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Coldspring and Jason Mclennan introduce Green Product Line

June 3, 2013
Coldspring, a leading quarrier and fabricator of natural stone, has teamed with green building pioneer Jason F. McLennan to launch Earth Measure — a new product line of “deep green” reclaimed stone.


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Brazil fair foreshadows continued growth

An upbeat mood defined the Vitória Stone Fair in Vitória, Brazil, where exhibitors were predicting a rebound year for the stone industry
June 3, 2013
The 2013 edition of the Vitória Stone Fair took place in Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil, and it featured displays of the latest varieties of natural stone


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A broad spectrum of Brazilian stone

Always on the lookout for unique stone materials in Brazil, Mag Ban of Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil, now owns a total of 16 quarries throughout the county
June 3, 2013
Based in Cachoeiro de Itapemirim, Espírito Santo, Brazil, Mag Ban has become a well-known name in the international stone industry.


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Scholarships available to architects for the next Veronafiere AIA-approved continuing education course

June 3, 2013
The 15th edition of “Designing with Natural Stone” will run from September 23 to 27, 2012, in Verona and Milan, Italy, in conjunction with Marmomacc, the world’s leading trade show for stone and design.


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Stone of the Month: Feratto

June 3, 2013
This Stone of the Month supplied by Levantina, Novelda, Alicante, Spain.


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MIA/Stone World Flooring Installation Seminar: Setting the Groundwork for Success

May 8, 2013
The Marble Institute of America and Stone World Magazine partnered with Daltile and Custom Building Products to provide Dallas area installers with the groundwork for success.


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A growing family of quarries

Eden Stone Co. and Valders Stone and Marble, Inc. cover a large area and an even larger market with their production
May 1, 2013
In 1950, Eden Stone Co. Inc. in Eden, WI, was founded by Emil Gesell. Originally named Gesell and Sons, the quarry produced hand dressed-veneer and flagstone products.


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Fabricator event takes place in Texas

Last month, some of the country’s top fabricators gathered in Austin, TX, as part of the Artisan Group’s annual event, which also included an “industry showcase” of suppliers to the trade
May 1, 2013
Founded in 2007, Artisan Group is a network of independent countertop professionals that spans across North America


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MIA celebrates 2012 award winners

May 1, 2013
Paul Vigna, who spent over 50 years in the natural stone industry, has been awarded the 2012 Migliore Award for Lifetime Achievement by the Marble Institute of America


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Natural Stone Council Regulatory Committee is collecting industry data

May 1, 2013
Natural stone quarry and fabrication operations have had increasing concerns with the regulatory practices of MSHA and OSHA in regards to inconsistent and unpredictable enforcement efforts


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EVENTS

Natural Stone 2011

10/27/11
CNR EXPO
Istanbul
Turkey
The 8th International Marble, Natural Stone Products & Technologies Fair

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Stone Industry Education Seminar: Phoenix

11/2/11
Daltile Natural Stone Showroom & Slab Yard
Phoenix, AZ
United States
Contact: Jeff Handley 440-250-9222
Ultimate Seminar for Natural Stone Installers 

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PIEDRA

5/9/12
Feria de Madrid
Madrid
Spain
PIEDRA, the International Natural Stone Fair, will once again provide a meeting forum for producers from around the world at its next edition.

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Marmomacc 2012

9/26/12
Italy
Marmomacc is for operators in the market for natural stone, from machinery to instrumental products, from blocks of natural stone to marble processing more complex, for the construction and contract professionals, as well as designers and decision makers seeking success in an increasingly more specialized and competitive

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Stone Fabricators Alliance Mega Workshop

10/10/12
Nashville Convention Center
Nashville, TN
United States
Contact: NONE
Attendees to this year’s SFA Mega Workshop in Nashville, TN will have the opportunity to attend a presentation by the industry’s most prominent supplier and processor of Natural Stone: Antolini Luigi of Verona, Italy.

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Natural Stone'12

10/18/12
Istanbul
CNR EXPO Fairgrounds
Istanbul
Turkey
Contact: Duygu COSKUN
Natural Stone 2012 Istanbul, 9th International Marble, Natural Stone Products and Technologies Fair brings the natural stone industry together at the largest fair ground in Turkey, CNR EXPO Center from 18 October through 21 October.

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Stone+tec 2013

5/29/13
Exhibition Centre Nuremburg
Germany
Contact: +49 (0) 9 11. 86 06-0
With its three-decade-long success story, Stone + tec has long been one of the most important meeting places for decision makers in the natural stone industry.

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The stones of the Cachoeiro Stone Fair in Brazil

Held annually in the city of Cachoeiro, Espirito Santo, Brazil, the Cachoeiro Stone Fair did not disappoint in its 34th edition. With more than 25,000 visitors and 220 exhibitors, the fair revealed leading trends and innovative materials in the Carlos Caiado Expo Center.

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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.

THE MAGAZINE

Stone World Magazine

June 2013 Stone World cover

2013 June

Stone World's June issue highlights a series of stone companies and quarries such as PBA Stone, Mag Ban, Gramil and San Gabriel Black quarry. Also, check out some exclusive coverage from the annual Vitoria Stone Fair, which took place in Espírito Santo, Brazil.

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Contemporary Stone & Tile Design Magazine

CSTD Summer 2013 cover

2013 Summer

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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How to Polish & Restore Marble Flooring

This video will show you step-by-step how to resurface and polish marble flooring from grinding and removing lippage and scratches to achieving a highly reflective polish.

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Stone Industry Education

stone industry educationStone Industry Education is sponsored by Stone World Magazine and Marble Institute of America. The SIE events will help you: strengthen your skills, build your business, and  increase profit in your shop.  Check out stoneindustryeducation.com to register for upcoming fabricator and installer seminars.

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