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Updated COVID-19 resources for stone companies

The Natural Stone Institute continues to add new resources to its COVID-19 resource page for stone companies. Since last week, the associ...

COVID-19 Response from Stone Boss

In a time of so much uncertainty, We hope all of you are staying healthy and taking the necessary precautions due to the Coronavirus, Cov...

Details on the SBA loans for small business

Now that the CARES act has been signed into law, small businesses are wondering how it helps them. We looked through the bill to point ou...

COVID-19: Latest Polycor Operational Update

Over the past few days, our team has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation. It will come as no surprise to you that the health a...

Pure Michigan Business Connect updates virtual, statewide matchmaking platform for critical COVID-19 response efforts

The Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s Pure Michigan Business Connect program is expanding its free, online procurement pl...

Coverings connected, a digital Coverings experience

Due to the cancellation of the Coverings 2020 show in New Orleans, Coverings is pleased to introduce Coverings Connected.

An Update on IceStone's Factory and Employees During COVID-19

As we strive to keep you informed of IceStone's activities during the COVID-19 crisis, we hope that you and your loved ones are stayi...

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Coronavirus Coverage

Dealing with finances during the Covid-19 outbreak

Jason Kamery

Stone World magazine talked to Stan Ragley, owner of Leasing Resources, INC., and manager of Biesse and Intermac Finance, about what businesses can do financially during this pandemic …

Coronavirus Coverage

Coverings 2020 Cancelled

Coverings has been monitoring the domestic and global developments regarding the coronavirus pandemic for several weeks. The health and safety of our exhibitors and attendees are very important to …

Fabricator How-to

The C100 conference brings: Committed to the future

Jennifer Richinelli

With more than 4,850 employees throughout 37 countries, the Cosentino Group has grown by leaps and bounds since it was founded in 1979. In addition to being a natural stone …

Tooling

Technology Update: GIOTTO SERIES 5 + 1 SET

Nicolai Diamant now offers sets with fewer tools needed. Even with less tools, this sequence provides quick results and high-quality edges. These sets consist of 4 diamonds + 1 polisher. …

Coronavirus Coverage

Stone Industry Education series postpones Denver and Boston events

In recent days we have seen the continued spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world and here in the U.S. as well. With the increased availability of testing, we can …

Commercial

Sintered stone meets design requirements

Neolith was specified by a globally renowned architect for Flare of Frankurt, a hotel, residential and commercial complex in Frankfurt, Germany. …

Stone in Architecture

High-traffic bathrooms sealed for safe keeping

Katie Kraus

As an architect specifying materials, you consider how surfaces hold up and look their best for years to come, so the next time your client wants to build or remodel, …

Prodim Factory Draw Advanced - Multiple plane solid modeling in 2D/3D

Prodim Factory Draw Advanced is a new software module that features easy-to-use design functionalities for creating solids and the modeling of multiple planes in 2D/3D.

Coronavirus Coverage

Message on COVID-19 from ISFA

Just like you, we are monitoring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and its impact on our economy, travel, and daily lives. As an industry leader, we are committed to being good stewards and doing our part to slow the virus and protect the vulnerable, while still bringing you quality education and information.

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Coronavirus Coverage

Update on MSI Showrooms

As the novel coronavirus continues to spread globally, MSI has been closely monitoring recommendations from the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control regarding workplace health and safety. In the last several weeks, we have implemented major changes across all our distribution centers including implementing social distancing, enhanced cleaning and sanitizing, work from home policies where practical, and eliminating all gatherings.

Coronavirus Coverage

NAM's Timmons to State and Local Officials: Designate All Manufacturing as “Essential Infrastructure” and “Essential Businesses”

During this time of crisis, manufacturers in America continue operating while doing everything possible to assure the health and safety of more than 12.8 employees, their families and their communities.

Coronavirus Coverage

A Message from the Natural Stone Institute

The Natural Stone Institute is still here to serve you in these uncertain times. While some of our staff is working remotely, we remain available by phone and email to address your membership needs and technical questions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Coronavirus Coverage

Manufacturers Call for $1.4 Trillion COVID-19 Resiliency Fund

Today, the National Association of Manufacturers is calling for additional aggressive actions from the federal government to help the industry respond to COVID-19 and future public health emergencies.

Stone World Magazine

2020 March

In this issue of Stone World Magazine, read about TISE, The International Surface Event, learn how they're dealing with silicosis in Australia, read about the importance of being OSHA compliant, read this month's technology update, and much more!

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Contemporary Stone & Tile Design Magazine

2020 Winter

In this issue of Contemporary Stone & Tile Design magazine, read about a kitchen and bath design that reflects a homeowners’ fun-hearted nature, protecting tile and stonework, and much more!

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