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MCAF TAMPA BAY MASONRY APPRENTICESHIP COMPETITION

5/30/2018

TAMPA BAY MASONRY APPRENTICESHIP COMPETITION
WHEN: SATURDAY JUNE 2, 2018
TIME: 8:30 AM -12:00 PM
WHERE: CEMEX YARD, 9117 Florida Mining Blvd, Tampa, FL
CONTACT: RSVP 239 201-6089

AWARDS CEREMONY & LUNCH BEGINS IMMEDIATELY AFTER COMPETITION

SAVE the date :: MAF Annual convention 9/6 - 9/9, 2018

5/21/2018

MAF Central Chapter Apprentice Competition 5.19.18

5/16/2018

Saturday, May 19, 2018
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Orlando Technical College
Mid Florida Campus
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Come out to show your support as the MAF Central Chapter Apprentices compete for a space at the MAF State Apprentice Competition! Hamburgers, Hot dogs & Cold Drinks after the competition!

Click on the flyer at right for more information or contact:
Sheila Parsons - Program Coordinator
407-251-6050 mafapprentice@gmail.com

Life is Better With Block, Always Has Been, Always Will Be! Visit www.blockstrong.com

5/10/2018

Block Strong is a partnership between Florida Concrete & Products Association, Inc. and Florida Concrete Masonry Education Council, Inc.
© 2018 ConcreteBlockHomes.com
Website by: Bright Rain

10 Best Jobs In Construction :: Brick & Block Masons

4/26/2018

The construction industry has experienced a winding road of recovery. The good news for those considering a construction job is that the industry is starting to hit its stride. The Labor Department remains upbeat on this sector, predicting overall employment growth of about 11 percent, or roughly 758,400 new jobs by the year 2026. Plumbers, electricians, carpenters, painters and construction managers will be needed to build new structures and update existing buildings. Find out which construction jobs we consider a cut above the rest, and read more on how we rank the best jobs.

money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/best-construction-jobs

Masonry Association of Florida Hires New Executive Director : Welcome Donna Hinson!

3/29/2018

Fort Lauderdale, FL March 12, 2018: The Masonry Association of Florida (MAF) has hired Donna Hinson to fill the critical role of the MAF State Executive Director. MAF State Chairman Jerry Painter said the board voted unanimously at their 1st Quarter Board meeting on the decision to offer Ms. Hinson the position.

“Donna thankfully accepted,” said Painter. “Donna has a long history within the masonry industry. We are all very happy to open a new chapter in the Masonry Association of Florida with having a full-time executive director. Through her leadership we will continue to further on the MAF mission to educating the masonry industry decision makers on the benefits of masonry construction.”

“I am honored to accept this position and I look forward to working with our current members. Together, we will expand our membership base and continue to promote masonry by educating builders, educators, and the public on the strength and sustainability of masonry”, stated Hinson.

Donna holds a B.A. in Economics from George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. Donna gained extensive experience in management, sales, and finance while working for several Fortune 500 companies, including AT&T and Morgan Stanley, as well as Florida Masonry Contractors. Among her accomplishments, she facilitated critical cost-saving measures for several companies during periods of slow economic growth. She was a key participant in the merger of multiple businesses, streamlining a set of best practices for the newly formed company and thereby ensuring its future success. Donna has developed innovative safety programs and human-resource initiatives for several companies so as to ensure a safe work environment for their employees while also saving the companies time and money.

Most recently she worked for the Florida Masonry Apprentice and Educational Foundation as the Apprentice Coordinator of the Masonry Apprentice Programs in the West Coast Region. During her tenure as coordinator, she expanded the program by more than 400%.

Donna Hinson
MAF Executive Director
239-201-6089
donna@floridamasonry.com

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The Masonry Association of Florida, Inc. (MAF) is a not-for-profit corporation established in 1987. Our mission is to promote masonry construction, provide professional education to construction decision makers and support the mason contractors in Florida. Additional information is available on our website: www.floridamasonry.com or by contacting, Deb Bartolucci, 954-295-9926 or deb@floridamasonry.com.

