2010 MC&MCA Excellence Contest

Words: Hector KarrmasonryTo encourage and recognize excellence in masonry design and construction and the use of poured in place concrete as a versatile and durable building product, the Minnesota Concrete & Masonry Contractors Association announces the 28th Annual Excellence Awards Contest for projects completed before September 1, 2009.

Through this program, the MC&MCA seeks to honor works of distinction by its members and to bring public attention to outstanding buildings and projects constructed of masonry and concrete materials. Entries will be judged on site on the basis of both workmanship and architectural design.

This year all projects must be submitted online at www.mcmca.com with photographs. Any jobs completed with the last five years can be entered. Submittal deadline is August 31.

For more information visit www.mcmca.com.
The STABILA Force Driven by Operations
July 2025

Leadership In today's competitive business landscape, maintaining an efficient, well-organized warehouse is essential for meeting customer demands and ensuring smooth operations. By implementing effective processes and best practices, businesses can achi

MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 24 Recap: Gary Hensley, VP of Sales at Oldcastle Adams
July 2025

On this episode of the MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Gary Hensley joins Justin in Indianapolis to talk about his story within the masonry industry, how he got started, how he's seen it evolve, and where he sees it going. Why the Masonry Industry? Concrete and

The Enduring Power of Structural Masonry
July 2025

Masonry has been holding its ground for millennia — literally. And thanks to the simple brilliance of arching action, it continues to do so with strength, style, and surprising efficiency. In an era of advanced modeling and fast-moving schedules, one time

Business Building: Do Project Manager / Estimator Combos Work?
July 2025

Steve owns SJP Contractors, a mid-size general contractor specializing in commercial projects. Over the last several years, his company has grown to over $16 million in annual sales, with an average project size of $500,000 to $1,500,000, employing 45 off