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Products

Technology Update: Laser Template Inc.

FlexiCAD software from Laser Template Inc. has been designed to simplify the measurement process and allow anyone to use the system for precision measurements regardless of their experience level. Measure …
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Industry Insights

Getting serious about silica in the shop

OSHA and NIOSH have identified exposure to silica as a health hazard to workers involved in finishing and installing natural and manufactured stone countertop products, both in fabrication shops and …
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Industry Insights

First SFA Workshop of 2019 attracts largest crowd-to-date

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Heather Fiore
The first Stone Fabricators Alliance workshop of the year, hosted by James Donaire of Perfection Connection Marble & Granite, Inc., attracted the largest crowd in the history of the organization’s …
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Quarrying Sites

Pokarna Limited follows a path of growth

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Jennifer Richinelli
Recognizing the demand in the market for premium stone products and services, Gautam Chand Jain, chairman and managing director, established Pokarna Limited in 1991. In the 28 years since its …
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Renovation/Restoration

Preserving an architectural treasure

The Neptune Pool at Hearst Castle is located on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean above San Simeon, CA, this iconic marble pool was inspired by the stunning location and …
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Product of the Month

Stone of the Month: Jade Precious Stone

This Stone of the Month is supplied by Margramar of Rua Pedro Lopes, Espírito Santo, Brazil. Technical details provide a frame of reference only. Because stone is a product of …
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Digital Technology

Machine of the Month: GLS Stone Machines

The GLS Viper 4.0 bridge sawing machine is the ultimate machine for a diverse range of fabrication. It’s suitable for cutting marble, granite, quartz, quartzite and semi-precious slabs.  …

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