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Mineração Guidoni makes an international impact

January 05, 2012
With two decades of experience in the industry, Mineração Guidoni has become a leading supplier of Brazilian materials, including slabs as well as cut-to-size projects


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Dignitaries and Customers Celebrate Cosmic Stone Opening

June 13, 2011
Cosmic Stone & Tile Distributors celebrated a three-day Grand Opening event at its facilities from April 12 to 15.
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Wood’s Powr-Grip’s MT Series Stone Lifters

June 07, 2011
Specifically designed for handling stone slabs, Wood’s Powr-Grip’s MT (manual tilt) Series Stone Lifters feature a 90-degree tilt using an above-center pivot that enables slabs to hang upright when lifted from storage or display racks and tilt to flat when lowered to bridge saws or work tables.
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Coverings Makes Shift to Las Vegas

June 05, 2011
In a move from its alternative venue, the 2011 edition of Coverings took place in Las Vegas, NV, and show organizers reported a heavy increase in West Coast attendance.
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Slab producer expands capacity and efficiency

April 26, 2011
Already a leading supplier of slabs in Brazil, Granitos Itapoama Ltda. has expanded its operations in Rio Novo Do Sul, Espírito Santo, with the addition of three state-of-the-art multi-wire diamond wire saws from Italy. The machines were all purchased from Bideseimpianti, and they include three different versions.
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Processing a world of stone

March 25, 2011
Founded by Nicola Bagnara in 1948, Nikolaus Bagnara S.p.A. began operations as a monument producer and quarrier of porphyry in the area of Bolzano, Italy. Today, the company has developed into a major international stone supplier, as it processes slabs, tiles and architectural stonework using the latest equipment and technology.
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Producing Brescia marble through the decades

March 25, 2011
Sitting at the foot of the Alps is Brescia, an Italian city that has a rich history in stone quarrying. Part of Italy’s Lombardy region, the area is home to 55 active sites -- including one owned and operated by Marmi Ghirardi srl, a family business founded in 1938.
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Coverings Exhibitor Preview

March 03, 2011
Coverings exhibitor preview featuring Andean Stone Company, Braxton-Bragg, Carmel Stone Imports, Chemcore Industries, Dimpomar, Laser Products, Levantina, Marbrasa and more.
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South Carolina fabricator stresses craftsmanship

January 27, 2011
Since its foundation 23 years ago, StoneWorks of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton, SC, has placed a special emphasis on quality, organization and craftsmanship. Earlier this year, the family-owned company received acknowledgment of its commitment to the trade with its designation as a Marble Institute of America (MIA) Accredited Natural Stone Fabricator. 
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"The Big Lie" regarding countertop pricing

January 04, 2011
If you are like most of the stone shop owners I know, you probably started your stone career with wild expectations of how much money you can make.
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Vitoria 2011

Over the course of the past decade, the Vitoria Stone Fair in Brazil has made a name for itself as a major international event. The country's vast natural stone resources -- centered in the State of Espirito Santo, where the fair takes place -- have made it a draw for attendees around the world.

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The Spring 2012 issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design showcases the use of stone and tile in Kitchen and Bath design. Additionally, it includes a focus on sustainability and green design as well as highlighting some of the latest tile innovations that were on display at Cevisama this year, which was held in Valencia, Spain. Check out the new issue here!

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