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Fabricators took note during a talk on maximizing efficiency for profits at a tise Learning Lab session.

Slab showers, full-height backsplashes and accent walls are becoming highly requested for interior designs. 

Call tracking can assist fabricators in measuring crucial metrics and improving the customer experience.

Laura Grandlienard, owner of ROCKin’teriors in Raleigh, NC, was awarded Stone World’s 2024 Fabricator of the Year Award at a ceremony on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 during The International Surface Event (tise), which took place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV. Grandlienard was among six nominees for the award, which was presented among a group of her peers. 

Jared Barry, with his 15 years in the surfacing industry, highlighted UMI Stone's strategic shift towards offering a broader range of materials.

Proper training is an essential factor in the success of fabricating porcelain slabs.

The Natural Stone Institute is actively working hard to promote compliance with silica safety standards.

The International Surface Event (TISE) is slated to take place from January 28th to 30th at Mandalay Bay, promising a vibrant showcase for the flooring, stone, and tile industries. Amie Gilmore, the show director, shared insights on what attendees can expect from this year's event.

After experiencing market challenges in 2023-2024, the stone fabrication industry shows promising signs of recovery. This recovery presents a crucial moment for fabricators to reinvest in marketing and modernize their approach.

An attorney shares valuable insight for fabricators, as well as distributors and manufacturers, on how to navigate through the precarious silicosis waters we wade in today.