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Stone of the Month: August 2009

August 1, 2009
Jura Beige limestoneCountry of origin Germany Absorption 1.07 % Density 63.97 pounds/square foot Modulus of rupture 2,280 psi Compressive strength 17,946 psi Abrasion index 37.3 Flexural strength 1,610 psi This
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Machine of the Month: July 2009

July 1, 2009
The Falcon is the latest in sawing and motion-control technology from CMS/Brembana. The machine is a complete automated 5-axis interpolated CNC bridge saw with a built-in Auto Robotic Manipulator (A.R.M.) for loading/unloading of slabs - especially for the manipulation of pieces within nested slabs. The A.R.M. can be programmed to separate pieces and make space for the blade to complete a cross cut.
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Stone of the Month: July 2009

July 1, 2009
This Stone of the Month supplied by Marcolini Marmi, Grezzana, Verona, Italy. Technical details provide a frame of reference only.
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Machine of the Month: June 2009

June 2, 2009
Braxton-Bragg now offers the complete line of Imer products: portable and table-style saws for tile, stone and masonry, as well as mortar mixers for contractors in sizes from small, portable units to tow-behind mixers.
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Stone of the Month: June 2009

June 2, 2009
This Stone of the Month supplied by Marbrasa Marmores e Granitos Do Brasil Ltda., Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
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Machine of the Month: May 2009

April 27, 2009
The Pellegrini Meccanica multiple-wire saw range now includes a new model: the Polywire 34. Designed for fast and flexible production, the Polywire 34 continues to propel this latest revolution in the stone industry.
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Stone of the Month: May 2009

April 27, 2009
This Stone of the Month supplied by Decolores Mármores e Granitos, Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil.
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Stone of the Month: April 2009

April 1, 2009
This Stone of the Month supplied by World Wide Stone Corp., Scottsdale, AZ. Technical details provide a frame of reference only. Because stone is a product of nature, testing to determine specific physical qualities should be repeated for each project.
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Machine of the Month: April 2009

April 1, 2009
This innovative small-sized bullnose machine is the product of years of experience and research, culminating in a machine that offers as much versatility and performance as the larger Luna 740, the company reports.
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Machine of the Month: March 2009

March 1, 2009
VIC International now offers a new water recycling system designed for the smaller shop, generating up to 20 gallons per minute of water containing stone slurry.
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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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