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Feb 19, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 15 Recap: Steve Wheeler, Sales and Business Development at EZG Words: Justin StengelSteve Wheeler joins the MASONRY STRONG set to talk about how he was introduced to this industry, the art of selling, and his love of golf. A Career Built on PassionSteve Wheeler’s journey with EZG Manufacturing began over a decade ago. Reflecting on his early days. In Steve's words, but colloquially expressed, working at EZG meant wearing many hats.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Cass Stern
Fechino Files: Masonry Apprentice Scholarship Program Recipients Words: Steven FechinoI hope everyone is warm when they read this now that winter is finally beginning to give us a reprieve. As a way to complete the Masonry Apprentice Scholarship Program I wanted to introduce the list of recipients who were awarded in October of 2024. This year, we were able to pull from several new schools and provide the Masonry Tool Bag to students that had not been aware of our program.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino |Cass Stern
Business Building: How Subcontractors Can Wow Their Customers!
Being a contractor is hard as there are lots of moving parts out of your control. On every job there are over 5,762 chances to make a mistake, miss a schedule, or tick off customers.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
Marvelous Masonry: The Tarragona Cathedral Words: Cass SternPhotos: DDurrich, saiko3p, Alexey_Fedoren, benkrut, Scenicgraphy, guy-ozenne, Vladislav Zolotov, Diego Coppola, elisabono, Robert Ray, WirestockThe Tarragona Cathedral, located in the historic city of Tarragona, Spain, is a significant example of medieval architecture and masonry.
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Feb 13, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
GEN NXT: Skills Competition Winners Words: Justin StengelThis month, the MCAA got the opportunity to sit down with the 2025 Skills Competition 1st place winners. First Year mason Michael McKee, Second Year mason Mason Ridenhour, and Third Year mason Alec Huntley did what it took to be the best at World Of Concrete this year. Placing first over numerous other skillful competitors is no easy task and shouldn't go unrecognized.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang
American Treasure: West Point Cadet Chapel
The West Point Cadet Chapel stands as an enduring symbol of architectural brilliance, blending Gothic Revival grandeur with the precision and artistry of masonry.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang
Marvelous Masonry: Temple of Hephaestus Words: Cass SternPhotos: davidionut, ankarb, Apostolos Giontzis, scaliger, Gatsi, MarioGuti, Starcevic, LaraIrimeeva, powerofforeverNestled on the hill of the ancient Agora in Athens, the Temple of Hephaestus stands as one of the best-preserved temples of antiquity. Built between 449 and 415 BCE, this Doric temple dedicated to Hephaestus, the god of fire and craftsmanship, embodies the pinnacle of ancient Greek masonry.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
American Treasure: West Point Cadet Chapel Words: Cass SternPhotos: PapaBear, Ad Meskens, Ahodges7, Jack Arnouts, West Point Academy, Linda CovinoThe West Point Cadet Chapel stands as an enduring symbol of architectural brilliance, blending Gothic Revival grandeur with the precision and artistry of masonry. Perched on a hill overlooking the United States Military Academy, this iconic structure is a house of worship and a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation of early 20th-century masons.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
Chairman's Message: Grab Hold, the Wind Is At Our Back Words: Dick DentingerEach year, the MCAA holds two conventions. The mid-year meeting is held in the late summer or early fall. It’s always hosted at a city or venue that offers more of a boutique convention feel. Any members of the MCAA are welcome, and they gather to hold our committee and mid-year meetings as we steer the association’s direction and goals.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang
Fechino Files: Weeps and Term Bar Words: Steven FechinoI hope you are getting through the cold of the winter without issue, maybe even enjoy throwing a snowball (not an ice ball) at a coworker that deserves it. This month I thought I would do a quick primer on basic flashing installation. As many will have new hires, this may be used at a foreman meeting or just for new hire training.
