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Xiamen Stone Fair in Xiamen, China

Xiamen Stone Fair Continues Expansion Efforts

The 2018 edition of the international stone exhibition hit its mark, with new show attractions, a full educational program and a large number of international exhibitors and attendees
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
June 4, 2018

Since its inception 18 years ago, the fairgrounds has drastically grown in size – currently encompassing approximately 1.9 million square feet – and each year the show’s traffic continually increases.


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Stone Column: Freshening Up

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
June 4, 2018
As you flip through this issue of Stone World, you will notice a subtle difference in its aesthetic, as well as its feature offerings. While our staff and I didn’t want to make any drastic changes, we thought it was time for a bit of a makeover.
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Slabsmith inventory software

Advances for safe handling of stone material in the shop

Slabsmith’s ability to create digital slabs allows fabricators to spend less time handling slabs, saving time, being safer and cutting expenses
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
May 14, 2018
Material handling and keeping track of slab locations can be an afterthought for fabricators at times. When it does take center stage, fabricators may use an excel file or pencil and paper to keep track. There are options, such as Slabsmith software, to do it online through a cloud-based system.
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CID Awards Recognize Superior Work in Tile & Stone

May 10, 2018
Ten outstanding tile and stone projects have been selected as winners of the Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards, which honors exceptional design and installation of tile and stone in the categories of Residential Stone, Residential Tile, Commercial Stone and Commercial Tile.
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Coverings 2018 Announces Best Booths Awards

May 10, 2018
Coverings, the largest international tile & stone show in North America, has announced the winners of its 2018 Best Booth Awards. The program recognizes the standout booths based on their design, creativity, display of product, use of space and overall presentation.
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Coverings 2018 Opening Day

May 8, 2018
The Georgia World Congress Center is buzzing this morning for the start of Coverings 2018. The international tile and stone exhibition will be held from May 8 to 11, and will offer numerous educational sessions, product displays and networking events for all attendees.
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Vitoria Stone Fair | Marmomac Latin America

Vitoria Stone Fair/Marmomac Latin America for architects/designers

Celebrating its 45th edition, this year’s international stone exhibition will include several new show attractions to pique the Interest of new attendees, as well as returning visitors
May 1, 2018
Following the latest international trends that demonstrate modern ways to apply natural stones in construction and design, the Vitoria Stone Fair/Marmomac Latin America invests in innovation for the architecture and design communities.
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Stone Column: Stone Fabrication is a Team Sport

May 1, 2018
Many of you who are reading Stone World are owners of a stone fabrication shop. Some may have taken over a family business, while others may be fairly new to the industry. How do you manage your shop so that it is viable and stays around for years to come?
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Coverings 2018 more than 1,100 exhibitors

Stone Industry Members Can Connect at Coverings 2018

Slated for May 8 to 11, 2018 in Atlanta, GA, this year’s edition of Coverings will offer many opportunities for attendees to view new products, gain knowledge and meet more industry peers
April 11, 2018
Those heading to Coverings 2018 this spring should prepare themselves by downloading the international tile and stone exhibition’s mobile app from the App Store/Google Play.
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