This project aims to provide industry members with a deep understanding of the complex and ever-changing codes and standards across the various levels of government. Additionally, this project seeks to position the Texas Masonry Council and its partners as key players in the codes and standards process.Â
This program leverages network of subject matter experts across the spectrum of concrete masonry codes and standards to educate user of the benefits of concrete masonry products in safe and environmentally sustainable ways. Additionally, monitor state and local code activities and notify regional/local contacts on threats/opportunities. Â
Mason contractors add valuable input on proposed code changes by considering construction sequencing, cost, and schedule. Contractors are a valuable partner in the code-writing process, and to ensure that our codes do not become too academic and difficult, it is imperative that contractors are included in TMS meetings. Historically it has been difficult for contractors to attend TMS meetings because of the associated travel costs and time away from work, but the MMCA in partnership with the Masonry Institute of Michigan has identified several mason contractor members who are willing to attend and participate, and they have already applied for TMS membership and for corresponding member status on several subcommittees. The cost for travel has been burdensome and previously has been paid for by the MMCA and organizations such as the Mason Contractors Association (MCA). This proposal seeks to help fund mason contractor participation as part of the code-writing process, and the main objective is to propose changes to the 2028 TMS 402/602 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures that will increase masonry market share by making the code and specification simpler.
This program hires a Code Consultant to actively participate in code processes within the state in which they are hired. Consultant shall work with industry to identify areas of the codes needing improvement, clarification, or correction and to develop and submit proposed changes and justification in conjunction with the industry. Consultant will review proposed changes by others and advise principal investigator of potential concerns. Consultant will network with others to develop support for industry positions.
This program establishes a network of subject-matter experts to engage on behalf of the concrete masonry industry across the full spectrum of codes, standards and related forums. This network of experts, under management from CMHA, will be charged with not only protecting and advancing the concrete masonry industry through advocacy, but also developing relationships, engaging in forums and navigating the political side of codes and standards to advance the concrete masonry agenda. A monitoring system for state and local issues will also be implemented so opportunities and threats can be identified and engaged for appropriate action.
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The Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) is an industry funded initiative to support education, research and promotion of manufactured concrete masonry units in the United States.
Payments and Assessment Report
Forms should be sent to:
Concrete Masonry Checkoff Board
P.O. Box 306540
Nashville, TN 37230-6540
Media inquiries? Contact media@concretemasonrycheckoff.org
Assessment questions? Contact hailee.swantek@aoeteam.com
