Masonry Magazine November 2005 Page. 4

Words: Clay Allen
Masonry Magazine November 2005 Page. 4

Masonry Magazine November 2005 Page. 4
contents

MASONRY
Volume 44, Number 11
November 2005

MASONRY
BUILDING
CODES

J&S Masonry Inc. received the Residential Category first place honors in the 2005 MCAA International Excellence in Masonry Awards for the overall scope of the YWCA Opportunity Place project, as well as the creative use of masonry. The architect was Stickney Murphy Romine Architects PLLC.

features

Outcome of Masonry Industry Issues at Code Hearings

While not published yet, the masonry design requirements for the 2006 IBC have been finalized, with one of the significant changes related to the required length lap for splices in masonry construction.

Investigators Examine Masonry Affected by Hurricane Katrina in Gulf States

A team of investigators from The Masonry Society arrived in the Gulf States area on Sept. 2 to investigate the effects of Hurricane Katrina on masonry structures. Find out what they discovered about masonry, building codes and structural performance in the wake of this catastrophic event.

Make an Educated Choice

What's the best choice for small business owners when it comes to heavy equipment? An industry expert will discuss buy, lease and rent options.

The Fight Against Time

Sometimes having the foresight to gather preliminary information, project planning and diagnosing a historic structure can make you a shoe-in for a restoration job. Read one account of how planning ahead made all the difference.

Water, Water Everywhere

Water intrusion has become one of the focal points in the masonry industry, and manufacturers are heeding the call. Discover some of the moisture management products on the market that provide answers to this nagging problem.

columns & departments

From the Editor

Masonry Around the Nation

President's Message

OSHA

Government Affairs

Full Contact Project Management

Making the Grade

Human Resources

New Products

Layout & Design Lionheart Publishing, Inc.

Classified Advertising

News

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