Masonry Principles Podcast

Join us as we dive into the intersection of business and culture in the world of masonry construction. In this episode, we're joined by Noah Lupini, a seasoned industry expert, to explore the generational dynamics shaping the field. From discussing why entering the construction industry is a smart decision to unpacking the value of real-world experience versus academic knowledge, we uncover valuable insights that resonate across generations. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of masonry construction and the diverse perspectives driving its success.

MASONRY RESTORATION COMES IN ALL SHAPES AND SIZES - THIS EPISODE DIVES INTO THE DETAILS! WE LOOK AT RESTORATION THROUGH TWOLENSES - CONTRACTOR AND ENGINEER. WE DISCUSS SSD AND THE IMPORTANCE OF UNDERSTANDING IT'S ROLE ON A JOB SITE. WE ALSO GET CANDID ON HOW WE CAN BUILD BETTER BUILDINGS IN THE BELOVED CITIES, TOWNS AND VILLAGES THAT HOUSE SOME OF OUR FAVORITE STRUCTURES.

We talk all things marketing in the world of masonry with Laura Merritt, Senior Account Manager, aoe - a marketing firm out of Michigan. We have a candid conversation as to why marketing is important to masonry construction, how sharing the story of masonry can impact the bottom line, as well as tips to creating a strategic and effective marketing campaign. We've got you covered!

We have a great round table discussion between Amy Baker, Architect and Paul Cantarella, Contractor. We discuss ways to bridge the gap between specs and contractor as well as getting candid about the sometimes frustrating, always educational and certainly challenging aspects of building better buildings using masonry. 

We are kicking off the new year talking about GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforcement Polymer)! Learn about the GFRP provisions in our current edition 2022-TMS 402 Standard. We get into applications and where to GFRP is best suited 

Workforce Development: Not a problem for the trades, a characteristic of the industry. We discuss what the masonry industries are doing in Michigan and New York to get tomorrow's workforce excited about joining the construction industry. This isn't just about joining a trade, it is about creating a career. 

Techincal Service Engineer, Claude Bergeron with Holcim talks Portland Limestone Cement. We go over short term goals and strategies the cement industry is taking to promote sustainability as well as the long term sustainability strategies and insight into the industry.

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In this episode we focus on construction innovations such as MULE, a lift assist device for masons. Invented and created by Construction Robotics, a New York based Company. 

We talk with Matt Oklevitch, Construction Robotics (New York) and Edgar Boettcher, Bay Masonry (Michigan) about MULE, how it works, where it works and why it works. 

Meet SolaBlock - A company that is Keeping masonry in the future. We talk with Jason Laverty, Co-Founder and Chief Construction Officer at SolaBlock who introduces the next best thing in masonry, a solar panel cmu unit.

In this episode we cover the history of how SolaBlock was created, how it solves carbon neutral footprints in design and how SolaBlock will change the masonry industry.

In this episode we talk to Kyle Lochonic with Davenport Masonry and Todd Dailey with Dailey Engineering about internal wall bracing.

A great discussion covering the Advantages, as well as the history and why internal wall bracing is a good choice when designing new construction for both design and job site safety.