| Control Mold... | This article from House Media Network reinforces the premise that dry wood in house walls doesn't support mold and rot. Keep it dry and the problems don't occur! (Posted 7/31/2007) |
| Addressing Toxic Mold Risks in Retail and Commercial Property Transactions | Article presents suggestions for tenants and purchasers of commercial property to ensure they're investment is structurally sound, and healthy. Proper mold control is in the best interest of property owners and prospective purchasers. (Posted 7/16/2007) |
| Healthy House | A new certification program that allows builders to give homeowners some assurance that their house will be healthy and safe to live in. Essential in getting certified: controlling moisture, and use of a drainage plane system. (Posted 7/16/2007) |
| Mold and Moisture Dynamics | Article takes an in-depth look at moisture control and mold prevention. Explains why rainscreen systems are an essetial component in wall construction. (Posted 7/16/2007) |
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Masonry Technology Incorporated has just released a study on "Why Single Wythe CMU Walls Leak." If you are involved with a project using this type of wall, you need to view this presentation. It will clearly show how the Laws of Physics are at the root of most leaks in this type of wall. It will also show you how to overcome these phenomena and control single wythe cmu moisture problems.
You can get the newly created MTI strike-off tool for free simply by watching the presentation and writing down the nine digit code shown on one of the slides. Send us an email with your name, shipping address, and valid email address and we'll ship the tool to you at no charge. Send your information to info@mtidry.com. There are no gimmicks and no hidden tricks! We feel that once you view this presentation, you will have a clear understanding of the importance of overcoming the laws of physics with drainage planes and weep systems. |
MTI Adds R & D Facility |
It's one thing to say your product works, but is there scientific proof? MTI has added an R&D facility to its Cresco plant for just that purpose. We want to know that products do what we say they can do before they ever leave the plant! We not only intend to test each product, we intend to make those results available on this Web site. (Posted 1/4/2007) |
| Diagnosing Wood Rot | Tips from the Family Education site on controlling wood rot and the fungi that causes it. The article states, "..fungi abatement efforts generally focus on the one variable--moisture--that we can do something about." (Posted 1/4/2007) |
| Got Mold? Here's What to Do | A "risk management article with examples from the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver. It focuses on why homes today have more moisture and mold problems. According to the article, the solution is simple, "...don't let your house get wet. No moisture, no mold! (Posted 1/4/2007) |
| Current information from the Department of Energy on how moisture effects the energy efficiency of a building. "...moisture control contributes to a home's overall energy efficiency." (Posted 1/3/2007) | |
| Water Drainage: Keeping it Dry | Building Stone Magazine article by Mark Haverstock on successful moisture control. A look at the science behind entrapped moisture and products that control it. (Posted 12/22/2007) |
| How to Dry Up a Wet Basement | Article from Family Handyman magazine with instructions. Features some of Masonry Technology's products with installation instructions. (Posted 12/22/2006) |
| Mold Found Where Least And Most Expected | Article by Broderick Perkins from Realty Times. Mold isn't just a concern for people living in wet climates. Provides solid data for why everyone should be concerned about moisture control in buildings. (Posted 12/22/2006) |
| The Key to Mold Control is Moisture Control | A guide from the EPA explaining the dangers of mold in buildings. Explanations on why moisture intrusion needs to be eliminated in order to prevent mold. (Posted 12/22/2006) |
Links & News Archive
Articles that are archived here are organized by date first published in the Links & News section of MTI's Website.
MTI Product Testing
It’s one thing to say a product works – that’s marketing! However, can the company you’re dealing with prove their product works the way it’s advertised?
Masonry Technology Incorporated feels that their customers deserve quality products that are tested and proven to work the way we say they do. In that vein MTI has invested hundreds of thousands of dollars to make sure you, our customer, get exactly what you pay for! For several years MTI has been using independent testing labs to test our products. Read about MTI's testing practices!
Archive Updated 3/31/2008
