRY

LEASING

INSIDE

The Red Rocks Ampitheatre Renovation and Visitor Center in Denver won honors during the RMMI 2004 Masterworks in Masonry Awards. The architect was Sink Combs Dethlefs and the mason contractor was Soderberg Masonry, Inc.

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December 2004

features
Lease with Confidence

This month, we'll give you a deeper understanding of the lesser-known points of leasing, including asset management, tax treatment, insurance and maintenance, and lease options that can enable better overall business performance. Also, when is it better to buy or rent, rather than lease?

Would it be Wood?

Sure, there are new technologies available and the laser level is the new king supreme. Sometimes a spirit level is all you need, though. We'll discuss when and where the spirit will set you free.

Post-tension Masonry Case Studies

Several case studies will describe how post-tension masonry can solve problems before, during and after construction.

The New Rumford Fireplace

In November, there are lots of new things cooking when it comes to masonry chimneys and fireplaces. Find out about this new item for this specialty, straight from the source.

Have We Settled the Mortar Dropping Issue Yet?

We all know what needs to be done: we need to manage our mortar droppings. It's been said time and time again. But what exactly does that mean? Well discuss the matter and offer one possible solution.

columns & departments
From the Editor
RMMI Masterworks Awards

President's Message
Legal Issues

Making the Grade
B-2-B

New Products
Classified Advertising

News

MASONRY (ISSN 0025-4681) is published monthly. Subscription rate $24 per year: Canada $30 (US. currency): Mexico $32, all other countries $79. Single copies $5.50. Copyright 2004 by Mason Contractors Association of America.
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