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Calvin Brodie and Brodie Contractors named Top 25 minority-owned companies excelling in North Carolina.

The NCMCA held its annual Recognition Night on November 11, 2021. Check out their quick recap.

MCAA Strategic Partner and Member Keson Sola is awarded Pro Tool Innovation Award.

Learn more about errors, omissions, and standards of care from Paul Potts.

The MASONRY STRONG car, sponsored in part by the MCAA, will be driven at the five-race Dreyer & Reinbold Nitro Rallycross race series.

Ivey Lawrence Griffin, Jr. passed away peacefully in his home in Rutherford College, NC. Read more about his life.

Learn more about this year's MCAA Hall of Fame inductees. Big congratulations to Mark Kemp, Brian Carney, Paul Hoggatt, and Doug Drye.

Claims made by businesses for slip and fall accidents account for more than 20 percent of general liability claims each year, and have an average payout of more than $20,000.

If you don’t hold a load close to your body, how much heavier is the “experienced” weight than the actual weight? Ten times as heavy!

In construction, a flag person is best known as the worker or workers who manage traffic flow along a highway or street when road repair is underway.

Sometimes building use changes. These changes may also mean a change in loads applied to the building, and structural members will have to be strengthened or added.

The width and alignment of concrete foundations supporting masonry can vary from design requirements by ±1/2” and still meet tolerance guidelines.

The new Children’s Hospital of Troy, Michigan was constructed with a variety of colorful bricks to mimic a LEGO structure, the goal? To create an inviting environment that’s less scary for kids.

The field of post-installed anchors has become increasingly complex over the past decade. Where do anchors in masonry fall in this complex landscape?

There are situations when cleaning masonry surfaces is desired or necessary to maintain their appearance or prevent premature deterioration.

A brick is a brick, right? Well, not really, in the eyes of the standards organization, ASTM International.

You can minimize the potential for efflorescence if you pay special attention to the materials that are being used and jobsite procedures.

Architects for the BBVA Compass bank envisioned a modern façade, clad mostly with metal panels. However, the city of Kingwood, Texas, rejected the plan.

Eric Olsen, CEO of LafargeHolcim, will become the new Chairman of the Cement Sustainability Initiative (CSI) in 2017.

Hyload has introduced several new, easy-to-install products to its HyTUF™ (The Ultimate Flashing) System.

LafargeHolcim announces changes to the Executive Committee reflecting the evolution of the portfolio and a transition to the next phase for the Company.

LafargeHolcim and CDC Group plc have announced the creation of 14Trees, a joint-venture that aims to accelerate the production and commercialization of Durabric.

BIG - Bjarke Ingels Group has been honored with the Bronze LafargeHolcim Award for sustainable construction.

Creating awareness and promoting excellence in sustainable construction since 2003, the LafargeHolcim Foundation is proud to announce the start of its next round of activities.

LafargeHolcim and CDC Group plc have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to set up a company to produce and promote low-carbon construction solution for developing countries.

After decades of facing periodic workforce challenges, many of today’s construction industry leaders seem to have become habituated to the idea of a skilled workforce cliff.

LafargeHolcim announces the appointment of Ron Wirahadiraksa as the Group’s new Chief Financial Officer and member of the Executive Committee.

According to a new report by Timetric’s Construction Intelligence Center (CIC), the US construction industry is set to pick up over the next five years.

Terracon, an engineering consulting firm, is pleased to announce the award of $110,000 to grant recipients this spring through the Terracon Foundation.

Hyload, a U.S. company that produces through wall-flashing, has appointed Dave Afanador as its business development manager.

Three engineering professionals have recently joined Terracon in its Atlanta area offices.

The Portland Cement Association North Central Region and the Minnesota Concrete Council are pleased to announce the next in the 2015 MN Concrete Forum series.

LafargeHolcim today officially launches the new Group around the world and announces key elements of its ambitions for the future.

We are excited to announce that ShapeCrete wins Dwell on Design 2015 - Best Design Material!

In November, EDCO launched their completely redesigned EDCOINC.com website. Now the company launches “EDCO E-Help”.

The new EDCOINC.com combines the latest in web development with EDCO's successful training tools, creating an advanced informational site.

Textura Corporation announced that it has entered into an innovative alliance with Greensill Capital to enable General Contractors to provide Subcontractors accelerated payments.

CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V., announced the establishment of Crecimientos (“Growth”), a platform for the innovation, development, and promotion of social and inclusive business.

LATICRETE announced Dominic Di Cenzo has joined the company’s Strategic Accounts Group as a National Key Accounts Specialist.

The fourth series of JLG die-cast models is coming soon. Reserve yours today with an advance custom order!

A few months back The Sakrete Team received a donation request from Al Petrie, Outdoor Program Coordinator for Milhous Children’s Services in Nevada City, CA.

The MCAA announced today that it has entered into a strategic partnership with Sageworks to offer additional benefits to its members.

Montabert has completed a transition that extends its brand into North America and replaces the Tramac brand name on select products.

