Masonry Magazine February 1969 Page. 26
PLASTER
TERRAZZO
MORTAR
CONCRETE
Great way to mix it up! Get fast, uniform mixes every time with Western mixers. For plaster, mortar, terrazzo...5 sizes from 3½ to 10 cu. ft. With self cleaning paddles or optional high production spiral blades. For concrete... 4 sizes from 3 to 6 cu. ft. Tilt type, side discharge models with adjustable tilt lock, V-belt and chain drives, gas or electric motors. See your Western distributor for prices and catalogs.
5 sizes for plaster, mortar, terrazzo. Briggs & Stratton or electric.
4 sizes for concrete. Briggs & Stratton or electric.
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People & Events
(Continued from page 24)
missioner by Mayor Richard Daley. He succeeds Sidney D. Smith, commissioner for the past six years. "Minneapolis As An Investment Community" was the topic of the program presented at the February 18th meeting of the Minneapolis Chapter by Harvey W. Glanzer. Bob Harrison has been elected Treasurer of the Mason Contractors Association of Greater Chicago. The Colorado Masonry Contractors Association "Briefcase U" will be presented on March 29th.
Growth of 'Ready Mix'
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and on the social and economic needs that must be met if urban living will continue as a viable existence," Dr. Huntzicker said. He said that all urban facilities in the United States must be doubled by the year 2000. "This means that we now have just half of the schools, homes, commercial and industrial buildings, and public institutions that we will need just 30 years from now."
Dr. Huntzicker cited other factors contributing to the growth of the ready mix industry:
-New regulated-set cements and crack-resistant concretes
-Development of building systems using cast-in-place concrete
-Increased interest by architects in concrete's versatility and adaptability with other materials.
He urged the concrete industry to develop sound programs in research, technology, training and marketing to capitalize on the predicted growth in construction volume.
All-Weather Demonstration
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part of the tremendous work and planning that went into this undertaking. The temperatures outside were in the twenties but inside the large enclosure bricklayers were working in comfort in their shirt sleeves. Every phase of the operation was carried out with great care. The materials were delivered on pallets with proper protection. Mortar was mixed with heated water and sand in a special mortar mixing area. The scaffolding was fitted with panels for winter protection. Last, but certainly not least, every safety precaution was taken to make this the outstanding demonstration that it was.
Books...
Systems Management Techniques for Builders and Contractors by Paul G. Gill, The Ingalls Shipbuilding Division of Litton Industries, Inc. 204 pages plus index; 26 illustrations; 6 x 9; McGraw-Hill; $15.00. Publication date: November, 1968.
Systems Management Techniques for Builders and Contractors demonstrates how a builder's or contractor's organization can be managed as a totally integrated management system. The author introduces the use of the systems management approach which was, until recently, applied only in those industries directly involved with military and space programs, and he provides builders and contractors at all levels of the construction industry with practical and proven guidelines for using the systems management approach in their own organizations.
The application of the "systems management matrix" a visual management control technique developed by the author for totally integrating the flow of all administrative and production activities in an organization without the aid of a computer is demonstrated with an example of a builder with a 50-semi-custom home construction program. The Program Control Chart, a simple tool which enables construction management to graphically visualize, logically evaluate, and rapidly interpret both the detailed and overall status of complex construction programs, is also given thorough coverage.
Through the use of organization charts, illustrations, business forms, job descriptions, systems and procedures, and actual demonstrations, the author shows how to organize, manage, and control a construction firm; how to develop and implement construction plans, schedules, and controls; and how to establish simple but effective business systems and procedures to conduct and control the day-to-day business activities of the company.
Paul G. Gill is Director of Master Planning for the Ingalls Shipbuilding Division of Litton Industries, Inc. Prior to his present position he was an independent management consultant in the construction industry.
Anytime things appear to be going better, you have overlooked something.
masonry
February, 1969