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The more things change, the more they stay the same

May 8, 2019

Today fabricators are being asked to fabricate a large variety of materials. These projects range from kitchen countertops, fireplaces and other residential use, to commercial flooring and wall cladding. These materials have a wide range of characteristics, challenging fabricators in production and material handling.


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Sophia IoT platform developed by Biesse in collaboration with Accenture

Technology Update: Sophia IoT platform by Biesse

April 15, 2019

Sophia IoT is the newest IoT platform developed by Biesse in collaboration with Accenture, which enables its customers to access a wide range of services to streamline and rationalize their work management processes.


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Rock Solid Marble and Granite in Sheffield, MA

Rock Solid Marble and Granite: Learning stone fabrication

Through trial-and-error, Kurt Bartzsch of Rock Solid Marble and Granite established and grew his fabrication business, including transitioning to a fully digital shop
Jason Kamery
Jason Kamery
April 4, 2019

While working for another company primarily doing tilework, Kurt Bartzsch was given the challenge to start the company’s fabrication shop. Bartzsch primarily learned on a trial-and-error basis before going out on his own.


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Master One CNC router from Intermac

Stone of the Month: Elegant brown quartzite

March 8, 2019

Master One is the new CNC router that pairs Intermac ingenuity inside with operational simplicity outside to help achieve Industry 4.0 automation excellence. Specifically designed for processing natural and engineered stone, as well as ceramic materials, it saves time and increases productivity.


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The KDM110 Keep-Nut Drilling Machine from Chemical Concepts

Technology Update: The KDM110 Keep-Nut from Chemical Concepts

March 1, 2019

The KDM110 Keep-Nut Drilling Machine from Chemical Concepts is a lightweight precision tool for drilling panels and countertops. This machine will enable any operator to repeatedly and efficiently drill holes with the correct dimensions for use with the Keep-Nut anchoring system.


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Fabricating Technology 2019: Tooling and Accessories

February 11, 2019
Each year, manufacturers of tooling and accessories used during the stone production process introduce new product lines that continually increase efficiency and accuracy. The products in the roundup below are just a handful of the many technological advances in this arena that are now available.
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Laser Templator v526 by LPI

Technology Update: Laser Templator v526 by LPI

February 6, 2019
LPI has released Laser Templator v526, the latest version of its custom-designed 2D measuring and templating software program for its hardware counterpart LT-2D3D.
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Fabricating Technology: 2019 Machinery

January 17, 2019
Manufacturers of fabrication machinery continue to research and develop new equipment to satisfy the needs of their customers. Technology continues to become more sophisticated, which leads to innovative stoneworking machinery that results in better efficiency and less labor in the shop. The following are some of the latest fabrication machinery that is available today.
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Stone Fabricator Market Forecast for 2019

The general consensus for a group of fabricators who were recently polled for Stone World’s annual Purchasing Plan Survey is optimistic, with many expecting sales to grow in the coming year
Jennifer Richinelli
Jennifer Richinelli
January 7, 2019
Every January, Stone World reports the statistics found in a purchasing plan survey conducted by the Clear Seas Research Department at BNP Media (Stone World’s parent company), and the results for 2019 are encouraging. The survey polled fabricators from diverse-sized shops based throughout the U.S..
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Tenax Dekton blades

Technology Update: Tenax Dekton blades

December 3, 2018
The latest trend in the market is Dekton and ceramic materials. Tenax Dekton blades are approved by Dekton and specifically designed for Dekton material. They are available in 14 and 16 inches, with a standard 2.3mm core thickness. The feed rate for a straight cut is 16 to 60 inches per minute, depending on the thickness of the material.
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