Articles by Michael Reis

Geared for quality and precision

October 1, 2012
Two years ago, Pinnacle Stone & Tile of Fairfield, CA, invested in digital technology for its stoneworking operation — from templating to layout and fabrication — and it is well-equipped for future growth


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Veteran fabricators network in New Jersey

September 19, 2012
Over the years, I've written articles from stone companies and events around the world.


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SFA Italy Tour 2012

September 5, 2012
For the second straight year, a group of fabricators from the Stone Fabricators Alliance took an in-depth tour of Italy’s stone industry, examining everything from stone quarrying and production to equipment and technology manufacturing


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Equipped for architectural stonework

September 5, 2012
Located in the Verona region of Italy, Segraf s.r.l. uses advanced CNC technology to fabricate architectural work for projects around the globe


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A model of automated stone-cutting

September 5, 2012
Using some of the latest cutting and surface-polishing technology in the marketplace, Graniti Verbano of Gravelloni Toce, Italy, fabricates stone with optimal automation and precision


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Shops adjusting on the fly to gain success

August 8, 2012
In recent months, I made "repeat visits" to two different fabrication shops that I had first covered before the recession turned our industry upside down -- both of whom are profiled in this E-Newsletter.


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What if everyone took a “me-first” attitude?

August 1, 2012
As our economy very slowly recovers from the recession, and our industry slowly gets back to normal (whatever “normal” means these days), I see the same old patterns falling into place.


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Mid-Atlantic fabricator adapts to the market

August 1, 2012
Founded in 1996 with facilities in Beltsville, MD, and Raleigh, NC, Artelye Marble & Granite has adjusted its business to meet current market conditions


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Moving with the times

August 1, 2012
Faced with a changing economic landscape, Cadillac Stone Works of North Las Vegas, NV, reinvented itself to reflect the new market conditions


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An architectural display of slabwork

August 1, 2012
Following the unique architecture of the interior space, a bathroom design in Greensboro, NC, features a range of Indian marble applications — including meticulously book-matched pieces


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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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Stone World's new issue includes a feature on the restoration of St. Joseph Cathedral in Sioux Falls, SD as well as an inside look at the Artisan Group’s annual fabrication event in Austin, TX.

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CSTD's Spring issue features a special on Kitchen and Bath renovation. This edition also takes a look at the continuing popularity of quartz surfacing.

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