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Brought to you by Stone World magazine May 7, 2009 |
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Industry Insight
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"How was Coverings?"
by Michael Reis, Editor
Even in "normal" years, stone industry professionals I meet will tend to have the same question for me this time of year: "How was Coverings?" I'd say this has been the case for all 16 editions of the show that I have visited during my time at Stone World. Click here to read more |
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Inside the Shop
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Neka Inc., Dulles, VA
by Jennifer Adams, Managing Editor
With a background in construction, Nevzat Kansu decided to use his experience and know-how to open Neka, Inc., a large-scale stone fabrication business, in Dulles, VA, in 1989. And to aid the company in reaching the level of success that it reaps today, Kansu has equipped the 60,000-square-foot shop with an assortment of top-of-the-line machinery over the past 20 years, including three Bavelloni Egar CNC stoneworking centers.
Full article
Artisan Surface Design, Portland, OR
by Alexis Fisher, Associate Editor
Even in today's market, the owner of Artisan Surface Design, Mike Stouder, has seen some of his busiest months. The company, which is located in Portland, OR, has expanded its product line in recent years and has goals to eventually expand its facility and machinery inventory. Full article |
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Fabricator Issue of the Month
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Fabricators discuss issues at Coverings 2009
transcribed by Michael Reis, Editor
Each year at Coverings, stone fabricators from around the country gather in a open "Fabricator Forum," where they are invited to share their questions and experiences with a panel of industry experts. This year's forum took place on the final day of Coverings, April 24, in Chicago, IL, and while attendance was down from previous forums, there was no shortage of topics to be discussed during the two-hour session.
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Project Spotlight
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Private Residence, Greensboro, NC 
by Michael Reis, Editor
photos courtesy of Fabio Camara, www.fabiocamarastudios.com
In expanding his Greensboro, NC, residence, prominent club owner and entrepreneur Rocco Scarfone went with a palette that included a broad range of unique, one-of-a-kind stone applications. The stonework was completed by Granite and Marble by Malavé of Greensboro, which specializes in high-end custom stone designs. Full article |
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Shop How-To
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Repairing or Recertifying Vacuum Lifting Equipment
by Katherine Bitz and Joe Landsverk
Wood's Powr-Grip, Laurel, MT
Although we may wish to avoid this conclusion, it is obvious that our economy is experiencing a serious downturn. As companies' job-jars have become less full, they are tightening their belts and working more efficiently in order to maximize profits. As production schedules become less intense, many smart companies are also taking care of housekeeping that may have gone by the wayside during busier times.
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Industry Happenings
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MIA/STONE WORLD EDUCATION SESSION ON SAFETY AND OSHA COMPLIANCE NOW SET FOR JUNE 4 IN CLEVELAND, OH
The MIA/Stone World education session "Safety & OSHA Compliance," is now set for June 4, 2009 in Cleveland, OH. In addition to watching a mock voluntary OSHA inspection take place, attendees will learn about creating a safe work environment and practicing the basic precepts of safety, both in the shop and on the jobsite. Click here to read more
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AEC Store Corner
Modern Stone Cladding 
Author : Michael D. Lewis, Architect
$57.95
Modern Stone Cladding: Design and Installation of Exterior Dimension Stone Systems shows you how to select, design and install stone cladding systems for exterior walls. New engineering applications and recognized industry practices are explained extensively to help you make objective and rational decisions. 140 pages.
CLICK HERE to purchase!
Visit AECStore.com to view all of our tools for the Stone Industry! |
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