Articles Tagged with ''stone cutting''

Using waterjet technology to build a custom stone business

In less than 30 years, Artistic Tile has become one of the leading domestic manufacturers and distributors of high-end stone and tile products

Heather Fiore

September 1, 2015

Artistic Tile is a unique company, which has evolved into a distributor and producer of high-end stone and tile product lines.

Using a sawjet and waterjet to ramp up production

Within the past year, GCI Surfaces of Clearwater, FL, increased production, downsized its footprint and began to cut intricate stone pieces — all with its new Baca Robo SawJet

Jason Kamery

September 1, 2015

A year ago, Michael Gladstone of Gladstone Construction Inc dba GCI Surfaces, located in Clearwater, FL, decided he needed to speed up his production rate in the shop.

Starting a fabrication business: Natural Stone Creations, Inc.

After years of working in a different industry, Dan Hickey risked it all to start his very own fabrication business, of Franklin, IN, and later founded Water Jet Solutions, Inc., which completes 30% of his stone fabrication

Sara Garafalo

September 1, 2015

In 2000, after spending 12 years as an engineer, Dan Hickey saw a chance to start his own granite fabrication company, known today as Natural Stone Creations, Inc. of Franklin, IN.

Rivers’ Edge Countertops: Fully digital shop with advanced stoneworking machinery

Sara Garafalo

August 3, 2015

Rivers’ Edge Countertops of Newcastle, OK, prides itself on producing an experience for its clients that are seeking brand new countertops.

Jennifer Richinelli

July 6, 2015

More than ever, we are hearing about the concerns regarding silica dust in the shop, and how OSHA is working relentlessly to enforce standards to regulate the amount produced during the fabrication process.

Jason Kamery

July 6, 2015

A panel of fabricators came together for the MIA/Stone World Dallas Stone Summit for a fabricator forum on March 26, 2015 in Farmers Branch, TX, hosted by M S International, Inc. (MSI).

Holland Marble Co. expands from fabricating locally to devising a national distrubtion network

Over the years, Holland Marble Co. has expanded from fabricating locally to devising a national distribution network for selling tile and slabs as well as running a limestone mill

Jason Kamery

June 1, 2015

For the Holland Marble Co., located in Carrollton, TX, the road to where it is now hasn’t been easy.

Jason Kamery

June 1, 2015

In the 1930s, Las Vegas Rock in Jean, NV, started off by extracting meta-quartzite stone.

Eco-friendly fabricator takes pride in natural stone

ROCKin’ teriors is an eco-friendly company trying to preserve the beauty of nature through professional design, fabrication and installation

Jason Kamery

May 1, 2015

ROCKin’ teriors, located in Raleigh, NC, was launched in January 2008 and sustained growth incrementally during the financial recession and construction crises.

Jennifer Richinelli

April 1, 2015

While many fabricators believe the investment in CNC technology is well worth it, other have reservations on making the switch.

North Carolina Stone Summit

You’ve probably heard a lot lately about how to calculate the profit for each job you produce. You likely have production benchmarks based on square footage since it’s the most common production metric in the industry. Come learn how focusing on these metrics can hurt your profitability and what to do about it.

Washington Stone Summit

Join us for "Taking Your Organization to the Next Level," a session dedicated to transforming your business practices. Discover strategies for setting clear agendas, encouraging participation, and driving actionable outcomes. Learn how to foster collaboration and communication, ensuring that every meeting enhances productivity and contributes to your business goals.

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Articles Tagged with ''stone cutting''

Using waterjet technology to build a custom stone business

Using a sawjet and waterjet to ramp up production

Starting a fabrication business: Natural Stone Creations, Inc.

Rivers’ Edge Countertops: Fully digital shop with advanced stoneworking machinery

The debate on silicosis

Fabricators Share Experiences and Ideas at Dallas Stone Summit

Holland Marble Co. expands from fabricating locally to devising a national distrubtion network

Las Vegas Rock: Adapting to a new business strategy

Eco-friendly fabricator takes pride in natural stone

Fabricators share experiences with CNC technology

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