For over 20 years, Ripano Stoneworks has fabricated stone in the greater metropolitan area of Boston, MA. Over that time, the company has steadily grown in terms of production and fabrication equipment, and today it has a facility in Nashua, NH, with over 35,000 square feet of space. Moreover, there is room for further expansion in the future.
Combining the resources of two stone producers, RLF Salado Quarries, LLC, of Florence, TX, is the result of a recent merger between Salado Quarry and C&T Stone - two quarriers located only a few hundred yards from one another. Since the two companies came together, the combined operation has enjoyed solid growth, and it produces 600 tons of limestone per day.
Nestled at an elevation of 9,200 feet along the crest of Wild Cat Ridge in Aspen, CO, is a private residence that stands as a testament to the beauty of stone. With its spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and innovative design - featuring a massive Moss Rock wall that runs throughout the interior and large expanses of exterior glass - the home fits seamlessly with its natural environment.
The renovation of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Strongsville, OH, involved salvaging a large Carrara Statuary White marble slab that formed the top of the altar as well as finding a match for the marble to be used for a new baptismal font, ambo and deacon chair
The stonework seen along Wacker Drive in Chicago, IL, an historic 1920’s two-level roadway that travels alongside the main branch of the Chicago River, was recently restored for both practical and aesthetic reasons.
Since 1998, the 90 West Street building in Lower Manhattan has been regarded as an historic landmark. Designed by Cass Gilbert and formerly known as the “Coal & Iron Building,” construction on the structure was completed in 1907. And while the building’s architecture has always been admired, the unfortunate events of September 11, 2001, have raised its historic value even more.
The second half of our comprehensive Fabricating Technology Roundup focuses on tooling and accessories, handling and storage, software/electronic templating and diversified shop products such as air and water treatment systems
The Marble Institute of America (MIA) announced the winners of its prestigious 2006 Pinnacle Awards competition, which recognizes excellence in commercial, residential and restoration of natural stone projects worldwide.
Since its conception in 1998, Hallmark Stone of Fenton, MO, has focused on running as a high-volume stone fabrication shop. Strictly a wholesaler, 60% of the company’s production is Silestone, while natural stone comprises the remaining 40%.
In a groundbreaking step to recognize companies demonstrating compliance with quality standards, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) is planning to begin accepting applications for its accreditation program early this year
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