Masonry Magazine December 2011 Page. 41
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Masonry Hall of Fame
The Masonry Hall of Fame was created by the Mason Contractors Association of America to recognize and award those individuals who have dedicated their lives to the masonry industry.
Do you know someone who has dedicated their life to the masonry industry? If so, nominate them to be part of the Masonry Hall of Fame. Nominations will be accepted until Dec. 9, 2011, at 11:59 pm. CDT. Nominees accepted into the Hall of Fame will be inducted during the MCAA Convention.
You must be a member of the MCAA to nominate an individual. Please log in (www.masoncontractors.org/login.php?r=/hall-of-fame) using your MCAA username and password to access the nomination form.
Hall of Fame Criteria
Individuals must have had a major impact on the masonry industry, not necessarily with just the MCAA.
Nominations must state the significant accomplishments of the individual nominee.
Individuals must have been or be in the industry for a minimum of 25 years.
Nominations are open to any MCAA member and masonry chapters.
The judging panel will consist of four executive officers, one regional VP (rotated annually), one committee chair (rotated annually), one at-large member (rotated annually), the executive director.
Any nominee must receive six of the eight eligible votes in order to be accepted into the Hall of Fame.
Involvement in the industry is open. Nominees can be but are not limited to contractors, employees, instructors, architects, engineers and association staff.
Each recipient will receive one plaque. An identical plaque will be on display at the MCAA headquarters.
Paladin Construction Group Digs for the Cure
Paladin Construction Group recently joined the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in an effort to raise money for breast cancer research, support and service programs for those facing the disease. On Oct. 16, Paladin assembled team Digging For The Cure and raised more than $3,000. The team was comprised of industry professionals from Paladin, their families and their friends, for a total of 31 registered participants. The Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk is a powerful and inspiring event that unites communities to celebrate those who have battled breast cancer; raises awareness of breast cancer prevention techniques, and raises funds to help find a cure. Breast cancer affects those outside of and within the construction industry, and Paladin seized the opportunity to help make a difference. IMAS
South Carolina School Uses Sustainable Design
Hanson Brick is working with Jumper Carter Sease Architects P.A., CJMW Architecture, and Lexington County School District One to create the new River Bluff High School. The school will be located near the intersection of highway 378 and 1-20 on Corley Mill Road in Lexington, S.C, and is housed on a site previously owned by Guignard Brick Works. The project's use of recycled job site materials, conceptualized by CJMW Architecture and JCS Architects, supports Lexington County School District One's vision of a sustainable 21st Century school and provides a place for students to learn and grow.
The jobsite existed previously as an old shale pit, occupied by Guignard Brick Works. When in operation, Guignard Brick Works was the oldest continuously operating brick company in the United States. Hanson Brick was selected to provide the brick needed to complete the project, due to the ability to manufacture new bricks from existing jobsite materials at a low cost, as well as for their expertise within the industry and the overall economic benefits. Additionally, Hanson's Columbia Brick facility is located about 12 miles from the jobsite, which also minimized transportation costs.
To date, Hanson has manufactured about 600,000 utility-sized "River Bluff
COMING IN JANUARY 2012
Be sure to catch the December 2011 issue of Masonry, which will feature articles covering current trends and examining industry issues, including
MAST CLIMBERS, CRANES AND TELEHANDLERS
The world of mast climbers, cranes and telehandlers is ever-changing and-evolving. Masonry talks to one company about current trends in this area, and gives you a sneak peek into a few new products.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS
The MCAA works hard to assure masons stay abreast of the latest information through classes, webinars and certifications. Learn more as we explore why education is so important to our industry.
AIR BARRIERS & INSULATION
Air and vapor barriers should be a staple in a designer's bag of tricks, but the type of barrier and appropriate location within a structure can vary greatly. Masonry reports.
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