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SW 0823 Digital Countertop 01
Digital Countertops

Leveraging a Digital Countertop Layout

Learn ways to increase profitability and reduce headaches by providing customers with a digital layout of their countertop
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
August 11, 2023

A recent Stone Industry Education event discussed best business practices for fabricators, including making the most out of providing digital layouts to their customers.


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Porcelain Slab Custom Bar

An Inside Look into a Porcelain Fabrication Business: Part Two

Roberto Contreras, CEO of Moderno Porcelain Works, shares reasons he believes the use of porcelain slabs in design will continue to grow and his best practices for fabricating and installing the material
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
August 10, 2023

This is the second part of a conversation Stone World had with company CEO Roberto Contreras about the growing trend of porcelain slabs in residential and commercial design.


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Stone Industry Education

Setting the Right Mindset

Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
August 1, 2023

Blake Christensen of Valley View Granite led the discussion to fabricators in Pittsburg’s edition of the Stone Industry Education series.


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Coverings 2023 Fabrication Stage

The Challenges Fabricators Encounter When Working with Quartzite

Since quartzite remains a topic of discussion among many fabricators, a panel of industry experts address concerns and offer suggestions to make working with the material easier
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
July 13, 2023

Learn what industry experts suggest for the successful fabrication and installation of quartzite.


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Stone Fabricators

Touring Italy with the Stone Fabricator's Alliance

Each year, the Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) invites some of its members to embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Italy where they visit quarries and machinery/tooling plants, as well as experience local culture
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
July 12, 2023

The Stone Fabricator’s Alliance, more commonly known at the SFA, organizes an annual voyage to Italy. Stone World had the privilege of going on the trip this year. Here is a summary of what was discussed.



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ISFA Offers Training on Porcelain Fabrication Process

July 10, 2023

The International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA), along with Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces by Daltile, has developed an educational event to train fabricators on all facets of the porcelain fabrication process.


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Stone World Podcasts

Stone World June Podcast Roundup

A review of Stone World's podcasts for the month of June.
July 6, 2023

Each month, Stone World brings you several podcasts to keep you up-to-date on the latest industry news, events, products and more. If you didn’t have a chance to listen to last month’s recordings, catch up now!


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Stone Industry Education Event Oregon

Fabricators Share Experiences at Oregon Stone Summit

Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
June 28, 2023

Arizona Tile hosted a Stone Industry Education (SIE) event at its new facility in Beaverton, OR, on Thursday, June 15, 2023.


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Fabricator Spotlight Video

Fabricator Spotlight: GI Stone Increases Shop Efficiency and Production

Sandya Dandamudi of GI Stone talks about shop efficiency, as well as investments in machinery and employees, which have led to the overall success of her fabrication business
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
June 26, 2023

Sandya Dandamudi of GI Stone talks about shop efficiency, as well as investments in machinery and employees, which have led to the overall success of her fabrication business. To hear more of what Dandamudi had to say, watch the video here.


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Stone Industry Education Event

Video: Tips for Fabricators on Managing Customer Expectations

Gain insight into how to meet growing customer demands and alleviate miscommunication during the various steps of a job
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
June 12, 2023

Watch to learn more about Duane Naquin of Stone Interiors suggestions for improving the overall customer experience.


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