Spherical Block LLC: New Ways to Build with Masonry
September 2024

Spherical Block LLC is launching a revolution in advanced masonry technology. Roofs are made as arches and domes from concrete block, using efficient methods of assembly and green materials to make beautiful masonry structures. The company’s new products

Fechino Files: Reinforcing Bar
June 2024

I still like doing projects that are new to me. Learning as I go still has that pressure that makes “making sure you have it right” more fun than if I have done something 100 times.

An Inside Look at Hobbs Masonry’s Journey to BIM
July 2022

An Inside Look at Hobbs Masonry’s Journey to BIM

The Fechino Files: A Proactive Plan for Supply Chain Woes
September 2021

The Fechino Files: A Proactive Plan for Supply Chain Woes

Painter's Corner Translation: Estar Bien en Mampostería
August 2021

We translated MASONRY Column Painter's Corner

GEN NXT: Sadat Gutierrez
June 2021

GEN NXT: Sadat Gutierrez

GEN NXT: Max Berry
May 2020

GEN NXT: Max Berry

Painter's Corner: Being Right with Masonry
October 2019

Painter's Corner: Being Right with Masonry

ConcreteCalc™ Pro reduces waste, cuts estimating time
May 2014

The ConcreteCalc™ Pro is an advanced yard, feet-inch-fraction concrete construction-math calculator from Calculated Industries.

Newform Wireholder Rebar Chair
April 2014

The Newform Wireholder Rebar Chair is a recycled paperboard product that can be used to lift mesh, cable or wire off the ground.

Tekla Structures 19 helps leverage the latest in BIM
April 2013

Tekla announced a new version of its 3D modeling software, Tekla Structures 19, available immediately.

New masonry products for January 2013
January 2013

New masonry products for January 2013 including power trowels, tool storage, dollies and more.

Vertical rebar positioners
May 2012

Vertical rebar positioners aid the mason contractor in centering the bars in the core of the block and also help to simplify the lapping process.

Spotlight: Vertical Rebar Positioners
April 2012

Wire-Bond's Mike Ripley outlines proper technique for vertical rebar positioners

Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute: Use Inch-Pound Markings
November 2011

 

A 25-month phase-in period to re-tool finish roll inventory to marking system

Design For Safety
January 2009

The masonry trade, particularly for block masons, is physically demanding and often dangerous. Workplace injuries take a toll on workers, timelines and overall profitability.