The International Surface Event (tise) 2026 Product Preview
The Power Is In Your Hands -- See It Live At tise 2026
This is not just another vacuum lifter. This is the machine that changes how stone gets moved. Built tough, reliable and strong, Aardwolf’s newest vacuum lifter is designed for professionals who demand control and confidence on every lift. This is the one machine you can rely on to handle the job, no matter the material or the challenge. No switching equipment. No second-guessing. Just dependable performance that puts the power in your hands.
At tise 2026, Aardwolf will be live demoing this lifter and inviting attendees to experience it hands-on. Feel the strength, see the control and understand the difference for yourself. With this machine in your hands, moving stone feels natural, steady and precise. You don’t just move material -- you command it.
Technical Highlights:
• Adjustable arm length: 46.5”–94”
• Working load limit: 2,200 lbs. horizontal / 1,100 lbs. vertical
• Adjustable, rotating vacuum pads for flexible setup
• Optional fifth pad for increased stability
Get hands-on at Booth #5329 during tiseE 2026.
Photo courtesy of Aardwolf USAComing Soon to Blick’s Leatherhead Line
The Leatherhead Mini-V from Blick Industries enables fabricators to use any Velcro polishing pad on any CNC router or saw that use 35 mm conic tool holders. Get more out of your machine with the Leatherhead Mini-V from Blick Industries.
https://www.blickindustries.com/product/leatherhead-mini-v/
Photo courtesy of Blick IndustriesGet More Done with High-Performance GSD Tooling
The GSD product line, available from GranQuartz, is engineered to meet today’s toughest stone fabrication challenges with application-driven designs, advanced diamond bonds and smart user-focused features. Designed with 5-axis CNC saw users in mind, GSD offers an expansive range of reverse-thread tooling to fully maximize machine capabilities. Its advanced diamond bonds are built to tackle demanding materials like quartzite and ultra-compact surfaces. Unique features, including dual-thread core drills, deliver added flexibility while simplifying tool selection and ordering. Built for fabricators who demand reliability, speed and versatility, GSD tools are designed to work harder, last longer and produce exceptional results.
The Pulsar GSD Quartzite Blade features a 25mm V-segment and quartzite-specific bond for smooth efficient cutting with advanced pattern diamond technology on quartzite, granite and quartz. The GSD UCS Blade is engineered for ultra-compact surfaces and porcelain, offering clean edges, fast cutting and a reinforced core for accurate cuts. The Pulsar GSD Universal Core Bits offer fast, clean hole drilling with impressive longevity. The GSD Incremental Finger Bits help you tackle sink bowl processing and other milling applications with cooler faster operation. Completing the lineup, the Pulsar GSD Combo Wheels deliver longevity, consistency and superior polishing across flat and radius edges. Explore the entire GSD collection today.
https://www.granquartz.com/catalogsearch/result/?q=gsd
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Extra-Large Porcelain Slabs from Hanover
Experience elegant luxury with the seamless beauty of Optimum Porcelain Slabs, distributed by Hanover® Architectural Products. Measuring an impressive 72.5 x 130 inches (1840 x 3300 mm), these extra-large slabs offer design without limits, creating limitless design possibilities for a wide range of surfaces -- from kitchens and bathrooms to wall coverings, tables, outdoor spaces and more. Whether you are creating seamless countertops, elegant wall features or striking outdoor designs, Optimum Surfaces provides a flawless coordinated look across multiple surfaces without the need for visible seams. These high-performance slabs combine durability, beauty and versatility, making them the perfect choice for achieving a uniform stylish aesthetic in any setting. As the Master Distributor for Optimum Surfaces, Hanover® is proud to bring this cutting-edge product to you, offering a new level of design freedom with infinite applications. Elevate your space with Optimum Surfaces’ extra-large slabs for infinite design solutions.
https://hanoverpavers.com/optimum-surfaces/
Photo courtesy of Hanover Architectural Products
“Made in Italy” on Display at tise 2026
Italy is the first supplier of stone technologies to the U.S., with a market share of more than 30%, and a top supplier of fine stones, with a market share of 18.5%. Over the years, the “Made in Italy” brand gained prestige in the stone sector due to constant innovation, customer-tailored technological solutions and efficient post-sales service, as well as – most recently – reactivity to the challenges raised by sustainability and energy savings. At The International Surface Event (tise) 2026 in Las Vegas, some of the finest Italian companies will be present. In particular, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA), in partnership with Confindustria Marmomacchine, has organized a collective participation of 18 companies.
Photo courtesy of Italian Trade Agency
Stone Equipment, Tools & Supplies from Many Vendors
Miles Supply partners with quality manufacturers to supply the stone industry. Check out Pedrini multiwire saws and polishing/resin lines, MEC stone splitters, Faedo cranes, Waterjet Corp. hydrofinishing and Flamestone, Fraccaroli & Balzan water treatment plants. For supplies, we have diamond wire from Boart & Wire, Lupato rough finishing and Doctor Resin chemicals. For polishing, honing and grinding, there are bricks, brushes and pads from Gloex, Abressa and Abra Iride. Miles Supply patented its versatile PadHead polishing and grinding head. Quarry supplies include Monark drill steel and NewTec waterbags and air bags. Visit Miles Supply Booth #5667.
https://www.milessupply.com/2025/12/11/miles-supply-at-stonexpo-2026/
Photo courtesy of Miles Supply
Park Industries Showcases Spartan at tise 2026
Ready to dominate sink work? The Spartan™ Sink & Seam CNC Router will be front and center at Park Industries® Booth #5945 during The International Surface Event 2026 in Las Vegas, NV. Explore Spartan through guided demos and expert walkthroughs and learn how it is designed to eliminate sink bottlenecks and reduce manual labor. Built specifically for sink and seam processing, Spartan replaces labor-intensive hand fabrication with fast consistent production.
Park is also bringing the heat with the debut of the Hot Seat, inspired by the “Hot Ones” format. Join us for live, hot sauce fueled interviews with guest fabricators and Park leaders at 2 p.m. on the first two days of the show.
Stop by Park Industries at tise and see precision, performance and peace of mind on display.
Photo courtesy of Park Industries
Proliner V9 – Speed. Accuracy. Profit.
At Prodim, innovation is always moving forward. That’s why we created the brand-new Proliner V9. Engineered to make your workflow faster, easier and more precise than ever before. Featuring an extended measuring range, lightning-fast accuracy, a smart solution for hard-to-reach points and crystal-clear results, the Proliner V9 sets the new standard for digital measuring across all industries.
https://www.prodim-systems.com/
Photo courtesy of Prodim
Wilson Reveals Its Newest Innovation – The Segmavore Multi-Blade Saw System
Wilson Industrial Electric, Inc, is proud to announce the launch of its newest innovation -- the Segmavore Multi-Blade Saw System, powered by a robust 100 HP motor. Engineered for maximum performance, this advanced machine features an automated 48-inch-width conveyor with fully customizable cutting widths, delivering exceptional speed, precision and efficiency. Designed to handle demanding industrial applications, the Segmavore redefines productivity and accuracy, taking your production capabilities to an entirely new level. Experience the next generation of industrial performance, and built by Wilson Industrial Electric, Inc. where robust is what the company does best.
https://wilsonsaws.com/?s=SEGMAVORE+Multi-Blade+Saw+System
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