Brick, Block & Beers Vol II, Issue I :: March 2018

3/29/2018

Masonry Wall Design: Single-Wythe
Moisture penetration through exterior walls is a concern on every project (or – it should be a concern on every project!). Single-wythe concrete block construction does a great job in preventing water from entering the interior of your building but there are several important “belts and suspenders” that should be included in your design to make sure your masonry wall does the best job possible.

So, what do we consider a single-wythe wall? There are three major types of masonry walls built in Florida. The very best masonry wall to prevent water passage (we call it The World’s Best Wall!!) is called a double-wythe cavity wall and contains a drainage/air space between two separate wythes or “layers” of masonry. Water that makes it through the first wythe runs down the back side of the wall and is discharged to the exterior through flashing and weeps.

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Contact Don Beers, PE, CGC
561-310-9902
don@floridamasonry.com

MAF Central Chapter Golf Tournament : April 18, 2018

3/1/2018

Come out to the beautiful, Stoneybrook West Golf Club in Orlando! Enjoy a day of networking, relaxation, golf, door prizes & refreshments at the MAF Central Chapter Fundraiser Golf Tournament, all while supporting a worthy cause. All proceeds benefit the MAF Central Florida Chapter Apprentice Program, providing much needed resources to Florida's Next Generation of Masons!

For more information and to register:

MAF 1st Quarter Webinar: Repair & Rehabilitation of Masonry

2/7/2018

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This course covers the repair and prevention of 8 typical problem areas encountered with masonry construction. These are cracking, moisture leakage, stucco de-bonding, stucco cracking, un-grouted cells, missing rebar, soft mortar and efflorescence.

Date: February 28, 2018
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 AM EST
Registration: https://elearning.masonryworkshop.com/index.cfm?pg=semwebCatalog&panel=showLive&seminarid=8641

2018 Masonry Construction & Inspection Certification Workshop Dates Announced...

2/6/2018

MASONRY CONSTRUCTION & INSPECTION WORKSHOP
Updated for 2016 TMS 402/602, ASTM Standards and the
6th Edition of the Florida Building Code!

Whether designing, building, testing or inspecting, when you’re working with masonry, understanding all of the codes and specifications governing the various masonry components (block, brick, grout, mortar and steel) is essential.

Understanding the role of each of the team players involved with a masonry project is imperative. That’s why this one-of-a-kind workshop was developed. Unique in its big-picture approach to masonry it offers the latest information on all aspects of Design, Workmanship and Materials. Members from the entire masonry family, from building inspectors and architects to masons and engineers, are in attendance at each class. The course instructors are 5 distinguished members of our industry each with a lifetime of “on the job” experience. Instructors present both basic and up-to-date issues in their field while focusing on how each discipline works with the others to ensure quality masonry.

NEW CODES & STANDARDS
Workshop covers all the new codes and standards used in masonry: 2016 TMS 402/602 (Formally ACI 530/530.1); Updated ASTM Standards referenced by the 6th Edition Florida Building Code; Updated BIA and NCMA Tech Notes; changes to the Florida 6th Edition masonry chapter and much more!

2018 Workshop Dates

March 23-24, 2017 | 6353 LEE VISTA BLVD. ORLANDO, FL
June 22-23, 2018 | 6353 LEE VISTA BLVD. ORLANDO, FL
September 21-22, 2018 | 6353 LEE VISTA BLVD. ORLANDO, FL
November 9-10, 2018 | 6353 LEE VISTA BLVD. ORLANDO, FL

Cost
MAF & BOAF Members - $349.00
Non-Members - $399.00

Masonry Resources

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Find out More about Masonry Apprentice & Pre-Apprentice Programs by visiting:
www.MasonryEducation.org

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