Tag: Masonry

Masonry Magazine: Masons First with Lightweight Concrete Masonry Units

by ESCSI | March 6, 2024 | ESCSI News | Tags: , , , ,

ESCSI Member Kevin Cavanaugh authored an article featured in Masonry Magazine outlining how lighter concrete blocks can mitigate injuries, increase productivity, and improve profitability for mason contractors. Read an excerpt below. As you all...

Lightweight Concrete Masonry Units 101

by ESCSI | December 19, 2023 | Articles | Tags: ,

By Kevin CavanaughTechical Marketing Consultant & Sales Team Leader – Midwest/Great Lakes Region, Arcosa Lightweight High-performing lightweight aggregates (LWAs) like expanded shales, clays or slates (ESCS),  are key ingredients to pr...

Concrete Masonry Units Beat Out Precast

by ESCSI | November 29, 2017 | Press release | Tags:

The Fulton State Hospital in central Missouri is a mental health facility that consists of facilities for maximum security, developmentally disabled and rehabilitation services. Opening its doors in 1851, it is one of the oldest public mental health ...