Stone World's May 2013 Edition

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.

Cathedral undergoes a “creative restoration”

St. Joseph Cathedral in Sioux Falls, SD brought together a variety of natural stone elements to complete a design plan that is nearly 100 years old

May 1, 2013

Located in Sioux Falls, SD, Saint Joseph Cathedral has stood as an unfinished landmark for almost 100 years.

CNC Technology - Equipment and Tooling

Michael Reis

May 1, 2013

The following is a list of CNC technology products from various companies

Historic marble used to restore mansion balustrade

The recent restoration of de Seversky Mansion at the New York Institute of Technology in Old Westbury, NY, employed Vermont marble from a demolished mansion built in 1905

May 1, 2013

As one of the top venues for private events in the New York metropolitan area, the de Seversky Mansion at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) has a picturesque facade and a new staircase complete with marble that was quarried more than 100 years ago.

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.

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

Michael Reis

May 1, 2013

Founded in 2007, Artisan Group is a network of independent countertop professionals that spans across North America

TexaStone Quarries hosts “Stone Extravaganza”

Last month, a group of architects and students gathered at TexaStone Quarries for hands-on education in the quarries and fabrication facilities

Michael Reis

May 1, 2013

This event was part of the Building Stone Institute (BSI) Designer Education Series, featuring four AIA Continuing Education Units. The event also drew stone companies from Colorado, Idaho and Indiana.

Carrying on the tradition of Arkansas limestone

With a history dating back to the 1800s, the Ozark Southern Stone quarry in Beaver, AR, has produced limestone for classic structures in the area and continues to supply current projects across the U.S.

Jennifer Richinelli

May 1, 2013

Established in 1883 as Eureka Stone Co., the Ozark Southern Stone quarry in Beaver, AR, is rich in history.

Building on last year’s growth

Michael Reis

May 1, 2013

In last month’s issue of Stone World, we published the year-end U.S. stone import and export statistics, which are provided to us by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

The Egil CNC Bridge Saw

Stone World Machine of the Month

May 1, 2013

GMM, one of the world’s largest bridge saw manufacturers, celebrates 20 years this year.

Cartapietra quartz surfacing

SW Stone of the Month

May 1, 2013

This Stone of the Month supplied by Stone Italiana S.p.A., Verona, Italy.

WonderBoard Lite

May 1, 2013

Custom Building Products has improved its WonderBoard cementitious backerboard line with the launch of WonderBoard Lite.

JMS Jura Marble expands and takes over activities of SNS

May 1, 2013

JMS as a group company recently added a new group member. SSG Solnhofen Stone Group joined JMS on January 1, 2013.

FlexiROC T30 R radio remote control tophammer drill rig

May 1, 2013

Atlas Copco has launched the FlexiROC T30 R radio remote control tophammer drill rig equipped with either a COP 1240 or COP 1640 drill for 2- to 3.5-inch holes.

Blanco Silgranit II

May 1, 2013

With eight universally appealing hues and 23 shapes, Blanco Silgranit II offers beauty that endures.

JMS Jura Marble expands and takes over activities of SNS

May 1, 2013

JMS as a group company recently added a new group member. SSG Solnhofen Stone Group joined JMS on January 1, 2013.

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

Blume's Solid Surface Products celebrates 25th anniversary

May 1, 2013

Blume’s Solid Surface Products in Pittsburgh is proud to celebrate 25 years of business.

Obituary: Elio E. Salvo

Elio was the founder of Miracle Sealants Co. and the man who coined the term "Impregnator"

April 12, 2013

Elio E. Salvo, 84, passed away on Thursday, April 11, after a brief battle with cancer.

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

AIA Expo once again to feature natural stone on the agenda

The expo will include 700 exhibitors from all sectors of the architecture and construction sector and offer education sessions

May 1, 2013

The AIA National Convention and Expo is set for June 20 to 22 in Denver, CO, and once again, natural stone will be part of the education program as well as the expo, which features the Stone and Tile Pavilion

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Stone World Magazine

May 2013

Features

Cathedral undergoes a “creative restoration”

CNC Technology - Equipment and Tooling

Historic marble used to restore mansion balustrade

A growing family of quarries

Fabricator event takes place in Texas

TexaStone Quarries hosts “Stone Extravaganza”

Carrying on the tradition of Arkansas limestone

Columns

Building on last year’s growth

Product of the Month

The Egil CNC Bridge Saw

Cartapietra quartz surfacing

Products

WonderBoard Lite

JMS Jura Marble expands and takes over activities of SNS

FlexiROC T30 R radio remote control tophammer drill rig

Blanco Silgranit II

Industry News

JMS Jura Marble expands and takes over activities of SNS

MIA celebrates 2012 award winners

Blume's Solid Surface Products celebrates 25th anniversary

Obituary: Elio E. Salvo

Natural Stone Council Regulatory Committee is collecting industry data

AIA Expo once again to feature natural stone on the agenda

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