Inaugural Block Promoters Conference to Set Standard for CMU Sales and Technical Training
HERNDON, Va. (December 17, 2024) – The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA) and Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) are teaming up to host a first-of-its-kind Block Promoters Conference March 4-5, 2025, in St. Louis, Missouri. The newfound educational event—Building Blocks of Success: Promoting Concrete Masonry with Confidence—gives industry professionals the tools and techniques they need […]
Concrete Masonry Checkoff Continues Torrid Pace:Approves More Than Two Dozen New Programs
Denver, Colo. (December 10, 2024) – The Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) Board reaffirmed its commitment to driving industry growth by conditionally approving a robust $5.7 million in funding across 27 programs, seven of which were renewals, signaling strong returns in the early stages and an eagerness from the Board to re-invest. “We know the importance […]
Exceeding Code Compliance: The Path to Resilience
Many of today’s structures succeed in meeting the minimum standard of safety: saving lives. But what about peoples’ livelihoods? Total-loss scenarios can largely be prevented with CMU construction, so communities and businesses are better able to bounce back when disaster strikes.
Building Resilient Communities Requires a New Approach
Despite being a construction staple for generations, the economic and environmental advantages of concrete masonry often underutilized or unknown altogether. With block, designers don’t have to choose between looks and longevity, or sacrifice strength for stewardship—a distinct advantage when the name of the game is doing more with less.
The Remarkable Design Advantages of Concrete Block
Le Parc Residence in San Diego, designed by Dominique Houriet and Christian Dimeling, highlights how concrete block delivers affordability, efficiency, and style, redefining modern multifamily design.
Concrete Masonry Checkoff (CMC) Opens Eyes with Bold New Beauty of Block Campaign
At its core, this campaign is about shining a light on some of the lesser-known benefits of concrete block. Most people attribute our product with brute strength, but that’s just the beginning. It’s safe, stunning and a model of efficiency.
7 Ways to Ensure Your Structure Stands Up to the Elements
Did you know that last year alone, the U.S. saw 28 weather-related disasters exceeding $1 billion in damages, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration? While no one can predict or stop Mother Nature, you can choose to build with materials that are better designed to withstand her wrath.
From Contemporary Designs to Carbon Sink and Cost Savings: There’s More to Concrete Block Than Meets the Eye.
Newfound Concrete Masonry Checkoff shines spotlight on the unexpected benefits of building with block.