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Comprehensive study on the Italian Stone Industry is released

March 8, 2012
Internazionale Marmi e Macchine (IMM) of Carrara, Italy, has presented the results of its analysis -- conducted at the end of 2011 -- to gather the opinions of Italian companies involved in the stone, technology and related industries to understand current trends underway, the repercussions of the recession and the industry in general.


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MIA presents "Craftsman of the Year" Award

March 9, 2012
The Marble Institute of America, Inc. (MIA) has announced Danny Catania of Miller Druck Specialty Contracting Co. in New York, NY, as the 2011 recipient of the MIA Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year Award.


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Marble Institute of America (MIA)/Stone World seminars kick off in Charlotte

March 23, 2012
An extensive slate of Marble Institute of America (MIA)/Stone World seminars is in place for 2012, and they have been carefully planned to offer the stone industry valuable information that will help them in their day-to-day business.


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Levantina launches its new Interactive Design Tool

March 28, 2012
Levantina, a worldwide leader in the natural stone industry, has announced the launch of 'Inspiration by Levantina,' an interactive design tool.


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North American Fabricator Tour continues through Italy

March 29, 2012
A group of nearly 30 North American stone fabricators are currently in the midst of a week-long tour of Italy that includes visits with many of the nation's stone producers and technology providers.


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Regent celebrates 20 years

April 2, 2012
After more than two decades that saw incredible growth in the stone fabrication sector — followed by difficult times in the world economy — Regent Stone Products of Virginia Beach, VA, remains a leader in the supply of technology for stone fabricators.


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Abrasive Technology names Marc Poirer as primary contact for stone-related business..

April 2, 2012
Abrasive Technology (AT) is pleased to announce that Marc Poirier will now serve as the company’s primary sales contact for all stone-related business.


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One Liners....

April 2, 2012
Laticrete, a global manufacturer and leader of premium installation and finishing systems for the building industry, has announced the appointment of Robert Chambers to the Architectural Products Division sales team.


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More than three decades of craftsmanship

May 1, 2012
After establishing itself in the Vitória region of Brazil nearly 35 years ago, Vitória Stone has expanded into full-scale slab production, and it stresses the need for quality in all areas of its operations


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Embracing technology at all stages of production

May 1, 2012
In a little more than a decade, Atlas Marble & Granite in Newark, NJ, has progressed to become a state-of-the-art digital shop, which has increased efficiency and distinguished it from its competitors


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Surfaces 2013 preview

Surfaces 2013 -- to be held in conjunction with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas -- is slated for January 29 to 31 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. The show, which also includes an extensive educational program that will be held from January 28 to 31, provides a place for thousands of floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, architects, designers and builders from around the world to gather and view the latest products, get vital education, network with other floor covering professionals and conduct business.

More than 600 of the largest manufacturers and suppliers representing products in every major category, including carpet, tile, hardwood, rugs, laminate, resilient and stone, are expected to exhibit at the trade show. Hanley Wood, owner and operator of the exhibition, reports that they have many new exhibiting companies and returning ones who have expanded their booth size. Additionally, Surfaces 2013 will host more than 40 workshops, seminars and mini sessions led by industry experts in the fields of business, sales, marketing, installation and design. Attendees can earn AIA, NKBA, AIBD, IICRC and AIA/CES industry designation. Here is just a small sampling of some of the displays that will be present at Surfaces 2013.

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The Summer issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design highlights some of the top products from Coverings 2013, which took place in April. Also, read about the designing of a custom pool and spa by Rock Solid Tile.

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