Spring 2021 eNews

The SMA’s Spring 2021 newsletter sends a warning to the stucco industry concerning a new International Building Code, Section 2510.6 with significant, and confusing, changes for stucco installations. Our virtual Membership Meeting on May 12 will clarify this Code issue. Also in this newsletter, see our new stucco Trade Tip on ‘floating the basecoat.’ And STUCCO LIVE! is back in Las Vegas!

Fall 2020 eNews

Our Fall 2020 newsletter launches the SMA’s groundbreaking online video training programs for lathers, plasterers and contractors/supervisors – training modules 1-5 are FREE, with an optional test available if you want a certification card. Also in this issue, IBC and IRC code updates on Water Resistive Barriers (WRB).

Summer 2020 eNews

In our Summer 2020 newsletter: While the pandemic has flipped everything upside down, the SMA is nearly ready to launch our new online training Certification Program for lathers, plasterers and supervisors – see our introductory video available online now. Also in this issue, updates to OSHA’s Silica Compliance requirements, new Technical Bulletins from the SMA, and cement board complications.

Fall 2019 eNews

The SMA’s Fall 2019 newsletter teases the upcoming Stucco Online Training by the SMA, with our introductory video now available online. And hurry, sign up now for our November 6 membership meeting on ‘Forecasting the Construction Industry,’ by Jacob Belk. Mark your calendars for the SMA’s presentation of STUCCO LIVE at the World of Concrete, Las Vegas, February 4-7, 2020.

Summer 2019 eNews

Our Summer 2019 newsletter highlights the SMA’s new 2019 Market Report. This updated version, based on data from the US Census bureau and other market research groups, continues to be well-received in the industry. The report is a free download at the SMA website. The Stucco Manufacturers Association is also preparing an online education program geared for installers. Full details coming soon! Also mark your calendars for the SMA’s annual Golf Tournament, coming on September 23. Sign-ups and sponsorships available soon.

Winter 2019 eNews

The Winter 2019 eNewsletter for the Stucco Manufacturers Association recaps the growth of our association during 2018 as well as looks toward the interesting and exciting possibilities for the stucco industry upcoming in 2019. Also features an appeal by SMA member Rick Durham, EZ Wall Concentrate, to join the ASTM and participate as a voting member to have a say in the direction of our industry.

Fall 2018 eNews

The SMA’s Fall 2018 eNewsletter keys in on the unmistakable fact that the lath & plastering industry needs promoting — as well as what the SMA is doing now to help keep the industry viable. Also features an update on changes coming to OSHA’s Silica Compliance requirements as well as issues with stucco applications.