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International Masonry Institute

IMI is a strategic alliance between the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) and their contractors, promoting quality masonry construction.

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The Future of AAC Might Be Here

We just came back from a very educational trip to Xella’s autoclaved aerated concrete plant in Georgia, where they make blocks, panels, cladding and more. The company bills itself as the world’s...

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CMs Look for the Green Label

Practitioners of sustainable design and construction have enough to figure out without wondering if their subcontractors are ready, too. Now, with the nation’s first sustainable certification program...

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How do you spell "green"? T-E-A-M

Perhaps the most important question when talking about green design is not what materials you choose or where they come from, but rather how you are using them and how they are installed.

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Expanding Contractor Minds and Business

IMI takes seriously the name of its professional education program, Contractor College. Offered in partnership with the International Council of Employers of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers...

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A Solid Foundation for Building Inspectors

Building inspectors all over the country are partnering with IMI to boost their masonry knowledge, and get the best possible construction for their constituents.

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A Bright Future for School Construction

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It's Raining Screen Walls

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Educating Tile Consumers in the Old & New

Protecting an investment is more important than ever in today's economy. That's why IMI helps consumers recognize the difference that quality offers, through events like the recent Coverings show,...

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More Skills, More Options with Refractory Training

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Green Masonry: It's All About Energy

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