Dan Kamys
Dan Kamys is the Editorial Director of MASONRY Publications.
134 articles by Dan Kamys:
Increased Virtual MCAA Education Opportunities
In light of the increasing restrictions in response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), the MCAA is responding by creating additional live and on-demand webinars within the coming weeks. This is designed to allow masonry professionals to stay productive. Full story
OSHA Announces Revised Silica Emphasis Program
Through a combination of enforcement and outreach, OSHA hopes to make employers more aware of the issue in order to protect their workers from the serious health effects associated with work-related exposure to respirable crystalline silica. Full story
The Industry's Next Generation Showcased At 2020 MCAA Masonry Skills Challenge
The 21st MCAA Masonry Skills Challenge was held on February 5, 2020 during MASONRY MADNESS® at the World of Concrete. The competition is designed to showcase the best apprentices the industry has to offer. Full story
Gerardo Patlan Named Fastest Trowel 2020
The annual MCAA Fastest Trowel on the Block competition, held February 5, 2020 during MASONRY MADNESS® and the MCAA Convention at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas, drew a record crowd to see the fastest twenty minutes in masonry. Full story
MCAA To Debut New Scoring App At World of Concrete 2020
The Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) is excited to announce today’s rollout of a digital scoring app, which will be used at The World of Concrete/Masonry on Wednesday, February 5, 2020 in the Bronze Lot during MASONRY MADNESS®. Full story
Keson/Sola Joins Mason Contractors Association of America Strategic Partner Program
The Mason Contractors Association of America is thrilled to announce Keson LLC as the newest member of its Strategic Partner Program. Keson/SOLA currently represents the only manufacturer of measuring tools among MCAA Strategic Partners. Full story
New Data on OSHA Enforcement of Silica Exposure Standard
It’s been over two years since OSHA issued its final rule on respirable crystalline silica exposure. It still remains one of the most significant health standards issued by the Agency, and continues to influence construction. Full story
South of 40 Instructional Video Series: World of Concrete Registration
As part of our South of 40 Instructional Video series, we have a tutorial on how to complete the World of Concrete registration. Full story
The Business of Ballistics
MASONRY attended a structural brick testing event and spoke with several members of Interstate Brick. Learn more about this important and controversial topic from the making of structural brick to its many potential uses. Full story
A Sit Down With Three Hall of Fame Inductees
MASONRY had the opportunity to sit down and chat with three inductees of the Masonry Hall of Fame as they reflect on their respective careers and the honor of being inducted into this prestigious group. Full story
MCAA Acquires Masonry Design Magazine From Lionheart Publishing
Today, the Mason Contractors Association of America has announced the acquisition of Masonry Design magazine from Lionheart Publishing. Full story
American Treasures: Whiskey Row
MASONRY Magazine continues its American Treasures series with an in-depth look at Whiskey Row, the original home of the bourbon industry in Louisville, Kentucky. Full story
2017 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference
The 53rd annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference was held last month in Louisville, Ky. Full story
American Treasures: The Washington National Cathedral
The MCAA and Masonry had the privilege of touring the Washington National Cathedral with Joe Alonso, Head Stone Mason of the building and Jim Shepherd, Director of Preservation and Facilities. Full story