KatzAbosch is proud to announce that ABC Baltimore has chosen to honor Anita Sheckells as Woman of the Year.

Equipment Development Co., Frederick, Md., recently welcomed representatives from Kennards Hire, its long time international customer in Australia.

Husqvarna has have recently added two new representatives to our sales team.

To prepare for the 2013 Miami Marlins baseball season, ABC Concrete Cutting Inc. was contracted to make expansion joints in the parking garages at Marlins Park.

Jungheinrich® ranks among the world's leading brands for material handling equipment, specializing in warehousing and narrow aisle forklifts.

Blastrac N.A. is pleased to announce that Josh Jones has been promoted to Transportation Market Manager.

Blastrac N.A. is pleased to announce that Josh Jones has been promoted to Transportation Market Manager.

2013 marked the 11th annual playground build for the BVC of Charlotte and Hidden Valley Elementary School was the proud recipient.

Caesarstone Ltd. will open a U.S. production facility in 2014 as part of its strategic plan to increase manufacturing of its signature quartz surfaces.

Blastrac NA newest location is in Greenville, South Carolina and will service the southeastern seaboard.

CEMEX recently introduced the Ecoperating seal that will identify the products and services that have an outstanding sustainability performance.

Blastrac NA is privileged to have been asked to help install a custom garage floor in Cpl. Todd and Chrystal Nicely’s new smart home.

Entrants should submit original photos of themselves wearing a DuPont™ Tyvek® garment after completing their “dirty work.”

EwingCole is pleased to announce an expanded leadership team in its Washington, DC office.

Hans Linnarson, acting CEO and President of Husqvarna, has been appointed CEO and President of the company.

On October 17th, 2011, Steve Chamberlin was named President of Husqvarna Construction Products.

To commemorate its diamond anniversary, Sakrete gave away five diamond pendants as part of its online contest.

CEMEX announced the successful execution of its integration to SAP-centric enterprise platform for its operations across all business lines in Mexico, Spain and Costa Rica.

CEMEX announced that consolidated net sales increased by 9% during the second quarter of 2011 to approximately U.S.$4.1 billion.

CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. announced the pricing of a U.S.$650 million reopening of its 9.000% Senior Secured notes due 2018.

Linamar Corporation is pleased to announce that, Brad Boehler has been named interim President for Skyjack.

CEMEX USA is pleased to announce that its cement manufacturing plant in Lyons, CO was recently recognized by three organizations for its commitment to environmental excellence.

ProSpec announces that Kica Loliyong has joined the company in a newly created position, vice president of sales.

Hans Linnarson, Executive Vice President, Head of Sales Europe & Asia/Pacific, has been appointed acting CEO and President.

Husqvarna Construction Products recently launched a new website designed to offer easier navigation and to enable contractors to find exactly the right information for their needs.

Ulf Liljedahl has been appointed Senior Vice President and CFO of Husqvarna and assumed his position as of June 1, 2011.

Along with a monetary donation, The Sakrete Team also made product donations to the BVC which was used toward the playground build at Winding Springs Elementary School.

The Sakrete Team was excited to be contacted by B.A.S.S. Federation Nation of West Virginia of which Jerod Harman is Director of Conservation.

MANCOMM is now the exclusive distributor of Reglas Press, LLC, a provider of safety materials for bilingual trainers and companies that employ Spanish-speaking workers.

The U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has rejected an appeal filed by the NAACP and NAHB who claimed that revised zoning standards adopted by the City of Kyle violate the FHA.

A new Occupational Safety and Health Administration rule addressing the use of cranes and derricks in construction took effect on Nov. 8, replacing a decades-old standard.

Three St. Louis construction leaders and one company will be honored for advancing St. Louis as the best place to build.

Sakrete has launched its new website with improved product features and capabilities.

Sakrete partnered with Charlotte BVC, Charlotte-Mecklenburg School system and the Carolina Panthers to build a new playground for Bruns Avenue Elementary School.

Sakrete will partner with several NFL teams to raise money for the homeless through its Sakrete Sack Program.

Sakrete of North America is pleased to announce that U.S. Mix Co. has signed a new agreement that extends its Sakrete program in the western United States.

Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Jared Allen has been named the winner of the 2007 NFL Sakrete Sack Program.

The impacts of Service-Oriented Architecture have been mixed to date, but contractors should prepare for significant long-term effects and more SOA-related RFPs.

On August 10, 2007, the MCAA Nominating Committee met to review and recommend candidates for MCAA office for the 2008-2010 term of office.

Historic Properties.com will hold a preservation workshop -Brick & Mortar, Work with your Hands, Learn through your Heart - Sept. 13-16 in Tappahannock, Va.

Blastrac has recently revamped its website to include more options benefiting both Blastrac customers and the flooring surface preparation industry.

SmithGroup is pleased to announce that architects Harold E. Davis Jr., William L. Diefenbach and Paul G. Johnson have been elevated to the prestigious College of Fellows of the AIA.

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