Use of concrete masonry goes back to various times within the 19th century but as early as 1900 Harmon Palmer began manufacturing hollow core concrete building block in the United States. Since then the industry has seen major changes in the size, shape, texture, appearance and use of concrete masonry. Today they are used in virtually every type of building construction to include commercial and residential buildings, paving and retaining wall landscape projects. Search below for a sampling of the broad use of these materials in many applications.

Building Applications In this section, you'll find exciting case profiles detailing how concrete masonry was used to create a myriad of building types... and why concrete masonry should be a part of your next commercial or residential project. Interlocking Concrete Paving Find out why Unit Concrete Paving is more durable, attractive and cost-effective than any other paving system on the market. Through case studies and technical data, you'll learn all about this remarkable product. Segmental Retaining Walls SRWs are easy-to-install, cost-effective, and more durable than other earth retaining systems. Here you'll find a series of case studies and field-data, showcasing why segmental retaining walls are the designer's choice worldwide. Concrete Masonry Units Everything you every wanted to know about the shapes and textures of concrete masonry. Articulated Concrete Block Paving Learn more about the emergence of this unusual and cost effective system for preventing soil erosion through the engineered use of this specialized concrete shape.